ABATE Kokomo Motorcycle Safety

June 19-21st class.

Congrats to this awesome group of new riders!! Way to go!!

We have an unexpected opening for the weeknight class. Starts tonight at 6 on a zoom call, then Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 4;30 tilll ? Know anyone trying to get in and isn't free on weekends... send them my way QUICKLY!
Lynn 765-631-7635

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Congrats to our newest riders!! Well done! They rode the storm out and became one HOT Class!!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

May 7, 2026

May is recognized as Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month in IndianaGovernor Mike Braun has proclaimed May as Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month in Indiana, joining a nationwide campaign by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. With riding season underway, this annual observance serves as an important reminder that safety on our roadways is a shared responsibility.

As temperatures rise and traffic increases, so does the presence of motorcycles on Hoosier roads. For many riders, this marks a return after months off the bike. May presents the ideal time to remind motorists to look for motorcyclists, as well as offer tips for riders who have been inactive since last fall and could be a bit rusty.

Motorcycle crashes continue to have devastating consequences across our state. Behind every incident is a person, a family, friends, and communities left to cope with the loss. These are not isolated events. They are preventable tragedies that demand our collective attention.

A large percentage of multi-vehicle motorcycle crashes occur when a driver fails to recognize a motorcycle in traffic, often turning into or pulling out in front of a rider. It is not enough to simply glance. Motorists must actively look for motorcycles and account for them in every driving decision. The proliferation of Automated Driving Systems that do not yet accurately detect motorcycles compounds this issue. At the same time, riders must take personal responsibility by riding within their abilities, maintaining control, and staying alert to the actions of others.Training and proper licensing continue to play a critical role in rider safety. Motorcyclists who invest in professional instruction and ongoing skill development are significantly better equipped to handle real-world riding situations. Experience matters, but so does preparation.

ABATE of Indiana encourages all riders to make safety a priority this season: get trained, get licensed, practice regularly, and ride defensively. Motorists are urged to slow down, eliminate distractions, allow additional space, and treat motorcycles with the same respect as any other road user.Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month is not just about awareness; it’s about awareness in action. Every decision made behind the wheel or on the handlebars has the potential to save a life.

“Save a Life – Be Aware – Motorcycles Are Everywhere.”

Media Contact:
Jay Jackson
Executive Director
ABATE of Indiana
www.abateonline.org

From the Motorcycle Riders Foundation, Washington, D.C. :
Update On The E15 Debate

Capitol Hill is once again the battleground for a growing debate over the future of America’s fuel supply, this time centered on whether to allow the year-round sale of E15 (a gasoline blend containing 15% ethanol) nationwide.

Currently, federal regulations restrict the sale of E15 during the summer months due to concerns related to emissions. However, in recent years, several states have been granted waivers or special allowances to permit the year-round sale of E15. What was once a limited exception is now being used as the foundation for a broader legislative push in Congress to make permanent, nationwide access to E15 a reality.

Supporters of the change point to potential cost savings at the pump and benefits for domestic ethanol producers. But for motorcyclists, the issue is far more complicated and concerning.

Most motorcycles on the road today are designed and tested to run on E10 fuel, a gasoline blend containing 10% ethanol. Higher ethanol blends, including E15, are not approved for use in many motorcycles and small-engine vehicles. The risks are well-documented: increased wear on engine components, fuel system damage, and in some cases, manufacturer warranties voided.

These are why the Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF) is actively engaged in this fight.

A central pillar of the MRF’s legislative agenda is ensuring the continued, widespread availability of E10 fuel. As Congress considers expanding E15 sales, the MRF is working to make sure that motorcyclists are not pushed to the margins of the marketplace.

The concern is straightforward: as E15 becomes more prevalent, E10 could become harder to find. Without proper safeguards, riders may face fewer fueling options or an increased risk of inadvertently using incompatible fuel.

The MRF is urging lawmakers to take a balanced approach. Any legislation expanding E15 must also include provisions that guarantee access to E10, improve pump labeling, and prioritize consumer awareness, especially for those operating vehicles not designed for higher ethanol blends.

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9.8 - 9.10.26 class.

Congrats to the newest graduates! Safe riding to you all!!

Congrats to this new group of riders and ABATE members!! Ride safe graduates!! Class of April 26!