Mass Rides
What are mass rides?
This is a term used when a bunch of motorcyclists get together to ride for a cause. These causes can vary from attending a funeral and showing last respects to a fellow biker, doing a ride for charity e.g., toys, collecting blankets or just a general fund raiser or a ride against something negative like abuse, bullying and also creating awareness.
Hand Signals
Stop
Slow Down
Slow Down
This hand signal is often used in bigger groups of riding. It means you would need to come to a complete stop. It will be easier, safer and more efficient for all road users if you come to a complete stop instead of just slowing down.
Slow Down
Slow Down
Slow Down
This hand means you would need to come to a slow down and remain at a slow and steady speed until all riders have passed.
Move Over
Slow Down
Move Over
This signal means you would need to move over in order for a group of riders to pass by in an easier, safer and more efficient manner. Left arm extended means move to the left Right arm extended means move to the right.
Turning into a main road.
Remember because of a motorcycle being a small vehicle it might look far and slower than normal, in reality that motorcycle might be traveling at speed and is already closer than you think. Take a couple of seconds out of your day and look another time just to be sure.
A motorcycle would like to pass you.
A motorcycle will Stick to a side indication if they would like to pass or not. E.g. if they are behind a car in the fast lane they’ll stick to the right of the car if they would like to remain behind the vehicle and move to the left if they would like to overtake.
For the motorcyclists
Speed and booze do not mix . You need to also be aware of your surroundings and share the road with other whilst being safe and thinking ahead.
A side note to always think of… You are on a smaller vehicle and are not always visible be sure to take the necessary precautions to become a more visible rider.
Passing a Car
Stick to the side that will indicate your intention when traveling in the “fast lane”. E.g. you are behind a car in the fast lane stick to the right of the car if you would like to remain behind the vehicle and move to the left if you would like to overtake.