GROUP RIDING THE TWELVE COMMANDMENTS Have you your

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GROUP RIDING THE TWELVE COMMANDMENTS

GROUP RIDING THE TWELVE COMMANDMENTS

Have you, your bike, and your gear ready OFull Gas Tank, Full Belly, Empty

Have you, your bike, and your gear ready OFull Gas Tank, Full Belly, Empty Bladder OHelmet Face Shield / Visor and Bike Windshield Clean OT-CLOCK 2

OT – Tires and Wheels – condition, air pressure, spokes, rims OC – Controls

OT – Tires and Wheels – condition, air pressure, spokes, rims OC – Controls – levers, cables, hoses, throttle OL – Lights – battery, lenses, wiring, headlamp, signals OO – Oil and Gasoline levels OC – Chassis – frame, suspension, chain or belt check, fasteners OK – Kickstand/Center Stand condition 3

Arrive at the Departure Point Early, not Late 4

Arrive at the Departure Point Early, not Late 4

Say Hello! OTry to park close to the group, say hello to your fellow

Say Hello! OTry to park close to the group, say hello to your fellow riders, and talk about our favorite subject, our bikes! OLet the Ride Captain(s) know you’re there, and if you’re new to us, how long you’ve been riding. OSign a Rider Release form (if you haven't already) 5

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Ready to GO! OThe pre-ride orientation: O Helmet, cell phone and GPS off O

Ready to GO! OThe pre-ride orientation: O Helmet, cell phone and GPS off O Ride Captain(s), Sweep(s) and new attendees are introduced. O Route & maps, stops, meals, destination, and return time are discussed. O If you need to leave the group earlier, let Ride Captain and Sweep know 7

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Group Consideration OBe dressed & ready when the ride captain fires up. OCaptain will

Group Consideration OBe dressed & ready when the ride captain fires up. OCaptain will verify that everyone is ready & running, left arm up and thumbs up is the signal. OSweep will give the final go ahead. OThis procedure is used at all stops. OIf we need to break up in to 2 or more groups, there will be a 3 -5 minute gap 11 between groups.

Group Consideration OAs a Safety Guideline O We recommend that you wear a DOT/Snell/ECE

Group Consideration OAs a Safety Guideline O We recommend that you wear a DOT/Snell/ECE approved Helmet & other protective gear. O We also recommend that our riders on group rides not indulge in alcohol on the ride, wait to get a cold one when the ride is over. 12

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Group Consideration OCaptain will pull out when traffic allows the entire group to enter

Group Consideration OCaptain will pull out when traffic allows the entire group to enter traffic. If this isn’t possible, the Captain will slowly accelerate, so everyone can catch up OKeep up with the group - if the group turns off and you did not see them turn, you could get lost. That is not fair for the group, and no fun for you! 15

Group Consideration OIf a group happens to get separated by a red light, the

Group Consideration OIf a group happens to get separated by a red light, the Captain will slow down or pull over as they are able to let you catch up. OIf you are stuck at a red light - don’t panic! Keep going straight! If there is a turn we will pull over and regroup. 16

Group Consideration OHave your headlights on High Beam during the day, and/or your accessory

Group Consideration OHave your headlights on High Beam during the day, and/or your accessory lights on at all times. OAlways use your turn signals with plenty of notice to your fellow riders. OFlash your brake lights to let the riders behind you know there is danger ahead. OPass back hand/foot signals when possible to let your fellow riders know of road or animal hazards 17

Group Consideration OPay attention not only to the bikes and riders ahead of you,

Group Consideration OPay attention not only to the bikes and riders ahead of you, also pay attention to the ones BEHIND you. O For example, the person in front of the Sweep pays attention to the Sweep! 18

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Staggered Formation ORide in staggered style - First bike in the left 3 rd

Staggered Formation ORide in staggered style - First bike in the left 3 rd of the lane, the next bike in the right 3 rd of the lane, etc. O 2 -3 second gap between staggered bikes in town, 3 -5 second gap at highway speeds. ONEVER habitually ride directly behind any other riders taillight. OBreak staggered formation when the roads become narrow, twisty, or weather 24 conditions are poor.

Safe Following Gap O 2 -3 seconds gap in town / 3 -5 at

Safe Following Gap O 2 -3 seconds gap in town / 3 -5 at highway speeds means: O A minimum of 2 seconds following distance in the city and a maximum 3 seconds O A minimum of 3 seconds at highway speeds and a maximum of 5 seconds. O If a large vehicle such as an RV or Bus can get in between you and the bike in front of you there is too big of a gap. Tighten up! 25

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Safe Following Gap O A large vehicle in between your riding group can cause

Safe Following Gap O A large vehicle in between your riding group can cause problems and slowdowns for the entire group, particularly if there is an exit or turn coming up. O While it is not always possible, due to lane closings, etc. , attempt to do your best to keep ranks closed, so that groups don’t become fragmented into 2 or 3 subgroups. 27

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Where Should I be in a Group? OLess experienced, slower riders and slower bikes

Where Should I be in a Group? OLess experienced, slower riders and slower bikes should be directly behind the Captain in the usual staggered formation. OFaster riders near the rear, but in front of the Sweep. 31

SPEED OThe Captain is responsible for setting the pace. OOur Club practice is to

SPEED OThe Captain is responsible for setting the pace. OOur Club practice is to keep our speeds at no more than 5 mph over the speed limit. OA group of bikes pulled over getting speeding tickets or a group accident will definitely take the joy out of the ride. OIf you or a few of you just can’t abide by the speed limit, form your own group, and we’ll pick up the pieces of you on the way 32 : )

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Speedometer Error O In many countries the legislated error in speedometer readings is ultimately

Speedometer Error O In many countries the legislated error in speedometer readings is ultimately governed by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) Regulation 39, which states: The indicated speed must never be less than the actual speed, i. e. it should not be possible to inadvertently speed because of an incorrect speedometer reading. 34

Speedometer Error O Speedometers are often inaccurate by one to Five miles an hour

Speedometer Error O Speedometers are often inaccurate by one to Five miles an hour for a number of reasons ranging from tire size and wear to irregular calibration at the factory, to aftermarket modifications. O Speedometer Error of up to 10% is not unheard of. 35

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Speedometer Error O In other words, your speedometer may be telling a “fib” in

Speedometer Error O In other words, your speedometer may be telling a “fib” in order to prevent you from speeding. O Many of our Ride Captains make use of GPS for setting the pace. GPS units will report driving speeds with errors down to about 0. 1 to 0. 5 MPH. A GPS using Ride Captain may appear to be riding faster than the posted limit according our speedo. 37

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Sweep - the “Mother Hen” O This job is to ensure everyone else in

Sweep - the “Mother Hen” O This job is to ensure everyone else in the group ride arrives at the destination safely. O Having at least a basic amount of Accident Scene Management and/or mechanical experience and tools is a plus, so field repairs may be made if necessary. 39

Sweep OHelp the Captain maintain the group OMove into the left/passing lane to let

Sweep OHelp the Captain maintain the group OMove into the left/passing lane to let all the group members pass a slower vehicle. OWhen the Captain sees this, they can initiate the pass ONLY when there is enough room for the entire group to pass. OCaptain should allow enough space after passing for the entire group to enter back into the right lane 40

Sweep O Stop to help members of your group who pull off to the

Sweep O Stop to help members of your group who pull off to the side of the road, or have any other type of accident. O Go back and find members of your group who have become lost/miss a turn. This is why you know the route, have a map and your ride captain’s phone number : ) 41

Ride your OWN RIDE ODo not get sucked in by other riders riding ahead

Ride your OWN RIDE ODo not get sucked in by other riders riding ahead of you, as you know your capabilities and do not know theirs! ODo not assign responsibility to your ride captain or others in the group for your carelessness and naive indifference to your own riding safety. 42

MOST OF ALL, ENJOY!!! 43

MOST OF ALL, ENJOY!!! 43