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Ramstein hosts annual motorcycle training course

Photos by Airman 1st Class Edgar Grimaldo
May 19, 2023
Kaiserslautern Military Community members prepare to go on a group ride at Ramstein Air Base, May 5. Active duty servicemembers who possess a valid motorcycle license and personally own a motorcycle are eligible to participate in the training. Civilian personnel and eligible dependents are also able to participate in the training if space is available.
U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Jeannie M. Leavitt, Department of the Air Force Chief of Safety, briefs motorcycle riders in the Kaiserslautern Military Community on the importance of riding safety at Ramstein Air Base, May 5. The annual motorcycle safety training teaches riders critical skills to maintain situational awareness and how to anticipate potential hazards, such as keeping an eye on traffic, weather, road conditions and other motorists.
Kaiserslautern Military Community members start their group ride at Ramstein Air Base, May 5. Active duty servicemembers who possess a valid motorcycle license and personally own a motorcycle, are eligible to participate in the training. Civilian personnel and eligible dependents are also able to participate in the training if space is available.
Kaiserslautern Military Community members listen to a motorcycle safety briefing held in the Hercules Theater at Ramstein Air Base, May 5.
Kaiserslautern Military Community members inspect their motorcycles before going on a group ride at Ramstein Air Base, May 5. Motorcycle training equips riders with a broad range of skills including motorcycle control, hazard avoidance and situational awareness. These skills are critical to prevent accidents and minimize the severity of injuries in the event of an accident. Motorcycle training can also help riders navigate different road conditions and weather conditions effectively.
Kaiserslautern Military Community members sign-in for a motorcycle safety briefing held in the Hercules Theater at Ramstein Air Base, May 5. The annual preseason motorcycle training is designed to build awareness and personal accountability while riding a motorcycle. With proper training, riders are more likely to avoid accidents, and be aware of legal and insurance implications of a possible accident.
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