Group Ride Etiquette

Riding in a group requires you to follow certain procedures and guidelines in order to keep the rides safe, cohesive and enjoyable.

1. Arrive at the departure point with a FULL TANK of fuel. Fuel stops will be made as required along the way. The time is the DEPARTURE time.

2. The nominated RIDE LEADER leads the group. DO NOT OVERTAKE him or her please.

3. A motorcycle requires a FULL LANE in which to operate safety. We ride in STAGGERED FORMATION and NOT SIDE BY SIDE.

4. We use only ONE LANE of a multi-lane highway. That is the lane the RIDE LEADER is using.

5. A rider will be nominated to ride at the rear of the group. It is his or her responsibility to ensure that the riders DO NOT GET LOST and to render ASSISTANCE if necessary.

6. The group as a whole MUST NOT STOP FOR AN INDIVIDUAL as it can be dangerous to have the whole group stop on the side of the road. The 'Tail End' rider will stop and give assistance.(or back up vehicle)

7. When we do stop as a group, be sure to PARK WELL OFF THE ROAD.

8. ALWAYS SIGNAL your intention to change lanes. KEEP A SAFE DISTANCE behind the rider in front. Check in your MIRRORS often and CONCENTRATE on your riding.

9. If every rider can see the RIDER BEHIND him or her in the mirrors, the group should not get split up. ADJUST YOUR SPEED to do so.

10. We ride AS A GROUP to and from our destination until we split up to go home. KEEP THE GROUP TOGETHER on the road, don't lag behind.

11. Safe speed: The safe speed for road conditions will differ from rider to rider. You are responsible to pick a pace that is comfortable and within your ability. There will be plenty of opportunities to regroup. Never ride beyond your limits in an attempt to keep up with another rider!

12. Taking off early: It is fine to head home early, but it is appreciated if you let the others in the group or the sweeps know so we don't wait around or go looking for you or thinking you might be hurt

13. Any rider that takes off from the group is simply doing his own thing, Group riding is neither a race nor a competition, Common sense and Respect for each other are the keys.