Standard Hand Signals
These signals will not cover every communication need, but they should fill in a lot of gaps. Remember these signals must be seen to be understood. When the Road Captain displays a signal it is up to everyone in the group to pass it back to the riders behind them, this can be relayed by the rider or the passenger.
 


 
START ENGINES
With your right arm extended , move your index finger in a circular motion.

LEFT TURN
Raise your left arm horizontal with your elbow fully extended.

RIGHT TURN
Raise your left arm horizontal with your elbow bent 90 degrees vertically.		 HAZARD LEFT
Extend your left arm at a 45 degree angle and point towards the hazard.
HAZARD RIGHT
Extend your left arm upward at a 45 degree angle with your elbow bent to 90 degrees and point towards the hazard over your head.		 SPEED UP
Raise your left arm up and down with your index finger extended upward. This indicates the leader wants to speed up.
SLOW DOWN
Extend your arm at a 45 degree angle and move your hand up and down.		 STOP
Extend your left arm at a 45 degree angle with the palm of your hand facing rearward.
 
SINGLE FILE
Position your left hand over your head with your index finger extended upward.		 STAGGERED FORMATION
Extend your left arm upward at a 45 degree angle with your index and pinkie fingers extended.
These are some of the most commonly used signals we use on a group ride. The Road Captain in charge of the ride will brief the group on all the hand signals prior to leaving. Please plan to be at the designated starting location early with a full tank of gas so we can all be briefed together.