An ordinary first aid kit just won’t cut it. The types of common injuries that motorcyclists may experience need a special balance of first aid and trauma supplies. It is important to know the purpose of, and how to use every item in your motorcycle first aid/trauma kit– otherwise it’s just taking up valuable space....Read More
Attending A Public Hearing Or MeetingWhether at the city, state or federal level, the legislative and regulatory process usually includes an opportunity for public involvement. Sometimes the law requires agencies to release new regulations in proposal form, and then calls for a period of time for citizens to give their opinions in writing, at hearings,...Read More
I’ve heard it all! Pull over safely Never pull over under a bridge Always drive to an exit to get off the highway Angle your vehicle to increase visibility Blah, Blah, Blah. What’s a biker to do? If you experience an emergency and are unable to drive to a “safe” location, what should you...Read More
E-mail received by ASM Certified Lead Instructor Megan Posey, CT on 9/26/15 Dear Megan: A year has gone by since my ASM Basic Class training at the Sandy Hook Fire Dept. I walked away with new knowledge, some practice, and a clearer understanding of how I can help in the event of an accident. Since...Read More
She was pinned in her truck, upside down… I had to use my ASM skills on our big ride last weekend for a lady who rolled her truck in the opposite lanes just as we were approaching – She was pinned in her truck, upside down and it took over half an hour for EMS...Read More
Sam Thorne from MN wrote: I was first trained in Accident Scene Management in 2008, in both Basic and Advanced, and I have maintained my certification ever since. Unfortunately I have experienced unwelcome situations twice, but fortunately in both incidents the riders suffered only minor injuries. The accident scenes were handled in a safe...Read More
Vicki Sanfelipo shows us how to fit your motorcycle properly. She gives tips for shorter riders and what to look for when getting on a motorcycle to be safe.Read More
A Harley-Davidson-sponsored study about women and motorcycles says those who ride are considerably happier, more confident and more fulfilled than those who do not. Freud asked, “What does woman want?” Harley-Davidson has the answer. She wants a motorcycle — or should. That is the result of a study of female motorcycle riders and non-riders, commissioned...Read More
