The Montgomery County Sheriff Motor Unit provides security and motorcycle escorts for visiting dignitaries, funerals, special events and parades. The Motorcycle Unit consists of a team of Certified Motorcycle Operators who are required to attend and complete an 80 hour training program consisting of, machine nomenclature; slow speed maneuvering, control, braking, motorcycle maintenance, defensive driving techniques, law enforcement techniques and a written exam. Operators must also attend 24 hours of yearly update training to maintain certification.