IRVINE, Calif., August 24, 2009 – Each year, the Motorcycle Safety Foundation acknowledges outstanding achievement and excellence in rider education and training, honoring agencies, organizations, programs, dealers, the media and individuals who enhance motorcycle safety.

“The awards are our way of providing recognition and a thank you to those dedicated, hard-working and often unsung champions of rider education and training,” said Tim Buche, MSF president.  “Whether the award recognizes an individual or an organization, behind it all you’ll find people devoted to the common goal of motorcyclist safety.”

The Motorcycle Safety Foundation Awards for 2008:

Award of Excellence:
Ken Kiphart, NV

Outstanding State Program Category IV:
Florida Rider Training Program, FL

Outstanding RiderCoach Trainers:
Herbert Guenther, PA
Roland “Neil” Meyers, MO

Outstanding RiderCoaches:
Martin W. Davis, TN
Donn A. Johnson, GA
James A. McMurry, U.S. Air Force, Europe
Mark Roy, AL
William J. Seymour, AL
David M. Theriot, NC
James M. Wilbur, AZ

Outstanding RERP Sponsor:
Appalachian Rider Education Program, TN
Chester’s Harley-Davidson, AZ
Quinebaug Valley Community College, CT

Outstanding State Licensing Program:
Georgia Motorcycle Safety Program -
Department of Driver Services, GA

Outstanding Military Branch:
USMC Safety Division

Outstanding Military Base:
U.S. Naval Safety Center, VA
31st Fighter Wing, Aviano Air Base, AE
Marine Corps Air Station, Yuma, AZ
Naval Air Station Pensacola, FL

Outstanding Motorcycle Safety Support:
Area Support Group – Qatar
Carl D. Bennett, FL
Paul A. Graves, VT
Jacksonville State University, AL
Andrew S. Krajewski, MD
National Safety Council, Greater Omaha Chapter, NE
Glenn R. Picklesimer, FL
Brett Robinson, PA
David F. Smith, NM
Lt. Ryan Stonebraker, CHP
USMC Safety Division, DC

Outstanding Motorcycle Club:
Marine Corps Communication Electronics
School Motorcycle Club, CA

Outstanding Motorcycle Event:
CW5 Dan Curry
Marine Corps’ Track Days-USMC Safety Division

Outstanding Media:
Minnesota Department of Public Safety, MN

Outstanding Press Award:
The United States Air Force Safety Center
 
Honorable Mention, Video:
USMC Safety Division – “Semper Ride”

A multi-disciplinary evaluation committee composed of experienced professionals in the motorcycle safety field selected the award winners from nominations received from the training community. The committee of nine included the collective experience of four MSF staff members, three state administrators, and two RiderCoach Trainers.

“The MSF is honored to provide a forum for peer review when it comes time to acknowledge those in the training community who give of their time and energy to enhance safety for riders,” said Buche.

Since 1973 the Motorcycle Safety Foundation has set internationally recognized standards that promote the safety of motorcyclists with rider education courses, operator licensing tests, and public information programs. The MSF works with the federal government, state agencies, the military, and others to offer training for all skill levels so riders can enjoy a lifetime of safe, responsible motorcycling. The MSF is a not-for-profit organization sponsored by BMW, BRP, Ducati, Harley-Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki, KTM, Piaggio, Suzuki, Triumph, Victory and Yamaha.  For RiderCourseSM locations, call 800.446.9227 or visit www.msf-usa.org.

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