I had a great experience.. Charlie and Dave were great. Charlie made dry material funny and got the class engaged with her personality. She was serious when she needed to be because at the end of the day it is serious material and life/death info should not to be taken lightly.. tough love is necessary at times if it translates into lives being saved in the real world. You can definitely feel the passion from Charlie when she talks about motorcycles and when she rides them, her demonstrations looked amazing. Although the class went on longer than expected she put in her time to make sure the material was covered so I thank her for that. She also made an accommodation for me because I had to leave before the class was technically done. Overall I was going to pull out last minute and Im glad I didn't.. I learned what I needed to and am much more confident and comfortable on a motorcycle. Read Less

I signed up for the Beginner's Course. I had zero skill sets for motorcycle riding w/ the expectation that this course would be exactly what I needed as someone starting from the VERY bottom. Charlie & Dave were my instructors. Charlie is a very experienced rider & knowledgeable about riding, mechanical/technical aspects of bikes & safety. You will have every confidence that you're learning from someone who knows what they're doing. Day 1 she convinced me that she had the ability to "teach anyone" on "any bike." I believe that she genuinely invests her time & life into ensuring that people are safe on the road- & for that, we all benefit from her dedication. Don't be late unless you want to be ridiculed in front of everyone like you're in 5th grade homeroom. Charlie speaks in such a hypomanic rate making it hard for us with little fund of motorcycle knowledge to fully absorb & understand what she is saying. Her speech is rapid & abrasive making u scared to interrupt. She encourages everyone to ask questions, but when u actually do, she holds you in contempt for it. She will roll her eyes & say things like "does anyone have any RELEVANT questions?"  Most of the time her responses are snarky, snobby, & cold. She makes examples of people on the range or in the classroom in a hurtful way & is not shy about how she feels about their unintentional errors. She very clearly favors men based on how she interacts with them & expected more from women. She claims to be a Reverend, but kept making derogatory remarks (calling people "snowflakes") while also using a voice/gestures to exemplify what I imagine is her perception of what a "snowflake" is (sensitive, helpless, and/or offended liberals) by flapping her hands around & talking like a valley girl. I felt let down when I realized that the bada** female instructor, reverend, & biker that is going to transform my life really is a highly conservative, snobby, & judgmental person. She made fun of Harley lovers!! (Here is looking at u Santa Clarita Harley!)Full disclosure: I failed. I did drop my bike once & fell over on it. However, these occurred during practice & I was having an issue changing gears. Dave, the owner, kept assuring me "its the bike" bc the gear shift on my bike was bad (it would keep coming loose & I was not always able to shift gears), the throttle on the bike was bad (it was getting stuck in place!) & that I was low on fuel. Therefore, I was under the impression I was doing fine & the bike was the issue until Charlie took it from me & proceeded to demonstrate high level maneuvers in front of the whole class to "prove" to me (& everyone), that the problem was ME. I pulled her to the side & asked to understand what I did wrong & she told me that she discovered the key was in "park" & not "on" but the bike rode anyway which is what caused the bike to buck & topple over. She blamed me for turning it to park but did little to accept that no bike should RUN in park to begin with. The bikes are old, UNSAFE & UNPREDICTABLE. To her credit, that's how life is on the road but bike quality should be considered. I made so many mistakes when only SHE was watching bc of fear induced by her & I was getting praises by Dave. His feedback never mirrored hers & when I explained that she told me "don't listen to what he told u, listen to what I tell you." Ok..Talk about mental whiplash.Having her screaming at you, judging u, & shaming u as u try to learn just adds unnecessary pressure causing avoidable mistakes. 3 people failed in my group, but not the guy who forgot to take his bike off the kickstand during his skills test which should be an automatic fail. I don't think I was evaluated objectively. I feel that I, as a person, was failed. She knew she was going to fail me early & didn't give me the individualized support she gave others.Don't expect to be done on time. Whenever class is over, add 3 hours to that & be sure to hear Charlie repeatedly tell u she doesn't care. So if u have children, are a caretaker, have work, dogs etc- be prepared for none of that to matter. On our 15 min break, I discovered my work mistakenly called me thinking I was on call & I was trying to fix that issue. She literally rode a bike less than 20ft to my car & screamed at me at the top of her lungs (which I could hear above her bike & my closed doors!). She ASSUMES us "snowflakes" are disrespectful but didn't consider the alternative. With my job, someone can die if I am on call. This error needed to be routed to the right person & was more important than missing 2 minutes of her soap box ONCE in 3 days there. Also- as the other reviewer pointed out, I did NOT expect to be a professional & was realistic about how much I could advance in one weekend. We learn differently & when I'm learning to ride safely, I would learn best w/ patience rather than shaming. That doesn't make u delusional. Read Less

Top Gun is a great motorcycle training class. Charlie and Dave are two of the best motorcycle training instructors I have EVER been around. Their knowledge is second to none and i thank you....Class room & Riding sessions were very informative and helped me become better at something I love to do... I was confident BEFORE I even got on the bike and the riding exercises were done with real life sinerios in mind and all I can say is Dave and Charlie thank you for taking the time to teach me how to become a better rider. Now I will ride that rainbow, on my black unicorn, with confidence and respect. The  skills you taught me are invaluable and i really do believe those skills WILL save my life one day. I will definately be seeing you both again with my wife WHEN she takes this class and when I take the next level class...Dave n Charlie THANK YOU for telling it like it is and making me a better rider and making the class fun...See you soon... Read Less

As a new (beginner) rider I Can't thank Charlie enough for giving me added confidence and skill to begin my riding journey. Charlie was fun, funny and overall honest. We should all understand the risk in riding and if you can't handle Charlie "yelling" at you (Honestly how else is she supposed to talk around a bunch of loud motorcycles) then maybe you should rethink riding all together. For an absolute beginner I paid attention and made adjustments when told. If you do just the simple things you should pass. My advice is pay attention, ride safe, don't over think, make the adjustments and don't be afraid to ask questions. Charlie thank you for the funny jokes, the lessons, the attention to detail and the fist bumps when I got it correctly. Also thank you for being tough when you needed to be. I'm sure pavement and asphalt are far more tougher than Charlie can ever be. Just to clarify I don't think she was tough at all but rather passionate and honest. Last piece of advice never show up late!!! Read Less

I took this course dec 2018 at the Shaffer location at first I was hesitant to take this course because of reading mixed reviews but did so anyways and do not regret it. Charlie is an excellent instructor there are many complaints that she goes too fast in the class room she kind of has to its a 3 day crash course with tons to cover. I myself had never mounted a motorcycle/dirt bike anything so I had no knowledge of bikes prior to this course. Charlie does and excellent job of starting from the most common basics of starting the bikes getting use to the feel of using the clutch and putting the bikes in motion till the point that you feel comfortable in moving forward and yes she will push you a little to leave your comfort zone but still being safe and if there's something your not getting or having a hard time understanding she will pull you aside and try to explain it another way till you get it she really is there to help you learn to ride safely and eventually pass the course. This class is must if you are considering riding motorcycles. A week after taking this course I purchased my first Harley and now I can't stay off it. Read Less

one of the best instructors  i have ever met charlie and rick was very helpful all three days of training i can honestly say that i will be a safer driver on the road thanks to Charlie I can't even explain how great of a instructor she is she  taught me new skills and showed me things I was doing wrong. rick is a awesome guy as well very easy to get along with and also very fair guy i will never forget the great people that they are and  the memories thanks i would recommend this class to anyone that can understand basic reading and basic knowledge this class i believe all the bad reviews are sourpusses that didn't pass the class Read Less

Took a course this past weekend in Palmdale and although the weather was far from perfect, Charlie created a safe and fun learning environment for everyone in the course. Brandy with scheduling was super helpful to me as well and my experience with the whole course from first signing up to completing it was fantastic! Read Less

Upon taking this course I was excited. I Was quiet and ready to take constructive criticism. I participated in the classroom with things I was familiar with about the information and lesson plan. I knew a bit about motorcycle when I went in and on the course I knew I did good and I know I only messed up three times on the test, but what do I know. Anyways I did not pass (whatever) I take failure great I will not stop...  I will keep trying. I'm disappointed that everyone did not receive the envelopes with all the perks in it even if you did not pass, why tell everybody. I think everybody pass or not should of gotten an envelope with the perks in it . Why tell everybody very questionable but that's my opinion. I learned that since I did not pass this course,  it cost $75 to just retake the skills test and $220 to do Saturday and Sunday riding practice and skills test. These marketing tactics are ridiculously on point. Okay charge but at these prices that is just ridiculous. I did not like the yelling and frustration and threats of dismissal continuation throughout the entire weekend. In all Charlie was a great instructor and I learned a lot in the classroom definitely. My riding skills improved on course time. Grading is harsh, for first time learners, we are not after three days a professional. We are still parking lot learners. But do what you want, once you pass. I wonder if the information on the site is accurate on the passing rate! I was on time everyday. I did my best everyday. Because of time change and safety reasons I should of not had to repay for just the riding time and skills test. Have not went back to retake the course here. I have 60 days to decide or I'll just have to pay full price again or attend somewhere else. Read Less

Just took this class and I was a little skeptical of how much I would really learn. I'm glad I took this class and the instructors were extremely informative and helpful.  If you have never been on a motorcycle this is a good class if you have been on a motorcycle it helps get you out of bad habits. The instructors Ray and Charli were extremely helpful and really learned a lot from them. The only downfall is trying to squeeze all this info in a short amount of time. I give the class a two thumbs up. Read Less

I took this class with Charli. Don't waste your time. She is rude and screams at people. One girl dropped her bike and Charlie gave her a second chance during riding test and then passed her. She goes over instructions incredibly fast without demonstrations and yells at people if they miss something during her rant. She reads as fast as the legal statements are read at the end of commercials and she is very proud of it how fast she can read! She was yelling at me for going slow. When I went faster she was yelling I was going too fast and to go slower! Just take another class even if this one is close by and convenient. Very confusing!! I came to this class to learn beginner basic motorcycle stuff, and her reading fast as possible is not a great way to teach a class that was meant for people to learn - not be impressed with her fast reading abilities. The bikes are all old and messed up and mine had a terrible neutral gear and it was configured for somebody with big feet. Apparently my feet were too small for this bike and it was very hard to shift gears. Not only that but you learn on bikes way bigger than beginner's! Learning how to use the clutch for the first time on a 1000cc sports bike is super dangerous! Especially when they just learned how to ride a motorcycle in a class, 15 minutes earlier!If you own a motorcycle before you take the class DON'T TELL THE INSTRUCTORS. They will purposefully cause you to fail and grade you harder than the other students who, as they said in class "Earned their license the right way." I could go on for days about how much of a dangerous joke this class is, but the cream de la creme is how constant and cryptic the instructor is about telling the entire class about her personal life. She feels to tell you personal aspects that only close friends should know and how it somehow relates to the course. I learned so much more about this woman than about motorcycling that the course should have been named differently. Read Less

I REALLY REALLY wanted to love this class BUT the instructors were terrible. The instructors were rude, biased and arrogant. DO NOT TAKE THIS COURSE IF YOU ARE A BEGINNER, this is not for you. My boyfriend took this course five years ago and loved it, this is the way he got his motorcycle license. He recommended that I try it out as well. I paid almost $300 as I under the impression this was a beginner friendly course, oh boy was I wrong. Upon arriving to the ride on section Charlie was bad talking about a girl who dropped the bike prior to our class. She slammed the gate behind her and told her to leave. When it was our turn they gave us bikes. Yes, they teach motorcycle control switches but after that they expect you to know how to ride. So if you haven't rode a bike prior to this I wouldn't recommend taking this course. I gave my best but it wasn't enough for the instructors. They caught on that I had never rode a bike before and they would roll their eyes and be very discouraging. Upon signing up for this class I believed the instructors would encourage you and try to teach you but this wasn't the case. They thought that by demoing it we would demonstrate it perfectly. Once or twice Charlie and the other a instructor (a male who has hearing problem) picked on me. For example, there was an exercise where we had to be on second feet and Charlie called me of the roundabout and told me "what the hell was I doing. You're supposed to be on second gear" when I was on second gear and did I get an apology, nope. The next day on Sunday when I had to go back I felt uneasy and didn't want to be there anymore as the instructors made it hard to learn. I ended up getting ask to leave an hour before we were going to get tested. No explanation, I tried asking Charlie and she said it was because I was scared and no I wasn't scared if not I wouldn't signed up for the course. TERRIBLE. I wouldn't recommend this course with these instructors.! Read Less

I can't even explain how great Charlie and Dave were, they were patient with everyone's learning abilities and taught the class with excellent instructions. They taught me new skills and showed me things I was doing wrong, Charlie and Dave have made me a better and safer ride I will definitely recommend them. Read Less

I took the introductory class this past weekend and had a fantastic time.  Charlie is a great teacher and has good sense of humor about the whole thing.  I would highly recommend this class to anyone who wants to learn how to ride in a safe and fun environment. Read Less

Just completed the Shafter course and I highly recommend it. I am 100% true newbie with this school being my first time on a bike. With the instructors direction I went from being wobbly and unsure to confident and controlled. I took the class originally just because I needed the cert for my license but I was humbled by the huge amount of good information and guidance I got from the school. This program will keep you alive when you ride on the street. I will absolutely be going for the intermediate and advance schools as I advance my riding. This is a fantastic program. Read Less

Ok, If you are lucky enough to get Charlie as your instructor, you will be in good hands. I feel if you ride a motorcycle, you NEED to take this class. I don't care if you have been riding for years, or brand new. The class was very informative and fun. Not everyone passed. You need to demonstrate a basic skill set and understand that riding a motorcycle is dangerous, and not for everyone. Class was fun, the range was also great. We had three riders that have never been on a motorcycle. All did very well. Read Less

Just took the course this past weekend and as a somewhat experienced rider  I can say even I benefited from the course Charlie is an awesome instructor with a good technique that actually makes sense and actually helps break bad habits this isn't a certificate mill you actually have to prove you can ride safely I would highly recommend this course to anyone wanting to get into riding a motorcycle or anyone wanting to learn a bit more then just getting point a to point bel or even as a refresher course Read Less

Just took this course and completed it. Totally recommend for all levels of riders. The instructor Charlie is awesome very detailed , very knowledgeable , great instructor. Go in with an open mind it's totally worth it Read Less

After eight years of deliberations, over-thinking and lack of conviction, it took me less than five minutes to actually register for the beginner's course after a conversation with a dear friend about riding. I couldn't have made a better decision. A little about me - I have never rode a motorcycle. I am 26. Have had a considerable amount of fear about riding. That's all. Enough about me. Disclaimer - Do not go into this course with the assumption that "hey, I paid so I will pass and therefore skip the DMV motorcycle license exam". My aim was to simply learn how to ride in a safe, controlled environment by a qualified individual. I got exactly that. The instructor, Charlie the chic, does a magnificent job with this program. This class and her attitude has the perfect mix of strictness, staying on the course material, humor and efficiency. She runs the class in a way that you stay focused on learning, willingly, without ever feeling intimidated or bored. I come from a background of a lot of fear when it comes to motorcycle riding but as the class advanced, there was reduction in fear and being replaced with comfort and confidence. This is how this class is designed. Very systematic. Class room time is managed efficiently. And the time on the course, which is majority, is linear in progression and the increasing difficulty/challenges are perfectly balanced with efficient instructions as well as very good feedback by the instructor, to improve your technique. I absolutely recommend this class to everyone who wants to indulge themselves in the world of riding. It's an addiction, even when I could go no more that 20 MPH. Hahaha Read Less

As of today I have finished day 2 of the class. It's has been such a great experience for me. I have very little motorcycle experience before entering this class and it has done nothing but good things for me. The instructors for my class are Ray and Charlie. Ray is somewhat dry, not too bad, and Charlie is super energetic and very goofy. Both of them have their own teaching styles and a lot of experience that helps me understand everything. They don't cancel due to weather which is a plus because my first day riding I learned to ride in the rain which I have always been told is dangerous and not to do it. FYI it's really not. This has been an awesome experience with awesome instructors. Great job! Read Less

If you ever plan on riding a motorcycle ever I would highly suggest these classes. The instructors are great, entertaining, and informative. They give both book and street knowledge and test you on both. As an added bonus if you take this class and pass you only have to take the written test at the DMV. If you or a loved one ever dreams of riding a motorcycle for rider, passenger and the safety of all road goers take the class or suggest it to someone else it the best and safest to help one prepare to ride on the road on a motorcycle. Read Less

Took the beginner class last weekend and it was an outstanding experience!The instructors ( Rick and Jose) were excellent and the training was superb! One week after the course and had to put my training to use... twice this morning I had trucks towing toy haulers pull out directly in front of me while going highway speeds!!!! Great training that you WILL use! Saved me from wrecking my brand new motorcycle today! I highly recommend this course for anyone/ any age! They take you from not knowing anything about motorcycling to riding within a few short hours. Hell it's so well taught my wife is already enrolled for January! Read Less

Great experience!! The instructors were very helpful and patient. This is a great program for beginning riders and experienced riders. I have been dirt riding for 5 years and enjoyed this class and the instructors were great at varying instruction based on your experience and skill level. This class definitely made me a better and safer motorcycle rider. This class also took the stress and pressure out of taking the DMV behind the wheel test. Overall it was great experience that was also fun and low anxiety. I highly recommend this class to all riders who want to get their license or just to become a better, safer, and more involved control rider. Read Less

The coaching material and practice sessions are good to pass through the DMV written test and on road riding. This video has all the questions and follow next video too, guarantee to get 80% of these questions.youtube.com/watch?v=39Qv… Read Less

It's very easy to complain and leave a negative or nasty comment when things don't go your way.  I feel it's just as important to take the time to write and comment when something is done right.  When I say done right, I mean from top to bottom the Top Gun Motorcycle Training Course is done absolutely right.I was a everyday regular rider in my teens and early 20's.  Marriage and kids quickly changed my priority and focus, and riding took a back seat.  Fast forward almost 30 years later, and the itch to get back into riding was back.I did my homework and found Top Gun Motorcycle Training.  It was the best decision ever!  I attended the training October 27-29 of 2017.  From the very first classroom session, our instructor Charlie ( a wonderful female instructor) made us all feel very comfortable.  She made what could have been a boring information lecture very fun and entertaining.  Her personality is awesome and makes you want to pay attention.  She was direct when required without being negative.  She has a passion for teaching that is incredible.  What's impressive about Charlie is her depth of knowledge and experience.  This combination made her very credible.  The most impressive aspect of Charlie, is that she had no assistance from other instructors.  She was able to deliver tons of information without the benefit of support staff.We had a mix of riding experience in the class, with the majority having never been on a bike.  Charlie asked that they trust her, and she would have them riding at the end of day two.When we transitioned from the classroom to the riding course, Charlie again demonstrated how great of a instructor she is by taking the classroom information and putting it beautifully into skills demonstrations.  Her instructions and praise kept everyone motivated.  The beginner riders were quickly getting the hang of the controls and riding with confidence.Everything is put together to help you as a rider succeed.  If you listen and trust the instruction, you can successfully complete the course.  It's a lot of information to take in during the three days, but if you keep an open mind and trust the instruction you come out a much better and smarter rider.I highly recommend Top Gun Motorcycle Training if you're looking to get experience and pass your motorcycle license exam.  If you're fortunate to receive Charlie as a trainer, you'll receive the finest training around! Read Less

I graduated from riding on the back of a motorcycle to driving one!Never touched the controls of a bike, just had some basic knowledge with your usual unmotorized/pedal bikes. I learned quickly thanks to amazing instructors (Thanks Charlie and Rick), and believe me when I say I didn't think it was going to be possible for me.The instruction is straight forward, the teachers make it fun, and it's a decent sized class. The instructors really make sure to break it down for you. If you have a good attitude and listen to everything they have to say, you'll learn quickly and effectively. I went from not being able to walk the bike 10 feet to passing the license exam in a single weekend. If you aren't coachable, a poor listener, or unable have a good attitude, don't do it. By the way, in response past reviews, MOTORCYCLES ARE FOR WOMEN TOO. Read Less

I went into this program with no riding experience and came out ready to jump on a bike. Charlie and Rick really helped me improve over the two riding sessions and they were eager to give effective coaching. They take out the anxiety of being a new rider and have you doing exercises instinctively in the end. Each rider was able to get the same amount of attention which showed me that they cater to all skill levels and learning curves. Great course, I definitely recommend taking it with Charlie and/or Rick since they make it a very social and relaxed environment. Read Less

I just completed my training course on the 08/25/17 weekend. I had Charlie & Ted to lead the class. I've never ridden a motorcycle in my life but it's been on my bucket list forever. They are both the best very patient & knowledgeable.They know how to coach you along and they'll let you know when you are messing up so listen to them. They encourage you and are very approachable make sure to ask question otherwise it wouldn't sink in. I am so glad I took this class and also got to meet a bunch of good people.Thank you Charlie & Ted you both are amazing!!Joaquin- Read Less

I took this course out at COC in Santa Clarita with Charlie in the class and Dave on the course with her. I had an awesome experience! I went into it scared, nervous and excited. I've never rode a bike but this course taught me bike riding basics, bike laws and I feel confident to ride on my own. Charlie is an excellent teacher. She's patient, extremely knowledgeable and passionate about bikes and teaching! She took her time with each of us in the class and on the course. Dave was great too. I would definitely recommend this course! Worth every penny!! Read Less

Just completed my three day CMSP course along with my aunt who is 60+ years old. I had NEVER touched a motorcycle prior and my aunt had a little experience 20+ years ago, but on a trike. We both had an awesome experience with Charlie (gal) and Dave. We spent our in classroom time with Charlie as the lecturer/instructor. She is awesome in the classroom and on the range (outdoor course). She is EXTREMELY passionate about her job, knowledgable, experienced, and entertaining which made the several hours in class pass by very quickly. She has many years of riding under her belt and was able to share tons of first hand experiences with the class.I'm not sure what the other reviewer meant by not for beginners??? As I mentioned, I "was" ABSOLUTELY BRAND SPANKIN NEW to riding motorcycles and after the first couple exercises on the range I was riding and feeling very confident on the bike.Needless to say, my aunt and I both passed and would HIGHLY recommend Top Gun Motorcycle Training to beginners and experienced (several students had been riding for MANY years) riders alike. Thank you again Charlie and Dave!!!!- Mike and Kazumi Read Less

I dreaded having to do this 3 day class for years!!! But I couldn't do the stupid lollipop test at DMV. The funny thing is, thanks to Charlie, I learned a lot and I've been riding for along time. The beginners that failed just weren't ready for the real world yet and it's better to fail at this class then crashing in town. Great class. Read Less

I'll keep it simple. I took this class in Santa Clarita. This school is not for beginners. By beginner I mean person who never rode the bike, dirt bike, any type of bike. First of all, no one is doing evaluation of your skills in the first day, but they'll at your last day. They assume that you somehow figure it out. It's very frustrating. All my questions were answered by YouTube videos between 2nd and 3rd day. This course is mix of different levels. DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY if you're a beginner. Go to another class or lower your expectations. Half of the group didn't pass the test. And believe me everyone was doing a great job riding in 100F heat 2 days in a raw. It's a lot of miscommunication in this company. Class is confusing not only for me, foreigner, but for native speakers too. Group consists of 12 people, so there is no time for you. Summary: Do not come if it's your first time riding a bike, you will be very discouraged and frustrated by this course. You'll take with you set of bad muscle memory habits, not the good ones, that they all talking about. No one is going to teach you anything here, they're there not for you.But it's good for DUIs, insurance purposes, if you have a bike, etc. but be ready for hot temperatures, and bring gallons of water.I won't recommend this for women either. Just stay safe on the road in your car. P.S. It's not just emotions, I wanted to give up after the first day, but Youtube and Charlie's positive attitude helped, and I kept rolling. It means there is a nice welcoming community out there, but not in this school. Read Less

A very bad experience the two instructors with Steve and Charlie.Steve is an extremely disgusting man with a piss poor attitude towards cheating. This guy should not be coaching people on how to ride a motorcycle. They put us through 100 degree weather and dehydration all the while teaching that one shouldn't drive impaired. This is not a class for beginners. DON'T BELIEVE WHEN THEY SAY A VAST MAJORITY OF PEOPLE PASS BECAUSE THAT ISNT TRUE. MORE THAN HALF THE CLASS FAILEDTHEY WANT TO FAIL YOU SO THAT YOU PAY MORE FOR ANOTHER TEST($75 to retest) THIS PLACE IS A RIPOFF. Read Less

Had to use wife's Google to say Charlie and Ted were the best! Very professional, very informative! Regardless of the heat they maintained to show how truly seriously they take this. I really was educated. Thanks guys. Mike L Read Less

I wish I could give negative stars. I will NEVER go to this place to get my license. Called and spoke with some airhead about the class hours so I could reference it against my work schedule. After getting the hours and looking at my schedule, I called back and was about to give my credit card number when I asked about the hours once more to be sure (THANK GOD!) the (Same) lady then began to tell me "well on Saturday, you actually have to come back again later that day for a second part of the class". Are you freaking kidding me?  1. You never said anything about that when I asked. 2. That's completely stupid. If you are going to give me the option to come at 6:30am on Saturday for the first class, why the hell would I come back again that evening for another class ?  She then explained it had to do with splitting up the classes into 24 people.  So it's ok to screw a paying customer out of their entire schedule, as long as you're screwing everyone else too. Why wouldn't you just do a complete class per day? That's completely RUDE, and INCONSIDERATE of people's time and money! I won't go here and I won't recommend anyone else to either. Five thumbs DOWN! I'll just go to Harley Davidson they do the same thing, same price, without all the inconsideration.  (And no I'm not a troll for Harley. I just found out they had a class when researching more schools after talking to the complete IDIOT Top Gun had on their phone) Read Less

Took the class last weekend with Charlie and Ted.   First come prepared.  This is three days, really three days.  Instructors:  Charlie and Ted were the best I could ask for.  Both brought something different to the course that was beneficial.  Class:  Really good.  I have been riding dirt since I was 10 year old.  Thought I knew everything.  I was wrong.  Prepare to be wrong in a good way.  Equipment.  Could be better.  The bikes were ok. Before you come, make sure you have leather gloves and boots that cover your ankles.  And If you can bring a DOT certified helmet, bring it. Overall worth the money and not just to skip the DMV test.  I learned a great deal and I feel safer on the road.Thanks Charlie and Ted...Mark Read Less

So far they get one star, scheduled for class this weekend and now I am laying in a hospital bed and possibly surgery and they are gonna charge me $50 to reschedule....Let's make money on someone else's misery Read Less

I've been riding dirt for 25 years. Wanted to get my license and avoid the DMV ride test. This company is great. They have a passion for safe riding and teaching. Go in with an open mind and learn. Whether your brand new or a veteran rider, you'll benefit from this class. Read Less

Hey I took this class. In shafter California, I've been riding a couple years street. And was amazed at the things i learned. Instructors are top notch, professional and easy going. Much more confidence in my skills. Hats off to top gun. You rock Read Less

I've been riding dirt for 25 years. Wanted to get my license and avoid the DMV ride test. This company is great. They have a passion for safe riding and teaching. Go in with an open mind and learn. Whether your brand new or a veteran rider, you'll benefit from this class. Read Less

I have been riding for a long time, not my first rodeo, you will learn something new every time you go. The instructors were informative and pretty dang fun, for the most part, they really knew how to keep the class awake. Ted your cool man!! Read Less

Just finished the beginners course in shafter. Great staff great course. Very supportive for beginners and those with experience. I have been riding for about a year and I learned a lot. Recommend to all that want to learn to ride or want to increase their skill. Ray and Ted were great instructors, Rick was an amazing source of information. Read Less

I have always been afraid of motorcycles, a friend of mine suggested to get over my fear I should attempt to learn more about them. Top gun helped me change all my fears for motorcycles into respect for the hobby/sport. I took the 2 day class schedule and although it's a little long I can guarantee by the end of it all you will know if you are ready to start driving on the road and/or if you like motorcycles enough to start making your investment. My instructors were attentive and full of energy, always had ways for me to improve and made the class really enjoyable. Even if you are an experienced rider I suggest you come and check it out, some of my classmates were really experienced and even they got some good advice and form out of the classes. The class is split up into a classroom section and a riding section, you will ride for about 8 hours or so by the end of boath class sessions, you will go through drills emphasizing on proper form and safety. To pass the class you must pass a written test and a driving test, the driving test is redoing some of the drills you already practiced. I really liked the setup of the class, I had a blast, if you have ever been thinking about starting the hobby, getting better safety technique or getting over a fear I cannot recommend this class enough, by the end you will know how you feel about motorcycles Read Less