Responsibilities/ Requirements Include:
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Providing motorcycle escort support along the route to troubleshoot problems and ensure rider safety
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(when needed) responding to emergencies and traffic situations
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Starting the Tour
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Monitoring the flow of riders
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Communicating with Tour officials via the command center or net control
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Handling minor incidents
*All Motorcycle Marshals are required to wear a helmet
*If you are First Aid/CPR certified and would be willing to provide First Aid support on route. Please add to the comment section when registering.
*Encouraged to be active amateur radio operators with VHF/UHF HAM radio capability on the motorcycle and a cellular phone for backup communications.
*Motorcycle Marshals must have a valid motorcycle driver's license and proof of insurance covering the motorcycle to be ridden in Bike MS. Both must be sent to the MS Society in advance of your shift.
*Current policy does not allow sidecars or trailers towed behind the motorcycle.
*HAM license and the ability to operate from your motorcycle are encouraged.