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BUILD Moto High School Program Now Sponsored by Harley-Davidson

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Harley-Davidson is now the sponsor of the BUILD Moto program, a nonprofit that teaches high school teams how to build motorcycles and other related skills.

Harley-Davidson has announced its official sponsorship of the BUILD Moto program starting with the 2025 season. Through this sponsorship, signed for the next three years, Harley-Davidson will donate items like motorcycles, parts, and accessories to the program, as well as provide access to manufacturing experts and additional support.

The BUILD program, founded in 2011, is a 501(c)3 organization that allows high school students to learn valuable skills by building a motorcycle to AMA flat-track racing standards and then entering their builds to be judged. Students, guided by a faculty advisor and up to three mentors, learn design, welding, fabrication, repair, machining, media, and more as they work on their bikes.

BUILD Moto Program Harley-Davidson Sponsorship

Each team organizes fundraising events to support their project, and they must document their progress with photos and videos posted to social media. They’re judged on design, execution, and completion of milestones throughout the season, culminating in a bike reveal and awards event at the end.

“Our involvement with BUILD Moto represents our commitment to STEAM learning and helping to teach the next generation of designers, engineers, and trades experts,” said Shanna Beanan, STEAM Program Manager at Harley-Davidson. “Working with high schoolers who are empowered to create a bike that is race-ready is really rewarding. It’s a thrill to see their confidence grow during the build and showcase what they’ve learned as the pit crew on race day.”

BUILD Moto Program Harley-Davidson Sponsorship

The 2024 season participants received an invitation to show their motorcycles at the Harley-Davidson Homecoming Festival at the newly opened Davidson Park in Milwaukee on July 25, 2024, at 11 a.m.

Those interested in becoming involved with the BUILD Moto program can do so in several ways. Becoming a mentor allows you to work directly with students to build the motorcycles. Working a booth at BUILD Moto events helps to spread the word about the program. Volunteering at an event to help with parking, selling merchandise, or set up/tear down can help keep the event running smoothly. If you’re a subject matter expert, you can also lend one-time assistance to teams on your specific skill, in-person or virtually.

Visit the BUILD Moto website to learn more, donate, or find ways to become involved.

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2024 Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride Has Record-Breaking Attendance

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The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride 2024 raised $7.6 million to support men’s mental health and research for prostate cancer.

The 2024 Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride had a record-breaking year with a total of 113,000 riders across the world raising $7.6 million USD to support research and raise awareness for men’s mental health and prostate cancer.

In its 11th year and supported by Triumph Motorcycles, the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride was held on May 19, and participants across the globe gathered for group rides while dressed in dapper clothing. With 959 rides across 105 countries, the DGR is growing in support and participation.

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Eric Hendrikx (left) and Nicholas Harrison (right) on the Toronto ride.

The U.S. had 14,767 riders from 187 rides, and Canada had 2,167 riders from 28 rides, for a total combined North America fundraising effort of $3.05 million.

Triumph Motorcycles supports the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride by organizing rides from Triumph dealers and offering prizes for participants who raise the most money. The top five fundraisers on Team Triumph won a prize package including items from the Triumph Clothing Collection.

Distinguished Gentleman's Ride 2024 Toronto
The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride 2024 had a record-breaking 113,000 participants around the world.

Many well-known names participated in the DGR this year. In London, 007 stunt riders Paul Edmondson and Martin Craven and Mission Impossible stunt rider Kieran Clarke rode Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 Xs. In Poole, U.K., actor James Phelps (Fred Weasley in Harry Potter) rode a Bonneville T120 Stealth Edition.

Distinguished Gentleman's Ride 2024 Ivan Cervantes
Ivan Cervantes rode in Reus, Spain, aboard a Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE.

Related: 2024 Triumph Scrambler 1200 X/XE Review | First Ride

In the U.S., movie and film photographer Frank Masi rode a Triumph Speed Twin 1200 in Atlanta. In Canada, writer-photographer Eric Hendrikx led the Toronto ride on a Thruxton RS. Spanish actor Pepe Barroso (Gran Turismo) rode in Madrid, and world-record holder Ivan Cervantes rode in Reus. Music producer Tai Jason rode his Bonneville T100 in Munich, Germany.

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Kieran Clarke (far right) participated in the ride with industry colleagues.

“It’s empowering to work with the Gentleman’s Ride and Triumph Motorcycles as we bring our communities together, ride great bikes, and support Movember in their reputable stride to improve prostate cancer research and men’s mental health programs,” said Eric Hendrikx.

“I truly look forward to the DGR every year, as it’s a charity I can really get behind combining fundraising for men’s issues with the comradery of motorcycles and dapper attire,” said Frank Masi. “I’m blown away at how the DGR stays so well organized in so many cities around the world. Year after year, the ride gets bigger and better, and I look forward to participating for many years to come while spreading awareness for men’s mental health and prostate cancer.”

Distinguished Gentleman's Ride 2024 Eric Hendrikx
Eric Hendrikx rides by Queen’s Park in Toronto.

The participant who raised the most globally this year and in any year in the DGR’s history was actor and singer Jaime Camil from Los Angeles. Kat Thomsen from San Francisco raised the second-most, and Matias Seijo from Edinburgh raising the third-most. The Gentlefolk prize winner was Jason Etters who led the ride in Jacksonville, Florida.

Find more information at the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride website.

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Interviews with Tom Hardy, Austin Butler, and Other Stars of “The Bikeriders” Movie

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Austin Butler is part of the star-studded cast of “The Bikeriders,” which opens on June 21.

The Bikeriders is a film about a midwestern motorcycle club from the 1960s that hits theaters on June 21. The movie was inspired by a book of the same name originally published in 1968, which chronicled the characters and exploits of the Chicago Outlaws Motorcycle Club as it morphs from a friendly association to a biker gang.

The film adaptation is directed by Jeff Nichols (Loving; Midnight Special; Mud), who also wrote the screenplay over a period of several years. The movie stars Austin Butler (Elvis; Dune: Part 2), Tom Hardy (Mad Max: Fury Road; The Revenant), Norman Reedus (Walking Dead), and Jodie Comer (Killing Eve; The Last Duel).

Kevin Duke, editor-in-chief of our sibling publication, American Rider, got the opportunity to watch an advanced screening of the movie followed by an opportunity to interview the actors and director.

“I’m always dubious about Hollywood’s portrayal of motorcycling, but after watching an advance screening of this new film, I was really impressed with the production values and the acting,” said Duke. “Terrific performances throughout, especially from Hardy as the club leader ‘Johnny’ and Comer, the love interest of ‘Benny’ played by Butler. The motorcycles are all period-correct 1960s models, and their authentic sounds literally rumble the theater seats.”

Take a look at these interviews to learn about the efforts it took to bring vintage motorcycles to the big screen. And get yourselves to theaters on June 21 to see the film for yourself! Subscribe to our channel to get updates about all new videos.

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Minnesota Legalizes Lane Filtering

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Minnesota has legalized lane filtering, allowing motorcyclists to filter through traffic. Photo by Kevin Wing.

This month, Minnesota has become the sixth state in the U.S. to pass legislation allowing lane filtering, aka lane splitting.

Along with the lane-sharing law, which allows motorcyclists to filter through traffic “at not more than 25 miles per hour and no more than 15 miles per hour over the speed of traffic,” Minnesota has also added punishments for drivers who impede motorcyclists.

As shown by reactions to our recent post about Colorado passing lane-filtering legislation last month, the topic of lane sharing remains controversial. Data indicates that lane sharing reduces motorcycle accidents and decreases the severity of injuries in collisions, especially in rear-end accidents. But some motorists in places where lane sharing is not the norm are skeptical of the practice, even though it’s common on most of the world’s roads.

For an in-depth look at the practice of lane sharing, read “Split Decision: Are Lane Splitting and Lane Filtering Safe?” by Eric Trow. For more about the new legislation in Minnesota, read the AMA’s press release below.

Minnesota Passes Historic Lane-Filtering Legislation

With the signing of HF 5247 into law by Gov. Tim Walz (D) on Friday, May 24, Minnesota became the sixth state to legalize lane filtering.

Minnesota is now the easternmost state to legalize lane filtering and joins California, Utah, Montana, Arizona, and Colorado — which also signed filtering into law this year — as states that permit lane filtering.

“With this new ability to filter through slow-moving traffic and at stoplights, riders in Minnesota will benefit from increased safety on the open road,” AMA Central States Representative Nick Sands said. “The recent successes of lane-filtering legislation passing into law in Colorado and Minnesota signal excellent momentum for our efforts in that space, and the overall well-being of our road-riding members.”

As part of a supplemental budget bill — which impacted several departments, including the Minnesota Department of Transportation — motorcyclists in Minnesota will now be allowed to filter through traffic “at not more than 25 miles per hour and no more than 15 miles per hour over the speed of traffic in relevant traffic lanes.” Written by Sen. Scott Dibble (D-61) and Reps. Frank Hornstein (D-61A), Brad Tabke (D-54A), and Erin Koegel (D-39A), this section of the bill will take effect on July 1, 2025.

The legislation’s success came after AMA member and BMW MOA treasurer Phil Stalboerger told his story of being rear-ended on a motorcycle while in traffic to several legislators who wanted to find a way to prevent further accidents from happening.

“After telling my story to a lot of people and educating people on what lane filtering means for the motorcycle community, it’s very rewarding seeing this legislation pass,” Stalboerger said. “There was a nice rally cry from the motorcycle community, clubs, small businesses, and others saying that ‘yes,’ we want this. The passage of this legislation illustrates grassroots advocacy at its finest.”

In addition to the lane-filtering aspects, HF 5247 also added punishments for drivers that impede motorcyclists on the open road, stating that “an operator of a motor vehicle must not intentionally impede or attempt to prevent the operation of a motorcycle” when filtering.

The AMA remains supportive of all efforts regarding the legalization of lane filtering, as its well-documented success in other states, in addition to support from several studies, indicate that it’s an effective way to keep motorcyclists safe on the road.

The AMA’s position on lane filtering, as well as lane splitting, can be found on the AMA website.

To stay up-to-date on the latest legislative news, visit the AMA Government Action Center webpage.

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Americade and Bring It Bike Show | Ep. 71 Rider Magazine Insider Podcast

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Episode 71 of the Rider Magazine Insider Podcast is sponsored by Fly Racing. We talk about Americade and the Bring It Bike Show.

On Episode 71 of the Rider Magazine Insider Podcast, which is sponsored by Fly Racing, we talk about the Americade rally, which takes place May 29 to June 1 in Lake George, New York. The world’s largest all-brand rally has scenic rides, demo rides, entertainment, and events. Rider and American Rider sponsor the Bring It Bike Show, with daily winners in multiple categories and a people’s choice Best of Show. Bring your motorcycle and show it off! 

LINKS: Americade, Bring It Bike Show registration, FLY Racing, @flyracingUSA on Instagram

Related: 2023 Americade Bring It Bike Show Winners

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Views of Lake George and riding in the Adirondacks are highlights of the Americaderally.

You can check out Episode 71 on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean, and YouTube or via the Rider Magazine Insider Podcast webpage. Please subscribe, leave us a 5-star rating, and tell your friends! Scroll down for a list of previous episodes.

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There’s always a wide selection of bikes parked on Canada Street during Americade.

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Veterans Charity Ride and Indian Motorcycle to Host Memorial Day Reunion

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Veterans Charity Ride Memorial Day Reunion

To commemorate their 10th year of partnership, Veterans Charity Ride and Indian Motorcycle are hosting a Memorial Day reunion to welcome returning VCR vets. The reunion takes place May 24-27 in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Veterans Charity Ride was founded by veteran Army Paratrooper Dave Frey and is a veteran-led, non-profit organization that provides motorcycle therapy to combat wounded veterans. VCR’s goal is to support vets as they transition to civilian life by offering camaraderie, motorcycle adventures, and other initiatives.

Related: Steed Rides Again for Veteran Suicide – This Time with a Crew

“It’s incredible to be entering our 10th year of motorcycle therapy, and undoubtedly we could not have achieved so much without the loyal support from our friends at Indian Motorcycle,” said Dave Frey, founder of Veterans Charity Ride. “While we celebrate 10 years with a Memorial Day reunion alongside our brothers and sisters who have joined us throughout our program, we are equally excited to stay on the throttle and welcome new veterans into the program and help in their rehabilitation just as we have so many already.”

Related: Veteran Hugh Smith Jr. and his ‘Milwaukee Packout’ Bike

Throughout Memorial Day weekend, participating vets will enjoy adventure activities supported by the National Ability Center in Park City. Vets will also go on motorcycle therapy rides and participate in team-building exercises.

Another VCR event is scheduled for June 8-16 in Moab, Utah, in celebration of Veteran Motorcycle Therapy Month. During this event, VCR will host a group of new and returning veterans with therapy rides, adventure activities, and small-group therapy sessions. They will also participate in the Indian-sponsored Durango Rendezvous event in Durango, Colordo.

“Over the past decade, Veterans Charity Ride has improved the lives of countless veterans, many of whom wouldn’t leave their house after their release from active duty,” said Aaron Jax, vice president for Indian Motorcycle. “Through its therapy program, which utilizes the freedom of the open road, the roar of the engine, and the connection between veterans, VCR has been incredibly successful in helping these vets find life after service, and we are honored to play a role in supporting such a great cause.”

To learn more or to donate to Veterans Charity Ride, visit the VCR website.

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KTM Adventure Rider Rally to Take Place Oct. 10-13

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KTM Adventure Rider Rally 2024

The KTM Adventure Rider Rally invites ADV riders of any brand to come to Deadwood, South Dakota, for four days of adventure riding and KTM motorcycle demos.

The rally is based out of The Lodge in Deadwood and will take place Oct. 10-13, 2024. Participants can expect rides featuring extensive double-track trails, red dirt/clay, rocky sections, snaking turns, mountain climbs, and valleys. Landmarks in the region include Devil’s Tower, Spearfish Canyon, the Black Hills, and more.

Routes include various loops suitable for different skill levels, so all adventure riders will be able to enjoy the event. Ride groups will consist of two to four riders of similar skill level. If you’re bringing your buddies, you can register to be placed in the same ride group.

The first day of the event, Oct. 10, is the demo day, on which participants can try out KTM models from the list below. The pre-event dinner on Thursday night is also included in the cost of registration.

KTM Adventure Rider Rally 2024
The KTM 790 Adventure is one of many models that will be available for demo rides during the KTM Adventure Rider Rally event.

KTM Demo Models:

The next two days are ride days when participants will enjoy riding with their ride group. On Saturday, participants can recount the tales of their adventures during the included Awards Dinner. There will also be shorter rides and games on Sunday. Throughout the event, some KTM ambassadors and athletes will be present, including Marvin Musquin, Ryan Dungey, and Taylor Robert.

Registration is now open, but space is limited, so it’s recommended to register early. Registration includes an event t-shirt and hat, the pre-event dinner, breakfast from Friday to Sunday, and the Awards Dinner on Saturday. Registration costs $350, and there’s a “meals only” package for $175 for those traveling with participants. Visit the KTM website to register.

See all of Rider‘s KTM coverage here.

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Join Rider Magazine on Edelweiss Grand Alps Tour

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The Alps are world-famous for their endless curving roads and motorcycle-friendly culture. The Edelweiss Grand Alps Tour will allow you to experience the best of them.

Take a motorcycle trip of a lifetime with us on the Edelweiss Bike Travel Grand Alps Tour. Join Rider contributing photographer Kevin Wing on this 15-day tour through Austria, Switzerland, France, and Italy. The Alps have some of the best motorcycle roads in the world, and this tour has been carefully created to include beautiful scenery, overnight stays at charming alpine villages and towns, hundreds of hairpin bends, and some of the highest passes in the Alps.

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Old-world architecture and charming villages are some of the many highlights of this tour.

The tour starts in the town of Seefeld in Austria’s state of Tyrol, then heads through Austria, stopping one night in the village of Galtür, and then into Switzerland, with a stop in Andermatt, a village in the Swiss Alps. The tour travels west through Switzerland and into France at Chamonix, a town at the foot of the famous 12,000-feet Aiguille du Midi. In France, the tour circumnavigates the snow-covered mountain of Montblanc with a stop in Briançon, the highest city in France and the second highest in Europe.

Edelweiss Bike Travel Grand Alps Tour Kevin Wing
Professional photographer and long-time Rider contributor Kevin Wing will be on this tour July 21 to Aug. 3.

After France, you’ll head into Italy with stops in Aosta, Lago Maggiore, Livigno, and Collalbo. The tour spends a rest day in Collalbo in the Dolomites before passing back into Austria to the skiing town of Kaprun. After 15 days of some of the best riding in Europe, the tour concludes back in Seefeld.

Related: Edelweiss Bike Travel ‘Southern Italy Delights and Twisties’ Tour Review

Included in the price of the tour are all overnight stops at comfortable middle-class hotels, breakfast every day, two picnics, 11 dinners, motorcycle rental, third-party liability insurance, a tour information package, tour guides, and a support van for luggage.

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You’ll enjoy scenery like this day after day.

Motorcycle rentals available include models from BMW, Ducati, Harley-Davidson, Honda, KTM, Suzuki, and Triumph, and pricing for the tour starts at $7,670 for a rider in a double room. Optional upgrades include certain motorcycle models, a single room for $960, the Alps Prep Course for $470, and the Guided City Tour for $460.

Join us on the Edelweiss Grand Alps Tour from July 21 to Aug. 3, 2024. For those who can’t make the first dates, this tour will run again from Sept. 14 to 28. For more information and to reserve your spot on this tour, visit the Edelweiss Bike Travel website.

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Join Rider Magazine at Americade 2024

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Views of Lake George and riding in the Adirondacks are highlights of the Americade rally.

Americade, the largest U.S. motorcycle event to welcome all brands of motorcycles and types of riding, returns to Lake George, New York, from May 29 to June 1. The rally starts off with the Rider-sponsored Opening Celebration on May 28 with live music, prizes, and entertainment, followed by four days of nonstop events, shows, demos, activities, and more.

If you’re at Americade, make sure to visit our Bring It Bike Show and consider entering your bike. The show is sponsored by Rider and American Rider and is open daily from Thursday to Saturday. Like the rally, Bring It welcomes all types of interesting bikes, and categories include American Bagger, American Cruiser, European, Japanese, Adventure, and Anything Goes. Daily winners will be invited to the Best of Show judging on Saturday, where the winner will receive $1,000.

Related: 2023 Americade Bring It Motorcycle Show Winners

Americade Bring It Bike Show
Winners of the 2023 Bring It Bike Show at the Best of Show judging event on Saturday night. (Photo by Matt Gustafson)

If you want to get some seat time on new motorcycles, Americade is hosting the most demo rides in the rally’s 41-year history. There will be 17 manufacturers providing demo rides Wednesday to Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., including Aprilia, Beta, BMW, Can-Am, CFMOTO, Harley-Davidson, Honda, Indian, Kawasaki, KTM, Moto Guzzi, Moto Morini, Piaggio, Rewaco Trikes, Triumph, Vespa, and Yamaha. There will also be displays by Buell, GasGas, and Stark Future.

The Americade Expo offers more than 300,000 square feet of vendors selling motorcycle gear and accessories. Browse the expo to see, touch, and buy thousands of motorcycle items in one place.

Americade Canada Street
There’s always a wide selection of bikes parked on Canada Street during Americade.

There will be plenty more going on throughout the event to keep attendees busy. Events to check out include the Pro Rodeo and BBQ, boat cruises and firework cruises on Lake George, comedy shows featuring Alonzo Bodden, the big Friday Night Spectacular party, Americade block parties, MotoMotion stunt shows, the Ladies Coffee & Motorcycle Club, Ameri-lympics Riding Games, and the Ride For Kids Ride.

Related: Americade 2021 Rally Report

Daily guided and unguided rides will take riders into the surrounding scenic areas. New rides include the Queens Loop around Lake George, the Skyline Ride along a mountain ridge, the Reservoir Ramble of winding waterfront roads, the NY & VT Covered Bridges Ride with at least seven covered bridges, and the Scenic Riding & Fine Dining Ride along the shores of Lake George and Lake Champlain. There will also be the Americade Adventure Rides, which will take ADV riders deep into the Adirondacks.

Early registration is now available at the Americade website. Multiday passes start at $105, or riders can choose to register at the event.

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May is Motorcycle Awareness Month

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Motorcycle Awareness Month

Motorcycle Awareness Month is a time to bring awareness to motorcyclists on our roads and to encourage both car drivers and motorcycle riders to work together to make roads safer. The American Motorcyclist Association, a nonprofit organization that works to promote the motorcycling lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling, has issued the press release below regarding Motorcycle Awareness Month and what it hopes to accomplish.

The AMA states that safety concerns are especially prominent during a time when more cars are featuring advanced driver assist capabilities and more drivers are distracted while driving. The organization encourages drivers to remain aware at all times and recognize that many driver-assist technologies, such as lane-keeping assistance and automated braking, are still in early stages of development.

Rider supports the AMA’s mission to promote motorcycling and safety. For more information, read the press release below or visit the AMA website.

As more riders return to the open road, the American Motorcyclist Association reminds motorists to look for motorcycles and extend courtesy to their two-wheeled counterparts this Motorcycle Awareness Month. May heralds the unofficial start of the summer travel season, and this annual campaign aims to increase awareness and advocate for enhanced safety measures that improve motorcyclist safety nationwide.

“The safety and increased awareness of motorcyclists on the road is one of our paramount concerns here at the AMA,” said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. “Motorcycle Awareness Month is the perfect time for the AMA to address our core mission to promote the motorcycle lifestyle and protect the future of motorcycling. One of the best ways to accomplish that is by encouraging measures that make our members safer on the road.”

During Motorcycle Awareness Month, and all year long, it’s imperative that motorists and motorcyclists work together to create safe roadways and reduce the number of crashes on our nation’s highways.

In a recent survey, AMA members indicated that the most concerning issues facing motorcyclists on the road pertain to distracted driving and the inattentive usage of Automated Driving Systems (ADS) in cars and trucks. Regarding these dangerous issues, among others, the AMA stresses the importance of exercising vigilance behind the wheel and avoiding all distractions while driving.

The AMA also reminds those who own cars with advanced driver assist capabilities to remain alert and attentive when operating their vehicle. Additionally, drivers should remain aware of their surroundings when using driver-assisted technology, including lane-keeping assistance, automated braking and adaptive cruise control, as many of those features remain in the early stages of development.

The AMA was encouraged by a recently enacted law that permits lane-filtering in Colorado, as well as other efforts around the country to pass similar legislation. As seen through implementation in several other states, lane filtering reduces the possibility for rear-end collisions by allowing motorcyclists to filter through congested traffic at low speeds.

Related: Colorado Legalizes Lane Filtering

As we celebrate Motorcycle Awareness Month this May, the AMA urges all road users — including both cars and motorcycles — to drive safely and remain vigilant on the road to ensure a safe environment for riders and drivers alike.

Since the creation of Motorcycle Awareness Month in the early 1980s, the AMA and its network of clubs, state motorcycle rights organizations, the motorcycle industry and U.S. government entities have been steadfast supporters of Motorcycle Awareness Month. Stay engaged at the AMA website and the AMA’s social media channels throughout the month for more information on motorcycle awareness.

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