Col. Andrew Gebara, 2nd Bomb Wing commander, briefs motorcycle enthusiasts on motorcycle safety during the Thunder on the Bayou safety event on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 5, 2013. Barksdale currently has more than 600 motorcycle riders. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)
Motorcycle enthusiasts are briefed on motorcycle safety during the Thunder on the Bayou safety event on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 5, 2013. Motorcycle riders are required to receive an annual safety briefing. The briefing covers mishap trends, proper usage of personal protective equipment and local road conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)
Motorcycle enthusiasts prepare for the Thunder on the Bayou motorcycle ride on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 5, 2013. The event promoted Barksdale motorcycle enthusiasts to learn about proper motorcycle safety and personal protective equipment while also encouraging mentorship and camaraderie. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)
Motorcycle enthusiasts prepare for the Thunder on the Bayou motorcycle ride on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 5, 2013. The motorcycle ride was more than 100 miles long and took the riders more than two hours to complete. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)
Motorcycle enthusiasts prepare to depart during the Thunder on the Bayou motorcycle ride on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 5, 2013. The motorcycle ride was more than 100 miles long and took the riders more than two hours to complete. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)
Motorcycle enthusiasts cruise by Hoban Hall during the Thunder on the Bayou motorcycle ride on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 5, 2013. The motorcycle ride was more than 100 miles long and took the riders more than two hours to complete. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)
A motorcycle enthusiast prepares to participate in the Thunder on the Bayou motorcycle ride on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., April 5, 2013. The event promoted Barksdale motorcycle enthusiasts to learn about proper motorcycle safety and personal protective equipment while also encouraging mentorship and camaraderie. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)