From Rider to Instructor: Kirk Pelletier’s Journey in Motorcycle Education
From Think Bike- Alberta Motorcycle Safety Society by Liane Langlois / Alberta Motorcycle Safety Society
May 20, 2026 · 31 min · Episode 135
About this episode
Kirk Pelletier shares his journey from rider to motorcycle instructor and discusses the innovative approach of Moto Instincts in motorcycle education.
On this episode, Kirk Pelletier of Moto Instincts joins Liane to talk about the life of an instructor, what it takes and why do it! Kirk also shares his personal journey into motorcycle riding, the process of actually becoming a licensed instructor in Alberta, and the innovative approach of Moto Instincts in motorcycle education. Discover tips for new riders, insights into licensing, and how continuous learning shapes expert riders. Guest: Kirk Pelletier, Senior Instructor, Moto Instincts Website: https://motoinstincts.com/ Email: leeroy@motoinstincts.com AMSS: Liane Langois Website: ab-amss.org Email: info@ab-amss.org Podcast Poducer Bryn Griffiths / Mighty Mouth Communications Website: bryngriffiths.com Email: bryng@bryngriffiths.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Kirk Pelletier and His Journey 04:49 Becoming a Motorcycle Instructor 09:07 The Process of Becoming a Licensed Instructor 14:35 The Importance of Licensed Instruction 20:26 Moto Instincts: A New Era in Motorcycle Training
People in this episode
Host: Liane Langlois
Guest: Kirk Pelletier
Topics covered
- motorcycle education
- instructor journey
- new rider tips
- licensing process
- continuous learning
Keywords
- motorcycle instructor
- Alberta
- Moto Instincts
- rider education
- licensing
- new riders
- continuous learning
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Moto Instincts, Alberta Motorcycle Safety Society, Mighty Mouth Communications
Places: Alberta
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