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CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. – A $200,000 motorcycle simulator was installed here, May 19, with the goal of reducing motorcycle-related accidents and fatalities, said safety officials with 1st Marine Logistics Group.
The simulator, located in Building 14137, features a stationary, full-motion motorcycle without wheels that mimics actual motorcycle
handling, three liquid crystal display monitors and a computer. It’s open to riders of all levels or those who wish to purchase a motorcycle.
“The simulators will assist those who have never ridden a motorcycle or have just returned to riding, (i.e.) deployment, to learn/familiarize themselves with throttle control and basic motorcycle handling,” said Petty Officer 1st Class Glorille E. Jackson, safety representative, 1st MLG.
“We are encouraging all ‘potential riders’ to get with motorcycle mentors and presidents to schedule motorcycle simulator time,” said Jackson.
The simulator can provide riders with an opportunity to learn basic riding skills, improve techniques and fix bad habits in a safe, controlled environment, said Jackson.
“Marines and sailors can practice and make mistakes without the risk of damaging their motorcycles, personal property or themselves,” said Jackson, 33, from Angeles City, Philippines.
In Fiscal Year 2010, nine Marines lost their lives in motorcycle-related accidents, according to statistics provided by the Naval Safety Center. Marine Corps leaders hope to bring that number down to zero.
To sign up, contact your unit’s motorcycle club president, or call the 1st MLG Safety Office at 760-763-9423.
| Date Taken: | 05.19.2011 |
| Date Posted: | 06.01.2011 18:31 |
| Story ID: | 71433 |
| Location: | CAMP PENDLETON, CALIFORNIA, US |
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