l.) Ride in a Precise Formation as road conditions permit.
2.) Execute Signs and Turns Properly (see 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, President may suspend the member pending the lodging
of official charges against the member.
5.) Riding Positions :
a.) 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 formation in use. In the absence of the
Road Captain and the assistants, whoever the Captain appoints will ride point.
b.) 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.
c.)
Line up for a ride as follows: Road Captain, President, full color wearing members, followed by the prospective members, non-members
and bringing up the rear the assistant Road Captains and the Tail Gunner. Once you are in position keep it for the remainder of the
ride.
d.) 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.
e.)
Each member shall make it his business to know the route to be taken.
6.) Use Common Sense At All Times :
a.) Anticipate
your next move and those of the group.
b.) 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.
c.) 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 members assistance in executing the maneuver safely and smoothly will be of great assistance.
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.
Strict adherence to these guidelines
will provide for a long, successful and safe riding season.