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New bike … now what?
May 21, 2024 — Are you a seasoned rider with a new motorcycle? The Air Force Safety Center shares a few shared tips and tricks to remember as you put miles on your new ride... MORE

Do you have a new motorcycle? With new technology, varying controls and techniques, it is necessary to assess risk. Check your safety! (U.S. Air Force graphic by Staff Sgt. Lauren Douglas)

Motorcycle deaths are on the rise, but why?
October 18, 2023 — Calling all Airmen, Guardians, supervisors, and family members to call a “knock it off” for motorcycle riders. This is not to keep them from riding, but to urge them to wear their riding gear every time they ride, keep to the speed limit, and avoid drinking and riding... MORE

A participant in the Military Track Day rides his motorcycle July 26, 2016, at Snetterton Circuit in Norwich, England. The closed circuit enabled riders to safely navigate the track without the risk of hitting vehicles pulling out, animals running in the road or pot holes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Micaiah Anthony)

JBSA hosts Motorcycle Safety Fair at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston
March 31, 2023 — Motorcycle riders heard from a variety of agencies emphasizing the importance of safety at the Joint Base San Antonio Motorcycle Safety Fair held at the JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Exchange parking lot from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. March 31... MORE

502d Air Base Wing Safety Office hosts motorcycle safety fair March 31
March 21, 2023 — A motorcycle safety fair is being held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 31 in the parking lot area between the JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Exchange and the Class VI Store at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston... MORE

Own a motorcycle? Got training? Ensure you’re ready for spring with motorcycle safety
March 9, 2023 — The sun is finally out again, barbecue season has arrived, and baseball is right around the corner. Spring is always great, especially for the motorcycle riders out there... MORE

The never-ending quest for motorcycle safety
January 19, 2023 — Motorcycle mishaps are a big safety concern for the Department of the Air Force, with the service averaging nearly 12 incidents per year over the past 10 years. Most motorcycle mishaps are preventable, and individuals can take steps to minimize the potential for injury and possibly even death while on the road... MORE

Rising motorcycle mishap deaths among Airmen during fall/winter months alarm Air Force leadership
January 12, 2023 — Seven Airmen have lost their lives to motorcycle mishaps this fiscal year, including four in the past three weeks, according to the Air Force Safety Center. Two of those deaths occurred in Air Education and Training Command. According to the National Safety Council, colder weather during the fall/winter months typically results in fewer motorcyclists on the road and a corresponding drop in motorcycle mishaps and fatalities, making this negative trend all the more alarming... MORE

Don't let summer bring out risky behavior
May 26, 2022 — Summer starts soon, bringing warmer weather and longer days. Many families are beginning to plan outdoor activities like swimming, boating, camping and road trips. Remember to use sound risk management in all summer activities to help mitigate mishaps... MORE

Tropical beach sea ocean with sunset or sunrise for summer travel vacation. Silhouette of surfer people carrying their surfboard on sunset beach. Ocean seascape.

Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month - My Little GSXR
May 6, 2020 — I had just gotten off work and my buddy and I were leaving post. There was just a little more than 1,000 miles on my new bike, a Suzuki GSXR, and I was loving it. I’d been riding for more than eight years but had been without a bike for about a year. Man, I missed riding... MORE

Motorcycle Safety Training: What riders need to know
May 13, 2019 — With more motorcyclists hitting the roadways, it may be helpful to shed some light on the Air Force’s training requirements, as well as the proper acronyms for the Motorcycle Safety Foundation courses, as well as dispel some misinformation circulating... MORE

At the start of the 2019 riding season the Air Force Motorcycle Program Manager lets Air Force riders know some basic requirements for rider training and what the acronyms mean. Motorcycle safety training is an important component in keeping Airmen who ride safe and ready to support wartime operations.

Motorcycle Safety Training: what Air Force riders need to know
April 2, 2019 — Training season for motorcyclists is just around the corner, and as training gets into full swing, it may be helpful to shed some light on the Air Force’s training requirements, review the proper acronyms for the Motorcycle Safety Foundation courses and dispel some misinformation... MORE

Joint Base San Antonio offers motorcycle safety training
July 19, 2018 — Much can be said about motorcycle safety. “Look twice for motorcycles. Be aware of their presence. Take the training. All the gear, all the time. Ride to be seen.” We have heard these phrases over and over again, but do we really live by them? ... MORE

Staying aware of the changing road conditions and showing the discipline to adjust to them is fundamental to safe riding.

Motorcycle safety course prepares global trainers
June 5, 2018 — Motorcyclists from military bases around the globe converged on Joint Base San Antonio-Medina Annex May 12-24 for a train-the-trainer workshop. The workshop trained eight new trainers and 10 new rider coaches... MORE

JBSA stresses safety during Motorcycle Safety Week
March 21, 2018 — Spring is here it is a great time for motorcycle riders... MORE

Motorcycle safety: stay aware, stay alive when you ride
February 26, 2018 — Motorcycling is a lifelong learning process. Far too often riders think after a few years and a few thousand miles that they know it all. That concept can be fatal... MORE

59th Medical Wing hosts annual motorcycle safety event
April 12, 2017 — The 59th Medical Wing hosted its 6th annual All Motorcycle Riders Call April 7 for all Joint Base San Antonio motorcycle riders at the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center auditorium... MORE

Col. Kyle Pelkey, 59th Dental Group commander, shares his experiences riding motorcycles during the 6th Annual All Motorcycle Riders call April 7 at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. The colonel said wearing the correct personal protective gear saves lives. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Kevin Iinuma)