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Where are you located?

Our home base is in Clinton Township, Michigan

How much does your class cost?

$150.00 USD – non-refundable once registered

Do you offer any discounts?

Yes, we offer a one-time $25.00 discount to all returning riders, active and retired Military, LE & first responders.

We also offer “group” rates and that cost is determined by discussions with RLAP-GL

How long is the class?

Normally 4 hours

What do you do if it rains?

We do not cancel class – it goes on “rain or shine.”

Do you rent motorcycles?

Does taking your class allow you to get a motorcycle endorsement on your license?

No – this is an advanced skills training class for licensed, endorsed riders using their own street legal, licensed, and insured motorcycle.

Do you do classes at any other locations?

Yes, we are set up to travel to YOUR location, and the details can be discussed with RLAP should you like to consider this option.

Do you teach 3-wheel (trikes)?

No, the course is designed for 2-wheel motorcycles only

Do you allow scooters or motorcycles with automatic transmissions?

Yes, we have had them in our classes, but our techniques teach proper friction zone control

Gary Lewandowski

Hi, my name is Gary Lewandowski, and I share a very similar story with Jerry Palladino, the founder of “Ride Like A Pro”. For many years I considered myself a fairly decent rider until I took police motor officer training and was taught exactly what a top professional rider and the machine was really capable of doing. I was indeed changed and I have never looked at motorcycle riding the same since that day. On a very dark day back in 2000, I witnessed a very close friend die in a motorcycle crash, and that memory still haunts me to this day. It was soon after the shock wore off that I made my mind up to become a Motorcycle Safety Instructor so that I could help people interested in riding to learn correctly, and further, to help those who have experience become even better.

I became a certified MSF Instructor as well as an Instructor with Harley Davidson’s Rider’s Edge program. I also serve as the Motorcycle Safety / Training Officer for the Macomb County Sheriff’s Motor Division and am part of the City of Hazel Park Michigan’s Police Auxiliary Motor Units training officer. I recall back in 2003, how I came across Jerry “Motorman” Palladino’s “Ride Like A Pro” web site. I was impressed so contacted Jerry to discuss his program.

That same year at Bike Week in Daytona I had the opportunity to finally meet Jerry and Donna. I told Jerry that I had come 1,250 miles to shake his hand, and we shared a good laugh over that one, but more importantly a friendship was born.

In May of 2008, I was invited to work with Jerry & Donna on an actual “Ride Like A Pro” class. I found they are genuine, honest people who are totally dedicated to everyone who has ever swung a leg over a motorcycle. We share that same philosophy and the desire to bring a higher level of riding skills to all motorcycle riders, and with that, Ride Like A Pro – Great Lakes was born.

Today, it is my honor and privilege to be part of Jerry Palladino’s Ride Like A Pro Team, and to be able to bring the “Ride Like A Pro” classes to Michigan and the Great Lakes area. The classes are challenging as well as fun and relaxed…and most importantly, you have my personal promise that you will come away a better, more informed and confident rider.

There is no graduation from the college of motorcycle riding!. Always strive to improve yourself, and never, ever compromise your safety or the safety of others for the sake of image.

Looking forward to seeing you in the classes and out on the roads!

Contact me at: gary@ridelikeapro-gl.com

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