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BMWMOGA Group Riding Group
riding,
such as club rides, is one of the reasons we exist as a group.
When done correctly, it can significantly enhance the motorcycling
experience. If not, the
opposite effect occurs. These
guidelines, over time, have proven to be very effective, allowing people
of different riding styles and skill levels to ride together. Before riding in a group ride, please familiarize yourself with the
information below: Ride Options Option
1: Ride within a staggered formation at the ride leader's pace WITHIN
Club Ride Guidelines. Riders
will follow the ride leader's planned route. Riders are free to peel off
at any point after letting the ride leader know. Option
2: Ride outside of the staggered formation at your own pace OUTSIDE OF
Club Ride Guidelines.
Riders will be on their own and determine at what points they would like
to hook up with the club ride for meals, camaraderie and friendship. Ride Guidelines
Ride
your own ride at your own pace and skill level.
Don't be influenced by others who may be riding faster or
differently than you feel safe or comfortable with. Use
good judgement when deciding to ride.
Don't ride impaired by drugs, alcohol or fatigue.
Beware that some prescription drugs can adversely affect your
riding ability. Every
club ride has a ride leader and pre-ride meeting.
The ride leader typically plans the ride, provides route
instructions, conducts a pre-ride meeting, explains the guidelines and
oversees the ride. Groups
of six or more may have a sweep. It
is recommended for groups of six or more that there should be a sweep. A
sweep can volunteer or be appointed by the ride leader. Groups
larger than eight may be divided into smaller groups.
The ride leader will appoint a ride leader for each additional
group who knows the route and the planned stops. Keep
your tank full. Take
advantage of stops by keeping your tank full. As a general rule, we will
average about 100 miles or less between stops. Intervals may vary by ride.
Do
not ride side by side or tailgate.
Maintain a safe following distance of about a two to three second
interval between your bike and the bike or vehicle in front of you. Ride
smoothly.
Do not make sudden, unneeded moves, line changes, or braking
actions. Wait
at turns if the bike behind you is not visible.
At every turn ensure that the bike behind you sees you turning, and
if not, wait at the turn. Riders should have confidence that the bike in
front of you will be waiting at the next turn, even if not always visible
along the route. Keep
passing to a minimum.
Signal your intention, use discretion and take care. No passing the ride leader without prior agreement. Do not pass the ride leader unless it has been agreed to at the beginning of the ride or at the last rest stop. The ride leader will then inform the group of the individual's intent to pass and the approximate location. Don't leave the group without letting someone know. Riders will come looking for you if you don't show up at the next turn. |