Level Up

1. Level Up Everything you wanted to know about the GWRRA Rider Education Levels Program, But were afraid to ask Welcome ! Level Up

2. OUR SLOGAN: “Safety Is For Life” OUR MISSION: To Save Lives Through Quality, World Class Education Level Up

3. Overview: What is the Levels program? How does it benefit the Members? The mechanics The levels Safe Miles High Mileage (not actually a part of the Levels Program) Masters Recognition The Rider Ed Database How do we promote the Levels Program? Summary Level Up

4. What is the levels program? Intended to make motorcycling safer by: Increasing motorcycle skills through education and training Reduce injuries and fatalities Reduce accident rates Aid in Member retention Level Up

5. What are the Benefits to the Members? Increased Rider Knowledge Increased Rider Safety Skills Prevention of Accidents Reduced injuries Reduced fatalities Improved general public image of motorcyclists Enhanced enjoyment of motorcycle riding Level Up

6. The “Mechanics” The LevelsWhat are the specific elements of the Levels ProgramFOUR progressively-achievable levels: Level I – Safety by Commitment Level II – Safety by Education Level III – Safety by Preparedness Level IV – Safety by Enhanced Commitment and Preparedness Level Up

7. Level Up Levels Program

8. The “Mechanics” – continued Requirements – Level I Current GWRRA Membership Commitment of the Rider and Co-Rider to strive for, practice, and encourage safe riding. Level Up

9. The “Mechanics” – continued Requirements – Level II Current GWRRA Membership Enrolled in Level I of the REP Have 5,000 safe miles on bike Rider: Current M/C endorsement as required in home state/province. Approved on-bike riding course within last 3 years or…. A sanctioned* Parking Lot Practice (PLP) within the last year. * Refer to Rider Ed Handbook for Sanctioned PLP use in the Levels Program and Requirements Level Up

10. The “Mechanics” – continued Requirements – Level II (Cont.): Co-Rider: Approved Two-Up Rider Course or…. GWRRA Co-Rider seminar within past 3 years Level Up

11. The “Mechanics” – continued Requirements– Level III • Current GWRRA Membership • Enrolled and current in Level II of the REP* • Current First Aid, CPR, or MFA certification • Carry a First Aid kit on motorcycle • GWRRA Motorist Awareness Seminar * NOTE: PLP cannot be used for Level III Level Up

12. Motorist Awareness (MA) Seminar • Exposes the Member to our program to improve awareness of all road users to the presence of motorcycle, trike, and sidecar enthusiasts. • When interfacing with the public in the future, the Level III Rider or Co-Rider can inform them about what we have available to help others share the road with us. • GWRRA University Trainers certified in Rider Education are authorized to present Motorist Awareness Seminars. • Recertification is not required for the MA Seminar Level Up

13. The “Mechanics” – continued Requirements – Level IV Current GWRRA Membership Enrolled and current in Level III for one full year Current in both First Aid and CPR Minimum 25,000 safe miles Always Wear PROPER RIDING GEAR while riding CO- Level Up

14. The “Mechanics” – continued Proper Riding Gear - ATGATT(All The Gear All The Time ) DOT approved helmet Eye protection Full-Fingered gloves Over-the-ankle footwear Long sleeves (not “riding pull on/off sleeves”) Long ‘sturdy’ pants (Only cover those parts of the body you wish to use later in life) Level Up

15. The “Mechanics” – continued Safe Miles Program: Part of Levels program Accident-free miles since joining GWRRA Revert to ZERO if/when accident occurs Any incident that results in reportable property damage or personal injury during the operation or use of a motorcycle. Reportable includes: Law enforcement accident report Insurance claim that was filed as a result of the incident. Pins available in 5,000 mile increments Rockers available in 100,000 mile increments Level Up

16. The “Mechanics” – continued High Mileage: Not Part of Levels program, but administered by Chapter Educators Total miles on ALL bikes, before and after joining GWRRA Minimum required is 50,000 miles Hanger bars available in 50,000 mile increments Level Up

17. The “Mechanics” – continued Masters Recognition Program:Level IV Master Tour Riders /Co-RidersWho remain active, and current – 5 years – Senior Master Status 10 years – Grand Master Status 15 years – Life Grand Master Status A Motorist Awareness Seminar is needed to remain current after 1/1/2013. 2013 is the bridge year – a grace period where there in no time penalty against being current as long as it is done in 2013 for those who have already attained Level IV. Level Up

18. The “Mechanics” – continued Rider Ed Database: Tracks each member’s individual training record, status and history Tracks each Instructor’s’ activity: University Trainers Riding Course Instructors PLP Facilitators MEDIC First Aid Instructor Identifies Instructors available within Regions and Districts

19. The “Mechanics” – continued Rider Ed Database - Continued: Input at District level: N.7 / N.9 Levels Application Forms N.10 Levels Update Form Rosters for: Seminars Riding Courses MEDIC First Aid CPR/First Aid/AED Classes PLP’s

20. How do we promote the Levels Program N.7 / N.9 Enrollment forms available from:Chapter EducatorsUniversity Trainers Riding Course Instructors PLP Facilitators MEDIC First Aid Instructors

21. How do we promote the Levels Program – continued N.7 / N.9 Enrollment forms available at - All events where an educational activity might occur such as: • Chapter Gathering • Rally or Convention • Motorist Awareness event

22. SUMMARY:We have discussed: • What is the Levels Program • How does it benefit Members • How Does it work • How do we promote it

23. WHAT QUESTIONS DO YOU HAVE FOR ME? THANKS FOR ATTENDING!