The Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM) announced May 12 that it continues its support to the Navy Motorcycle Safety Program by expanding its discount coupon program.

Now, each time a military rider signs up via the Navy's Enterprise Safety Applications Management System (ESAMS) and takes a motorcycle safety course (required every three years), NEXCOM will offer the discount coupons for motorcycle gear, 25 percent off for those taking the BRC (Level I) and 15 percent off for follow-on courses.

"The NEX is committed to providing the best customer service possible to our military members and we are happy to expand this program to allow them to continue to get the necessary motorcycle gear at a discounted price," said Rear Adm. Robert J. Bianchi (Ret.), NEXCOM chief executive officer. "We absolutely want our Sailors and Marines who ride motorcycles to be safe and wear the right equipment when riding."

The original 25 percent off coupon will still be issued to first-time riders who take the BRC on base. And now, military members taking the Level II or other follow-on motorcycle training will receive a 15 percent off coupon. Every Sailor or Marine that registers for training via ESAMS will automatically receive a coupon. NEXCOM's program does not apply to courses taught off base or by civilian organizations outside CNIC's contracted motorcycle safety training contract.

The discount coupons are good at NEX stores that sell motorcycle protective equipment. Any rider who registers for the class via ESAMS will receive the coupon, regardless of what branch of the military they are in, but the coupons are only good at NEX stores. The coupons do not apply to any other merchandise in the transaction or to general purpose footwear, outerwear or electronics. The coupons may not be combined with any other offers, coupons or discounts.

In 2010, NEXCOM partnered with the Naval Safety Center and Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC), to offer a discount coupon on motorcycle protective gear for all military members who complete the Motorcycle Safety Course - Basic Rider's Course (BRC - Level I) at their base.

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