April 28-29, 2025
ChampGrad Garysburg, NC
What’s Happening?
The North Carolina Center
for Automotive Research
also known as NCBike was built as a stimulus project for Eastern North Carolina and has turned into a motorcyclist paradise and our East Coast base of operations. Located just a few hundred yards off I-95 near the NC/VA boarder, the track is easy to get to from all over the Mid-Atlantic seaboard.
Monday April 28th and Tuesday April 29th will feature our highly personalized ChampGrad program.
Available only for ChampSchool graduates looking to take their riding to the next level with an intense, immersive personalized coaching experience.
The ChampGrad program is the “get what you need” program. Taught at 2:1 student to instructor ratio for the maximum amount of personalized coaching, ChampGrad is all about you. We film and review nearly every session and use our TT-R125 mini’s and R1/R6 data bikes to work on your specific riding challenges.
You are more than welcome to bring your bike. Any brand or type of bike is welcome.
If you are flying in or simply want to ride something different, we will have a complete selection of Yamaha MT-07’s, MT-03’s, MT-09’s, YZF-R6’s, YZF-R3’s YZF-R7’s, and YZF-R1’s available for a true “arrive and ride” experience for our ChampGrad program.
Don’t have leathers? Traveling light? We have the world’s best safety gear from Dainese and Arai. Make sure you sign up early with your sizing.
Email info@champschool.com with any questions.
ChampGrad 2-Day
ChampGrad is designed for students who have been through our 2-Day ChampSchool program and are ready for more specific coaching. The ChampGrad program is a semi-private format with personalized instruction at a 2:1 student-to-instructor ratio. There is no classroom time but a ton of riding. We interview each student to determine needs and prioritize solutions. We then use all the tools available including filming, data acquisition, two-up rides, and specific training drills to address each challenge with laser focus.
1 ‣ Pick a Program
We are only offering our 2-Day ChampSchool Program. If interested in our 1-Day ChampStreet, check out our Schedule page for the next available date.
2 ‣ Check out Rentals
This is where you can see how much rental bikes and gear* are for both days at the 2- Day ChampSchool. Simply Continue Scrolling down or hit Learn More.
*Not available for 1-Day Program
3 ‣ Register
Once your ready to sign up simply click register and you will be directed to our Active registration platform. There you will be able to book your school, rentals, and any other accomidations you may need.
Which program is right for you?
Motorcycle and Gear Rentals
YZF-R3
Unlock the thrill of speed on the R3, a perfect choice for beginners and those who want to fine-tune their skills. With a friendly engine and comfortable ergonomics, it's ideal for very new and short riders, as well as those who appreciate smaller displacement bikes.
YZF-R7
Meet the YZF-R7, the sporty younger sibling of the R6. It's just as content cruising as it is pushing boundaries. Enjoy a comfortable seating position, ample torque, and a user-friendly powerband for fun, whether you're an experienced rider or new to the track's thrill.
YZF-R6
Introducing the R6 – the choice of experienced riders and track enthusiasts. It's the razor-sharp track weapon you crave, but it demands a skilled hand to harness its top-end power. With an aggressive stance and responsive suspension, it means business and only one thing: speed.
MT-03
For newer riders or those who want a different approach, the MT03 is probably the friendliest bike we’ve ever ridden. Plush and forgiving suspension, just enough torque to chuckle at, and a comfortable seating position means all-day fun on a single tank of gas.
MT-07
Meet the MT-07 – perfect for those who crave fun without the sportbike posture. If you're new to riding or new to the track, and prefer an upright seating position, this bike offers friendly ergonomics, a spirited yet manageable engine, and a guaranteed good time.
MT-09
Introducing the MT-09, a true hooligan's delight. With an abundance of torque, this lightweight, agile, and wheelie-friendly bike is built for riders who seek power and can handle their own maniacal giggle reactions. It's a perfect match for experienced riders who appreciate both power and the comfortable upright seating position offered by the MT lineup.
Tracer GT
Where the MT09 is a hooligan, the Tracer GT is it's adventurous brother. Boasting the same spunky engine, the Tracer GT puts the power to use in a different way: supremely comfortable but sporty touring. Perfect for taller riders or those who prefer ADV bikes, this is at home on both long stretches of highway and deep in the canyons of your favorite ride.
2-Day ChampSchool Rentals
Ready to roll? Just show up and ride! You can bring your gear or rent ours. We’ve got a fantastic selection of top-grade bikes and gear. Rentals are available for two-day students. Prices below are for two days.
WHICH BIKE SHOULD I RENT?
- R3 – Very new rider. Very short rider (lowest seat height). A rider who rides a 300/400 at home and likes the smaller displacement bikes.
- R7 – Rider who is used to or wants the sportbike body position but does not have much or any experience on the track. You still get the sportbike feel which works well on the track but the power, although less overall, is much more usable and easier for those who have never been on the track.
- R6 – Best for experienced riders and riders with track experience. Best for those who want a razor-sharp weapon and can get the power out of the R6 because it is all up on top of the rev range.
- R9 – The newest R-Series motorcycle using the incredible CP3 triple in a purpose-built supersport chassis and world-class electronics. Less razor-sharp focused than the R6, but much more capable than the R7.
R1 – The flag ship of the Yamaha R-Series. The R1 is a rocket ship and only available for Grads. - MT-07 – Newer riders or new to the track and prefer the upright seating position
- MT-09 – More experienced riders who are used to more power and like the upright position of the MT lineup
- TracerGT – Best for really tall riders or riders who typically ride ADV bikes
Race Track and Location Detials
About the Track
Designed to exacting standards, the North Carolina Center for Automotive Research (NCCAR) is an independent, non-profit center devised to meet the ever-evolving product research, testing, and development demands of the automotive industry. State sponsorship and affiliation with North Carolina’s university and community college system offers exceptional opportunities for matching the innovative talents of the world’s automotive industry with the research capacity and business development resources of the State of North Carolina. On the 620-acre site, NCCAR is home to a two-mile bi-directional road course, a two-acre vehicle dynamics area, a seven-acre dirt facility, and 3-mile dirt trails for trucks or side by sides.
Travel
- Nearest Airport: Religh and Richmond Airports
- Preferred Hotel: Hilton Garden Inn Roanoka Rapids
- ^^^Link to hotel includes discounted rate for ChampSchool students
CHAMPGRAD TWO-DAY
$2,995
$2,695 WITH EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT CODE:
EBNCBGRADSPR25 – Valid until 2/24/2025
What Can I Do to Get Ready for School?
This is a common question and you might be asking it yourself. Our answer is: stretch, get hydrated, well rested, and study Champ U: The Core Curriculum – the online course we send to every student enrolled in our in-person programs. The in-person programs put a great deal of information in front of the students, and Champ U introduces the vocabulary and concepts in a way that makes the in-person school less initially overwhelming for students.