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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.
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