A 20 year rider I stopped then got another bike 10 years later. This course is a way basic course(needs to be), yes the the bikes may be beat up but a lot of people on riders had them first. They are all safe rides. The instructors are there for you to learn, they cover the material very well and will one on one if you have a minor issue. I highly recommend this course or a bonding course. I was amazed of what I forgot or had developed a bad habit for.