The Texas Motorcycle Safety Coalition, in conjunction with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and the Texas A&M Transportation Institute Center for Transportation Safety, will present annual Texas Motorcycle Safety Awards. These competitive awards are meant to recognize, honor, and celebrate those individuals or groups who go “above and beyond” in support of the mission to increase motorcycle safety in the State of Texas. All nominations are considered for each of the following awards:
- The Texas Motorcycle Safety Champion Award
- The Texas Motorcycle Safety Difference Maker Award
To learn more about the awards, review the:
2025 Texas Motorcycle Champion Award Winner – Bill Veach
Bill Veach has dedicated over 20 years to coaching and mentoring riders, significantly impacting motorcycle safety and education in Texas. Each year, he teaches 20-30 classes, reaching over 100 individuals, including students and RiderCoaches. His commitment to excellence extends beyond the classroom—he also conducts audits for Harley-Davidson, helping to establish best practices for Riding Academy dealerships.
Bill’s mentorship has influenced thousands of students and countless RiderCoaches, elevating safety standards and creating better training experiences. His work with the Harley-Davidson Riding Academy has helped improve training programs, fostering safer riders on Texas roads.
Through his work, Bill consistently goes above and beyond, not only meeting expectations but exceeding them, ensuring a positive and impactful experience for all involved. As he nears retirement, his influence will continue to be felt for years to come.
2025 Texas Motorcycle Safety Difference Maker Award Winner – Kelly Howard
Kelly has been an invaluable member of the motorcycle safety community in Texas for many years. From teaching at Spring Branch ISD’s program, to his time with Rider’s Edge and various rider training providers in the Houston area, to mentoring and training RiderCoaches across the state, Kelly has been a model of motorcycle safety. His expertise extends from on-the-road riding to track safety instruction with Lone Star Track Days at Texas World Speedway, where he taught riders better throttle, brake, and cornering techniques.
Through the years, Kelly has impacted thousands of riders, from beginners to advanced, and his contributions as an MSF RiderCoach and RiderCoach Trainer have helped make Texas roads and tracks safer. His calm, steady demeanor and kindness set a positive example for both motorcyclists and safety personnel, reflecting his dedication to fostering safe riding practices.
As Kelly retires, his unwavering commitment to mentoring, training, and his lasting influence will continue to resonate across the state for years to come. Read more about Kelly’s career in rider education in this MSF Coach Spotlight article.