272 classroom, 928 lab
Program Objective
The objective of MMI’s HonTech & YamaPro® Training program is to prepare students for entry‑level technician positions with the knowledge and skills required to perform maintenance and routine service, diagnose mechanical and electrical systems, and make necessary repairs and replacements. To reinforce students’ preparation for future career success, there also is an emphasis on developing their professionalism skills.
HonTech is where students will receive training that has been endorsed by American Honda endorsed. HonTech is designed to provide the knowledge and hands‑on experience required to become an entry‑level Honda technician. Much of the information presented in the elective comes directly from American Honda training centers. The emphasis of HonTech is on developing entry‑level technicians for Honda motorcycle dealerships.
YamaPro® is where students will receive Yamaha specific training. Students learn to service and repair Yamaha motorcycles, ATVs, personal watercraft, generators, and snowmobiles. The YamaPro® elective is officially endorsed by Yamaha. Students learn to service and repair Yamaha motorcycles, ATVs, side‑by‑sides, personal watercraft, generators, and snowmobiles. Students who pass the Bronze test and graduate from the MMI YamaPro® elective may receive Bronze level field designation after completing 90 days of employment at a Yamaha dealer. Students also have the opportunity to begin work on Silver level classwork while at MMI, provided they have completed their elective labs tasks.
In the Performance and Drivability course students will learn the principles of motorcycle performance, and how to diagnose common performance and drivability issues using a motorcycle/ ATV dynamometer. Training will include the operation of the dynamometer and associated computer software, and the use of exhaust gas analyzer (EGA)equipment. Students will learn effects that compression, cam and ignition timing, and cylinder head flow have on engines, and how to use OEM and aftermarket components to improve an engine’s performance.
The Performance Suspension and Chassis courses teaches students the operation, maintenance, and tuning procedures of front and rear suspension systems, through presentations and hands on learning. Activities include adjusting spring preload, setting suspension sag, how and when to make external damping adjustments and revalving shim style dampers. Presentations and demonstrations will also cover chassis on ATVs or side-by-sides, as well as procedures for maintenance of A-arms, swingarms and independent suspension. Furthermore, students will learn about the design and servicing of ATV and side-by-side steering systems; plus, tie rod replacement, toe in / toe out measurements and adjustments.