Downloaded from https://www.everyspec.com may authorize properly licensed or permitted operators awaiting training to ride on an installation roadway subject to any restrictions imposed by such a permit. (6) Every 3 years following completion of the ERC or the MSRC, operators shall complete motorcycle sustainment training. Sustainment training shall mirror motorcycle course selection as outlined in paragraph 11-9 b (2), or another State-approved motorcycle safe riding course. Additionally, if after a 3–year period of inactivity, the acquisition of a new or change in motorcycle(s), or a major geographic relocation, operators shall complete sustainment training.
Sustainment training shall be mandated as of 1 October 2011. Operators may take advanced level training at no expense to the government to meet the sustainment training requirement. Commanders are not authorized to waive or defer sustainment training. (7) Personnel who operate privately owned ATVs or motorcycles off road should complete appropriate operator safety training. c. Motorcycle vehicle equipment.
(1) When operated on any DOD installation, in both on- and off-road modes, all Government-owned or privately owned motorcycles, mopeds, motor scooters, and ATVs (when equipped) must have headlights turned on at all times, except where prohibited by military mission, the SOFAs, or local laws. (2) Motorcycles shall be equipped with both a left-hand and right-hand rearview mirror mounted on the handlebar or fairing. (Note that Government-owned off-road motorcycles on tactical missions or training are exempt from this requirement.) d. Motorcycle and all-terrain vehicle rider protection.
Commanders will ensure that all individuals covered by this regulation and all persons at any time on an Army installation wear the following PPE while riding motorcycles and ATVs. Commanders are highly discouraged from adding PPE requirements at the local level. (1) Helmets. (a) For personnel riding motorcycles and ATVs in the United States, helmets shall be certified to meet DOT Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 218, United Nations Economic Commission for Europe Standard 22–05, British Standard 6658, or Snell Standard M2005 in accordance with DODI 6055.04, April 20, 2009, references (v), (w), (x), and (y).
(b) For personnel riding motorcycles and ATVs outside the United States, helmets must meet the HN standards. In those instances where the HN has no standard, helmets must, at a minimum, meet the DOT Federal Motor Vehicle Safety standard. (c) All helmets shall be properly fastened under the chin. (2) Eye protection. Eye protection designed to meet or exceed ANSI Z87.1, reference (z) for impact and shatter resistance includes goggles, wraparound glasses, or a full-face shield (properly attached to a helmet). A windshield or fairing does not constitute eye protection. (3) Foot protection.
Foot protection includes sturdy over-the-ankle footwear that affords protection for the feet and ankles (durable leather or ballistic-type cloth athletic shoes that cover the ankles may be worn). (4) Protective clothing. Protective clothing includes long-sleeved shirt or jacket, long trousers, and full-fingered gloves or mittens made from leather or other abrasion-resistant material. Motorcycle jackets and pants constructed of abrasion-resistant materials such as leather, Kevlar®, or Cordura® and containing impact-absorbing padding are strongly encouraged. Riders are encouraged to select PPE that incorporates fluorescent colors and retro-reflective material.
(5) Tactical motorcycle and Government-owned tactical ATV rider protection. The PPE for Government-owned motorcycle and ATV operators during off-road operations should also include knee and shin guards and padded gloves. (6) Off-road operations. During off-road operations, operators and riders must use additional PPE, such as knee and shin guards and padded full-fingered gloves. e. Tactical motorcycle and all-terrain vehicle operations. (1) Unit commanders may authorize the use of combat helmets for operating tactical vehicles (for example, motorcycles and ATVs) during operations and training based on an operational risk assessment.
(2) Prior to tactical motorcycle and ATV operations, operators will be trained on the tactical operations and on the controls that have been implemented to mitigate hazards. Curriculum and proficiency training for tactical motorcycles and Government-furnished (tactical and nontactical) ATVs will be tailored to satisfy specific mission objectives. In addition to the above training, government motorcycle operators will have completed the training required in paragraph 11–9 b (2), above. Government ATV operators will complete the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America-based course. f. Can-Am Spyders and three-wheeled motorcycles.
(1) Powered nonenclosed three wheelers shall be considered a motorcycle unless the owner submits to HQDA Combat Readiness/Safety Center, via their chain of command, all documentation that the vehicle is classified by vehicle identification number as an automobile by NHTSA. Note. State Department of Motor Vehicles interpretations will not suffice. (2) All PPE requirements applicable to motorcycles remain applicable to three-wheeled variants. (3) The requirement for BRC, as modified by the MSF interim guidance applicable to three-wheeled motorcycles, 59 AR 385–10 • 23 August 2007/RAR 4 October 2011