White House Recognizes May as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
IRVINE, Calif., May 3, 2022 — President Biden recognized May as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in a letter from the White House that acknowledged the millions of Americans who ride, and that “a motorcycle offers freedom, recreation, and the opportunity to explore our great Nation coast-to-coast.” “My Administration remains committed to ensuring the safety of everyone […]
Motorcycle Safety Foundation Calls on Motorists to #SeeMotorcycles as More Riders Get on the Road
IRVINE, Calif., April 26, 2022 — Two years of strong motorcycle and scooter sales, continued demand for rider training, and higher gas prices mean more riders are likely to be on the roads this spring and summer, so the Motorcycle Safety Foundation is doubling down on getting the word out to #SeeMotorcycles. “May has been the […]
Motorcycle Safety Foundation Elects Board Officers and Welcomes Two New Trustees
IRVINE, Calif., March 30, 2022 — The Motorcycle Safety Foundation elected board officers. Croft Long of Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. was re-elected chairman; Jason Tolleson of Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Inc. was elected vice-chairman; and Chase Rastegar of Suzuki Motor USA, LLC was elected secretary/treasurer. “As riding increases in popularity, our work with the Motorcycle Safety […]
Research: The MSF Difference – Training Systems Developed Using Data
IRVINE, Calif., May 26, 2020 – Motorcycle safety starts with research. It’s the cornerstone of the MSF’s Rider Education Training System. And encouraging new motorcyclists to start out with formal rider training, and experienced motorcyclists to take refresher courses, is a big part of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. MSF coaches Andria Yu and Ty van Hooydonk conducted […]
ForCarDrivers.com Introduces its “Driver’s Commitment to Safety” Checklist for Use by Car and Truck Drivers
IRVINE, CA. May 1, 2017 – ForCarDrivers.com, a program created by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation, has introduced a new tool to help novice and experienced drivers stay safe behind the wheel: the ForCarDrivers.com “Driver’s Commitment to Safety” checklist. The MSF has previously published a motorcyclist-specific Contract for Safety for use as a discussion tool and to formalize a motorcyclist’s or […]
Let’s Prepare Now to Ride Again Soon
IRVINE, Calif., April 28, 2020 —During the COVID-19 outbreak, riders everywhere are anxious to see a return to normal so that we can head out to our favorite trails, scenic roadways, and motorcycling events. For now, many of us are following directives to stay at home. Others live in areas where riding may be limited […]
MSF Calls on All Motorists to be Safethis Memorial Day Weekend Five Tips for Riders and Five for Drivers
IRVINE, Calif., May 21, 2020 – The entire MSF staff and thousands of RiderCoaches across America urge all motorists, whether on two wheels, four, or more, to be safe and take care of one another on the road this weekend. “Memorial Day is when we honor military personnel who died while serving and protecting our freedoms,” […]
Stay Safe this Memorial Day and the Rest of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
IRVINE, Calif. May 19, 2020 – MSF staff and RiderCoaches have a number of important safety messages for riders heading into the long holiday weekend and the rest of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Whether it’s a day trip or a three-day adventure, many motorcyclists will be on the road starting on Friday and through the coming Monday. […]
MSF & AMA Team Up To Promote Motorcycle Rider Education
MSF & AMA Team Up To Promote Motorcycle Rider Education May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month IRVINE, Calif., May 19, 2021 — May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and the Motorcycle Safety Foundation and the American Motorcyclist Association are teaming up to promote rider education. The MSF offers a full suite of rider education programs consisting of […]
Motorcycle Safety Foundation Marks Unique Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
Motorcycle Safety Foundation Marks Unique Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month IRVINE, Calif., May 4, 2020 – This May, the coronavirus pandemic is forcing many to stay home, and the Motorcycle Safety Foundation urges riders to do the same if they don’t have to go out. But there are folks who use motorcycles as a primary means of […]
