Want to be an exceptional motorcyclist? Take a training class. Written by Lisa Malachowsky Provided by: The data on training “The motorcycle riders involved in accidents are essentially without training; 92% were self-taught or learned from family or friends. Motorcycle rider training experience reduces accident involvement and is related to reduced injuries in the event...Read More
By Tony “Pan” & Vicki Sanfelipo The American Heart Association developed a “Chain of Survival” when considering responses to emergencies, especially cardiac in nature. That chain has distinct links, each adding to the overall strength and effectiveness of the entire chain. There are four links: 1. Early access 2. Early intervention 3. Early EMS (Emergency...Read More
COVID Continued By Vicki Sanfelipo, RN – Executive Director ASM/Road Guardians The question that we are frequently asked is, are you still teaching classes in person classes despite concerns about COVID-19? The answer is not always easy. Some areas are more concerned than others. Some groups are more concerned than others. Some students are more...Read More
How Do You Know When it’s Time to Service Your Clutch? The ability to shift gears smoothly while out on the open road is a big part of the motorcycle riding experience. If you experience anything but a smooth transition, chances are there may be problems with your clutch. Dealing with a bad clutch can...Read More
Try these tips to help you save Everyone can appreciate saving on gas and getting more miles from their motorcycle. It’s an experiment in physics when trying to measure the fuel mileage for each vehicle. A plethora of reasons accounts for a particular motorcycle’s fuel economy. However, there are basic tips that you can take...Read More
Financial Aid for Individual Students In November 2021, ASM is pleased to announce that we were able to launch a new “ASM Individual Scholarship program”! We feel that no individual that wants to be trained with our life-saving skills should be denied access to training solely due to not being able to afford to take...Read More
Free Instructor Training offered to increase class availability Many of you are aware that we gave away a very special motorcycle called the New Glory Flag Bike in a sweepstakes drawing. The event ended at “The Motorcycle Chase” in July in Cape Girardeau, MO, and was covered live on Cycle Source’s popular YouTube show. The...Read More
Motorcycling in the Philippines According to South China Morning Post, in the Philippines, motorcycles are more popular than cars, outselling them by more than four to one. They first became popular there in the 1990s and now, there are 18 million two-wheelers on Philippine roads. Couple that with a lacking EMS system, getting hurt in...Read More