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1. Ride in Precise Formation as road conditions permit.
2. Execute Signs and Turns Properly:
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Stop - Left hand extended downward and palm facing backward.
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Right Turn - Left arm uprigth and hand extended.
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Left Turn - Left arm extended straight out and hand extended.
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A Turnaround Signal - This is used for group riding as well as signaling an individual rider approaching.
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Single File Riding - Arm extended over head with index finger pointed up means single file riding, used for narrow, winding roads, road obstructions and hazards.
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Close Up Formation - Left arm moved in and up and down motion (pumping) with closed fist. This action means tighten up or close riding formation, catch up and stay close. The road captain will use this signal to execute a group maneuver.
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Road Hazard - Pointing downward is to warn fellow riders of pot holes and debris in the road.
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Staggering Riding - Hands straight up with four fingers extended waving side to side. Staggered riding is used on open roads and where there are a lot of turns. This style allows the rider some leeway for drifting.
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V Signal - Two fingers indicate dual riding style or two abreast where permitted.
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Other Hand Signals:
3. Do Not Fool Around (horse play) when riding with the group. Any member observing another member fooling around when in formation, should discuss it with that member and attempt to clear up the situation. If it should persist, bring it to the attention of the Road captain or one of his Assistants.
4. The Road Captain shall have the unchallenged right to terminate a members participation in a given ride or event for the clubs safety or image. Upon request of the Road Captain, the President may suspend the member pending the lodging of official charges against the member.
5. Riding Positions:
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Road Captain: While on any run, the Road Captain or his assistant will ride in front. The President may ride alongside or just behind the Captain depending on the fromation in use. In the absence of the Road Captain and the assistant, whoever the Captain appoints will ride point.
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Assistant Road Captain: The assistant Road Captain will ride at the rear unless otherwise decided by the Captain. The assistant Captain will be responsible for holding a lane open while making a lane change. He will also assist any member who may break down or fall behind. The Captains will operate as a team and watch for problems within the group. Watching for all signals and seeing the need for changes are major parts of the assistant road Captain's job.
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Line Up: Line up for a ride as follows:
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Instructions: The Road Captain will give instructions to all riders prior to the start of a ride. This will include, if known, the name, address, and phone number of the destination. When you arrive at the destination point, check in with the Road Captain.
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Member Responsibility: Each member shall make it his business to know the route to be taken.
6. Use Common Sense At All Times:
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Anticipate your next move and those of the group.
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We are all aware of the proper safety procedures and the need for them. Let us exercise caution at all times and obey all traffic regulations.
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With regard to remaining alert, as one of a group, you must remember that the Road Captain from time to time will be giving a hand signal to execute a maneuver (pass slow moving vehicle, make a turn, etc.) He will be taking into consideration the size of the group and the distance necessary to get the club from one lane to another safely. Each member's assistance in executing the maneuver safely and smoothly will be of great assistance.
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The rear Road Captain(s) will help the group by getting out into the lane following the forward Captain's signal. By doing this he will help secure the chance to execute the maneuver freely and safely. Stay in position during any lane change or direction maneuver.
7. Leaving the Group - If stopped, let your intentions be known to the Road Captain or his assistants. The convoy will be pulled into the nearest and safest rest area and the Captains and/or members he designates will return to the stopped rider. After ascertaining the problem, the Captain will then decide to get the group on its way as soon as possible and make arrangements to have the stopped rider and his bike taken care of.
8. Gas Stops - Get to know your machine's cruising capacity with regard to gas. Running out of gas or making gas stops with large groups is time consuming. Therefore everyone will arrive for the rides with a full tank of gas and will top off their tank at every gas stop, no matter how small the amount. This will avoid staggered gas stops and possibly save time.
9. Bike Maintenance - Maintain it carefully, this is considered a must. Because one failed to check for loose wires, shorts, dead batteries, worn tires, or worn chains/belts, this can take away from the pleasure of the club ride. Bike maintenance will be the responsibility of each member. Bring necessary tools and parts for your machine.
10. Wearing Apparel - It is strongly urged that on club rides each member wear his club colors. He should also wear the proper clothing when riding. Helmets are a must! |
