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CLEARWATER BIKER MOTORCYCLE CLUB
Riding Rules 01/19/2008
1. CLEARWATER BIKER TAKE SAFETY SERIOUSLY!!!
The purpose of the club is to promote riding and all the fun that it provides. However, the club and all of its members and guests recognize the danger inherent in motorcycles. A club tenet is that safety rules allow maximum fun while minimizing danger.
2. Road Captain:
The road captain has the unchallengeable right to terminate a rider’s participation in a given ride or event for reasons of club safety or image. S/he also has the unchallengeable right to direct the ride or to terminate the ride if conditions warrant.
3. Order of riders and passing other riders.
We all have different skills and ride at different speeds. Riders need to sort themselves according to speed with the faster riders in front. The Road Captain or ride leader will stop from time to time to allow regrouping. Riding this way will provide the most fun and best safety for all riders. It is especially important not to pass when riding slow since this often occurs when the group is searching for a turn or stop and quick changes of direction may be required. The general rule is: Do Not Pass Other Riders when in formation on roads that speed limit is under 45 mph. Don't go flying by someone at high speed in the same lane as they are in unless they have waved you by.
4. RIDING YOUR OWN ROAD:
All CLEARWATER BIKERS are urged to ride at a pace where they are comfortable. Exceeding your personal limits in turning or passing for the sake of keeping up with the rider in front of you is a recipe for disaster. Clearwater Biker ride as a group, but more importantly as a group of individuals. Know and be comfortable with your own personal limits, and choose your spot in the group accordingly. All riders will be welcomed and respected as fellow Clearwater Bikers regardless of their chosen pace, provided they are not a danger to themselves or others.
5. FORMATION:
When riding on multilane roads, we will use the formation of the Road Captain or ride leader riding in the left side of the lane, the next on the right and so on. The reason is that this maximizes stopping room, maneuvering room and line of sight thus improving safety. Formation is especially important when trying to stay together.
6. FOLLOWING DISTANCES:
The distance a rider maintains between his bike and the bike in front must never be less than what is comfortable for the rider and the rider in front. No rider should ever ride closer than s/he feels comfortable. Furthermore, if a rider feels that the following rider is too close, s/he is expected to inform the following rider who must respect the request to keep a greater distance. A hand signal of left arm down with palm facing the rear in a pushing action will be used to request a following rider to keep a greater distance. This request must be honored.
7. Passing:.
Generally, the Ride Leader will not pass cars on roads with a single lane in each direction unless absolutely necessary. However, cars may enter the road separating riders. If this happens and a rider wants to pass to rejoin the riders in front, this must be done safely. The most obvious example of unsafe passing is when the road ahead cannot be seen far enough to complete the pass if a car appears in the opposite lane at the most critical time. Our CLEARWATER BIKER Motorcycle Club prohibits playing odds – even on lightly traveled roads. Passing on a hill or a blind curve (whether marked by double yellow or not) is strictly forbidden and doing so is grounds for being asked to leave the ride. There are times that the ability of a motorcycle to accelerate quickly allows safe passing which would not be possible for a car but never overestimate the ability of the bike.
8. Changing lanes and going threw turns:
go to the far side of the lane so someone else can also change lanes; if you are on the left side of the right lane, when you move to the left lane, go all the way to the left side of the lane. When coming to a turn on a regular road, drop into a single file line. Do not go into a turn two at a time. When you're on a twisty road with a group, ride in a single file line in a staggered formation and DO NOT ride above your skill level! The lead rider will always wait at the end of the road for everyone and usually do a head count to make sure no one went down. Don‘t worry, we will wait for you at the end of the rode.
9. When decelerating:
always apply or flicker your brakes a couple of times so that the bikes behind you know you are slowing down. Do not just roll off the throttle, specially at high speeds.
10. CRITICISM OF OTHER RIDERS:
This needs always to be kept to a minimum. However, if anyone observes another rider making dangerous moves or riding at a speed above his/her skill, s/he is obligated to mention this both to the rider (in a constructive and supportive fashion) and to the Road Captain. Criticisms can be difficult but must be made when safety is an issue. Once made, the subject should be dropped and not brought up again with the offending rider. Mutual respect is key to a good club and a good ride.
11. LEAVING THE GROUP:
If a rider has plans to leave the group before completion of the ride, this must be explained in advance to the Ride Leader.
12. GAS STOPS:
Know your machine's cruising range. Running out of gas or making gas stops with large groups is time consuming. Riders should arrive with a full tank. Unless your bike has enough fuel for another 100 miles, top up at any gas stop.
13. BIKE MAINTENANCE:
Maintain it carefully; this is considered a must. One failed check for loose wires, shorts, dead batteries, or worn tires, 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. Generally other riders appreciate problems being pointed out but be diplomatic.
14. PROTECTIVE RIDING APPAREL:
Our club strongly urges wearing proper protective gear. Of course, helmets are a must!! Any club member or guest will be able to get much advice on what is the best protective gear by asking any regular rider. However, it must be kept in mind that protective gear does not make a rider safe - but rather less unsafe.
15. STUNTING:
It is against the law to stunt on public roads in Florida. If you decide to stunt, make sure it is ok with the group. Do not put yourself or others in danger.
16. POINTS OF COMMON SENSE:
a) Anticipate your next move and those of the group.
b) We are all aware of the need for traffic laws and regulations. Let us exercise caution at all times and try to obey the law as much as possible.
c) With regard to remaining alert, as one of a group, you must remember that the Road Captain or ride leader will from time to time give a signal to execute a maneuver (pass a 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 is then expected to execute the maneuver safely and smoothly.
d) If a road hazard is observed, point to it as you pass so other riders can avoid the hazard. Such information should be passed down the line.
17. UNIVERSAL HAND SIGNALS:
A must know for riding in any group.
A. hand tapping top of helmet: LEO is around.
B. Pointing to the ground with hand or foot: Something in the road that may be a hazard.
C. Left arm extended and bent 90 degrees with closed fist moving in a circular motion: We are about to make a final turn in and stop.
D. Left Arm extended and bent 90 degrees with open hand: Right turn.
E. Left arm straight out: Left turn.
F. Left arm extended out and slightly waving up and down with open hand: slow down or possible stop.
G. Someone flashing all five fingers of one hand at you: you forgot to turn off your blinker.
H. One leg extended to side of bike: That person is about to change lanes in that direction. It’s better to use these when riding hard. When riding soft use blinkers.
I. Pointing to the gas tank: I need gas.
SEE THIS WEB PAGE http://www.clearwaterbiker.com/ridingrules.htm (http://www.clearwaterbiker.com/ridingrules.htm)
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CLEARWATER BIKER MOTORCYCLE CLUB
Riding Rules 01/19/2008
1. CLEARWATER BIKER TAKE SAFETY SERIOUSLY!!!
The purpose of the club is to promote riding and all the fun that it provides. However, the club and all of its members and guests recognize the danger inherent in motorcycles. A club tenet is that safety rules allow maximum fun while minimizing danger.
2. Road Captain:
The road captain has the unchallengeable right to terminate a rider’s participation in a given ride or event for reasons of club safety or image. S/he also has the unchallengeable right to direct the ride or to terminate the ride if conditions warrant.
3. Order of riders and passing other riders.
We all have different skills and ride at different speeds. Riders need to sort themselves according to speed with the faster riders in front. The Road Captain or ride leader will stop from time to time to allow regrouping. Riding this way will provide the most fun and best safety for all riders. It is especially important not to pass when riding slow since this often occurs when the group is searching for a turn or stop and quick changes of direction may be required. The general rule is: Do Not Pass Other Riders when in formation on roads that speed limit is under 45 mph. Don't go flying by someone at high speed in the same lane as they are in unless they have waved you by.
4. RIDING YOUR OWN ROAD:
All CLEARWATER BIKERS are urged to ride at a pace where they are comfortable. Exceeding your personal limits in turning or passing for the sake of keeping up with the rider in front of you is a recipe for disaster. Clearwater Biker ride as a group, but more importantly as a group of individuals. Know and be comfortable with your own personal limits, and choose your spot in the group accordingly. All riders will be welcomed and respected as fellow Clearwater Bikers regardless of their chosen pace, provided they are not a danger to themselves or others.
5. FORMATION:
When riding on multilane roads, we will use the formation of the Road Captain or ride leader riding in the left side of the lane, the next on the right and so on. The reason is that this maximizes stopping room, maneuvering room and line of sight thus improving safety. Formation is especially important when trying to stay together.
6. FOLLOWING DISTANCES:
The distance a rider maintains between his bike and the bike in front must never be less than what is comfortable for the rider and the rider in front. No rider should ever ride closer than s/he feels comfortable. Furthermore, if a rider feels that the following rider is too close, s/he is expected to inform the following rider who must respect the request to keep a greater distance. A hand signal of left arm down with palm facing the rear in a pushing action will be used to request a following rider to keep a greater distance. This request must be honored.
7. Passing:.
Generally, the Ride Leader will not pass cars on roads with a single lane in each direction unless absolutely necessary. However, cars may enter the road separating riders. If this happens and a rider wants to pass to rejoin the riders in front, this must be done safely. The most obvious example of unsafe passing is when the road ahead cannot be seen far enough to complete the pass if a car appears in the opposite lane at the most critical time. Our CLEARWATER BIKER Motorcycle Club prohibits playing odds – even on lightly traveled roads. Passing on a hill or a blind curve (whether marked by double yellow or not) is strictly forbidden and doing so is grounds for being asked to leave the ride. There are times that the ability of a motorcycle to accelerate quickly allows safe passing which would not be possible for a car but never overestimate the ability of the bike.
8. Changing lanes and going threw turns:
go to the far side of the lane so someone else can also change lanes; if you are on the left side of the right lane, when you move to the left lane, go all the way to the left side of the lane. When coming to a turn on a regular road, drop into a single file line. Do not go into a turn two at a time. When you're on a twisty road with a group, ride in a single file line in a staggered formation and DO NOT ride above your skill level! The lead rider will always wait at the end of the road for everyone and usually do a head count to make sure no one went down. Don‘t worry, we will wait for you at the end of the rode.
9. When decelerating:
always apply or flicker your brakes a couple of times so that the bikes behind you know you are slowing down. Do not just roll off the throttle, specially at high speeds.
10. CRITICISM OF OTHER RIDERS:
This needs always to be kept to a minimum. However, if anyone observes another rider making dangerous moves or riding at a speed above his/her skill, s/he is obligated to mention this both to the rider (in a constructive and supportive fashion) and to the Road Captain. Criticisms can be difficult but must be made when safety is an issue. Once made, the subject should be dropped and not brought up again with the offending rider. Mutual respect is key to a good club and a good ride.
11. LEAVING THE GROUP:
If a rider has plans to leave the group before completion of the ride, this must be explained in advance to the Ride Leader.
12. GAS STOPS:
Know your machine's cruising range. Running out of gas or making gas stops with large groups is time consuming. Riders should arrive with a full tank. Unless your bike has enough fuel for another 100 miles, top up at any gas stop.
13. BIKE MAINTENANCE:
Maintain it carefully; this is considered a must. One failed check for loose wires, shorts, dead batteries, or worn tires, 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. Generally other riders appreciate problems being pointed out but be diplomatic.
14. PROTECTIVE RIDING APPAREL:
Our club strongly urges wearing proper protective gear. Of course, helmets are a must!! Any club member or guest will be able to get much advice on what is the best protective gear by asking any regular rider. However, it must be kept in mind that protective gear does not make a rider safe - but rather less unsafe.
15. STUNTING:
It is against the law to stunt on public roads in Florida. If you decide to stunt, make sure it is ok with the group. Do not put yourself or others in danger.
16. POINTS OF COMMON SENSE:
a) Anticipate your next move and those of the group.
b) We are all aware of the need for traffic laws and regulations. Let us exercise caution at all times and try to obey the law as much as possible.
c) With regard to remaining alert, as one of a group, you must remember that the Road Captain or ride leader will from time to time give a signal to execute a maneuver (pass a 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 is then expected to execute the maneuver safely and smoothly.
d) If a road hazard is observed, point to it as you pass so other riders can avoid the hazard. Such information should be passed down the line.
17. UNIVERSAL HAND SIGNALS:
A must know for riding in any group.
A. hand tapping top of helmet: LEO is around.
B. Pointing to the ground with hand or foot: Something in the road that may be a hazard.
C. Left arm extended and bent 90 degrees with closed fist moving in a circular motion: We are about to make a final turn in and stop.
D. Left Arm extended and bent 90 degrees with open hand: Right turn.
E. Left arm straight out: Left turn.
F. Left arm extended out and slightly waving up and down with open hand: slow down or possible stop.
G. Someone flashing all five fingers of one hand at you: you forgot to turn off your blinker.
H. One leg extended to side of bike: That person is about to change lanes in that direction. It’s better to use these when riding hard. When riding soft use blinkers.
I. Pointing to the gas tank: I need gas.
SEE THIS WEB PAGE http://www.clearwaterbiker.com/ridingrules.htm (http://www.clearwaterbiker.com/ridingrules.htm)
