Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs

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Motorcycle Safety – TAG Policy Memorandum 20

21 April 2025

MEMORANDUM FOR Wisconsin Army and Air National Guard
SUBJECT: Motorcycle Safety – TAG Policy Memorandum 20

  1. References:
    1. DODI 6055.04 (DoD Motor Vehicle and Traffic Safety), 27 August 2021
    2. ANSI Safety code Z87.1 (Eye Protection Standard)
    3. AR 385-10 (The Army Safety Program), 24 July 2023
    4. DAFI 91-207 (The US Air Force Traffic Safety Program), 26 July 2019
    5. Federal Register Vol. 76, No. 93 (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards), 13 May 2011
  2. This policy applies to all Active Guard and Reserve (AGR) Wisconsin National Guard (WING) Soldiers and Airmen while operating a motorcycle. This policy also applies to traditional WING Soldiers and Airmen while in a military status and Civilian employees when they operate or ride a motorcycle while on government business or on government property.
  3. Personnel will wear the following personal protective equipment (PPE) when operating or riding a motorcycle or moped:
    1. A helmet certified to meet the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 218, as mandated in DODI 6055.04 shall be worn and properly fastened under the chin.
    2. Impact and shatter resistant goggles, wraparound glasses, or full-face shield properly attached to the helmet that must meet or exceed ANSI Safety Code Z87.1 for impact and shatter resistance. A windshield or fairing alone does not constitute proper eye protection.
    3. Sturdy, over-the-ankle footwear that affords protection for the feet and ankles.
    4. A long-sleeved shirt or jacket, long trousers, and full-fingered gloves or mittens made from leather or other abrasion-resistant material.
    5. Riders are encouraged to select PPE that incorporates fluorescent colors and retro-reflective material.
    6. During off-road operations, operators and riders must use additional PPE, such as knee and shin guards and padded, full-fingered gloves.
  4. All personnel as outlined in paragraph 2 above must maintain a valid driver’s license with motorcycle endorsement issued by their state of residence. In addition, they must have successfully completed a motorcycle safety class sponsored by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) or an MSF-approved motorcycle rider safety course. Based on the type of motorcycle owned and operated, personnel must complete either Basic RiderCourse (BRC)-2 (License Waiver or Skill Practice)/MSF equivalent course (ie. Experienced Rider Course (ERC)) or Military SportBike RiderCourse (MRC)/Advanced RiderCourse (ARC) within 12 months of completing the BRC. Based on the type of motorcycle owned or operated, personnel are required to complete motorcycle sustainment training within 5 years of completing an ERC/BRC-2 or MRC/ARC, which consists of, at a minimum, retaking an ERC/BRC-2 or MSRC/ARC.
  5. Leaders and supervisors must reinforce that our Soldiers, Airmen and Civilian employees are our most valuable resources. As such, compliance with AR 385-10, DAFI 91-207, and this policy is mandatory. Leaders, supervisors, Soldiers, Airmen, and Civilian employees must remain vigilant in the safety and protection of our force.
  6. The point of contact for this policy is the Deputy Chief of Staff – Safety, (608) 242-3147.

Matthew J. Strub
Major General (WI
The Adjutant General