Motorcycle Classes Near Lakeland, FLMSF Basic Rider Course
Tampa Motorcycle Training is located at 35500 CR 54, Zephyrhills — 50–60 minutes from Lakeland (zip codes 33801, 33803, 33805, 33809, 33810, 33811, 33812, 33813). Max 8 students per class. Motorcycles and helmets provided.
Motorcycle Endorsement Classes for Lakeland Riders
Compare weekday and weekend MSF course options for Lakeland riders. Complete the online eCourse at home, then attend both riding days at our Zephyrhills range.
Weekday: Mon–Tue or Thu–Fri
$189 per person
Weekend: Saturday–Sunday
$198 per person
Tuition includes the training motorcycle and online MSF eCourse. Loaner helmets and gloves are available. Maximum 8 students per class.
Complete the online eCourse before attending both riding days. No prior motorcycle experience is required; you should be comfortable and steady on a bicycle.
All riding sessions are at 35500 CR 54, Zephyrhills, FL 33541. Check the live calendar for available dates.
View Dates & RegisterReview gear and registration requirementsDriving Directions from Lakeland
Destination: 35500 CR 54, Zephyrhills, FL 33541
- 1From Lakeland, take I-4 West toward Tampa.
- 2Take Exit 10 for US-301 North toward Zephyrhills.
- 3Head north on US-301 through Dover and into Zephyrhills.
- 4In Zephyrhills, turn left (west) onto SR-54 / CR-54.
- 5The training facility is at 35500 CR 54 on the south side of the road.
- 6Alternatively, take US-92 West from Lakeland to Plant City, then US-301 North to Zephyrhills.
- 7Total drive: approximately 50–60 minutes.
Approximate drive time from Lakeland: 50–60 minutes. Always verify with GPS before traveling.
Course Overview
The MSF Basic Rider Course is a two-day program required by Florida law before you can add a motorcycle endorsement to your license. Tampa Motorcycle Training runs the FRTP-authorized curriculum in a low-pressure, small-class environment — max 8 students per session.
Weekday sessions
$189 per person
Weekend sessions
$198 per person
Class size
Max 8 students
Format
Online eCourse + 2 range days
What's provided
Training motorcycle, loaner helmet & gloves (or bring your own DOT helmet)
What to bring
Long pants, long sleeves, over-ankle shoes or boots, eye protection, your valid driver's license or permit
After You Pass — Getting Your Polk County Endorsement
When you pass the MSF BRC at Tampa Motorcycle Training, you receive a BRC Completion Card on your final day. Take that card to your nearest county tax collector's office to add the motorcycle endorsement ("Motorcycle Also") to your Florida license. No separate DMV riding test required.
What to bring: Your BRC Completion Card, your full Florida Class E driver's license, a valid photo ID, and the endorsement fee (approximately $10–15, verify current amount before visiting).
Nearest Tax Collector Office for Lakeland Residents
Polk County Tax Collector – Lakeland Service Center
916 N Massachusetts Avenue, Lakeland, FL 33801
Phone: (863) 534-4700
Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
Appointments required for driver license issuance and renewal. Book at polktaxes.com before visiting.
Common Questions from Lakeland Riders
How far is the drive from Lakeland to the Zephyrhills motorcycle training site?
From central Lakeland (33801–33813), the drive to Tampa Motorcycle Training at 35500 CR 54 is approximately 40–50 miles — about 50–60 minutes via I-4 West to US-301 North or US-92 West to US-301 North.
Where do Lakeland residents add the motorcycle endorsement after passing?
Lakeland is in Polk County. Add the endorsement at the Polk County Tax Collector's Lakeland Service Center, 916 N Massachusetts Ave. Note that appointments are required for driver license services — book online at polktaxes.com. Bring your BRC Completion Card, full Florida Class E license, and endorsement fee.
How long is the MSF Basic Rider Course?
The BRC is 15 hours total: an online eCourse (approximately 5 hours, completed at home before Day 1) plus two days of range instruction totaling about 10 hours on the bike (~5 hours each day). You'll practice each skill progressively before your final evaluation on Day 2.
Ready to Ride?
Tampa Motorcycle Training — 35500 CR 54, Zephyrhills, FL 33541 — 50–60 minutes from Lakeland. Max 8 students per class.