1. U.S. Coast Guard Motorcycle
Safety Program Policy

2. Motorcycle Safety Policy
The Motor Vehicle and Off-duty Safety Manual, COMDTINST M (series) has been cancelled.
Motor vehicle safety policy is outlined in The Safety and Environmental Health Manual, COMDTINST M A, Chapter 16

3. Motorcycle Safety Policy
Licensing
Operators of privately owned motorcycles (street legal) must possess a current operator’s license with a motorcycle endorsement (where required) issued by the governing civil authorities to operate a motorcycle on public highways.
Installation Access
Motorcycle safety training is no longer a requirement for base access. See record keeping requirement on slide 6.
Civilians are no longer required to show proof of training in order to ride their motorcycles onboard USCG installations. Civilians are required to meet state licensing, registration, and wear the required personal protective equipment.

4. Motorcycle Safety Policy
Training
All Coast Guard active duty military personnel (and reserve military personnel in a duty status) who operate a motorcycle shall complete a Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) or similar DOD or state approved motorcycle training course. Coast Guard active duty military personnel that operate a motorcycle (street legal) shall obtain this training regardless of whether the motorcycle is operated on or off base.
Periodic Refresher Training
Refresher training shall be completed every five years. Coast Guard Motorcycle Safety Foundation Rider Coaches who remain current are exempt from this requirement as they are required to re-certify every two years.

5. Motorcycle Safety Policy
Required PPE for Motorcycle Operators and Passengers
All motorcycle operators and passengers shall wear PPE while on a Coast Guard installation. All military personnel operating motorcycles shall wear the following equipment at all times and regardless of any lesser restrictions in civil jurisdictions:
(1) A DOT or Snell-approved motorcycle helmet properly fastened under the chin. “Novelty” or non-approved helmets are prohibited.
(2) Properly worn eye protection devices.
(3) Foot protection includes sturdy over the ankle footwear that affords protection for feet and ankles (durable leather athletic shoes that cover the ankles may be worn).
(4) Full-fingered and fingerless gloves or mittens designed for use on motorcycles.
(5) Long-sleeve shirt or motorcycle jacket and pants appropriate for motorcycle riding.

6. Motorcycle Safety Policy
Record Keeping
Commands shall maintain a current list of active duty military motorcycle riders and enter individual motorcycle safety training into the Training Management Tool (TMT) under competency code: MOTO-SAFE. Motorcycle riders shall be entered into TMT regardless of whether they have completed the required training.
Three-Wheel Motorcycles
Operators of motorcycles with attached sidecars and three-wheeled motorcycles are excluded from the motorcycle training requirements of this Manual.

7. Motorcycle Safety Policy
Two-Wheeled Vehicles 49CC and Below
Motorcycle training does not apply to these specific vehicles; however, PPE requirements do apply. Military members shall comply with PPE requirements at all times whether on or off Coast Guard installations and regardless of any less restrictive requirements in civil jurisdictions. Coast Guard civilian employees, contractors, dependants and visitors shall comply with the PPE requirements while on Coast Guard installations.