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BigD · 05-19-2006, 12:16 AM

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Originally Posted by kwc50

I think the editor of the Rider Etiquette page (http://www.njmc.org/etiquette/) should have exercised a few more brain cells -- look at the illustration for "Hazzard Right A" (or is my bike missing some kind of gizmo

)

It's quite simple and you don't need to use too much grey matter to figure it out.
You notice that two options were illustrated. "A" If you are on a straight section of road and see a hazard to the right, pull in the clutch and point to the hazard to warn the other riders behind you. If you have to stay on the gas then use method "B", pointing over the head.
Another good way to point out hazards is with your foot. This way works well in the twisties.
I think plenty of brain cells were used while making the "Rider Etiquette" web page. The information provided was, is, and will be a very helpful tool to help promote a safer environment for everyone while riding in a group.

SNAFU · 05-19-2006, 12:27 AM

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Originally Posted by viper94bite

in NE they say no more then 2 abreast in a single lane.

What if it's two Female Riders?

merlot · 05-19-2006, 12:37 AM

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Originally Posted by SNAFU

What if it's two Female Riders?

Then they have to ride shirtless!

leenmachine · 05-19-2006, 07:12 AM

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Mr.Miyagi · 05-19-2006, 08:33 AM

Over here if you tap your head and rub your tummy at the same time it's a sign of intelligunce....now where'd i put that damn banjo.......

**Louis** · 05-19-2006, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by viper94bite

thats what i've heard is that is the signal for cop.

Me too

Waltamighty · 05-19-2006, 10:41 PM

I dont care what you say, if i see somebody what has got there head on fire im gonna tap my helmet at them!!!!!!

lil_lissa · 05-19-2006, 11:26 PM

so is there a cool way to wave at other bikers???

BigD · 05-19-2006, 11:43 PM

The Question;

Quote:

Originally Posted by lil_lissa

so is there a cool way to wave at other bikers???

The Answer;

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Originally Posted by gar4mayor

I usually wave both hands frantically and scream like a little girl. Think I'll start doing that helmet tap from now on.

dragbar · 05-20-2006, 01:28 AM

Hey Rob,

Sharing lanes is not Illegal in Missouri. In fact it's not outlined anywhere in Missouri Blue book (State statues).

chrisan · 05-20-2006, 01:28 AM

it's a sighn for 'cops down the road' around here.

KatanaBob · 05-20-2006, 04:21 AM

Interesting, only thing I use is my favorite finger to all the crappy drivers, the gun low wave, and turnsignal pointing combined with favorite finger for those who don't know how to use turnsignals and try to hit me.
Oh and yes I wave at cops, sept that one that followed me home *lesigh*

SNAFU · 05-20-2006, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by lil_lissa

so is there a cool way to wave at other bikers???

http://www.motorcycle-journal.com/fo...ad.php?t=14516

I get other riders doing this to me

lil_lissa · 05-20-2006, 11:33 AM

oh man, when i wave at other bikers, they're gunna laugh at me cuz i'm not gunan do it the cool way... how can i possibly wave frantically with both hands when i'mjust learning how to ride?!?!?!

bajaraider · 05-24-2006, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by lil_lissa

oh man, when i wave at other bikers, they're gunna laugh at me cuz i'm not gunan do it the cool way... how can i possibly wave frantically with both hands when i'mjust learning how to ride?!?!?!

Practice makes perfect.

Pinhy · 05-24-2006, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by sunny

they always wave back at me.

me too...guess im cute ??

haha

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sunny · 05-25-2006, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Pinhy

me too...guess im cute ??

haha

.

prove it?

i know i'm not cute. so i think they are just friendly out here.

BlueMax · 05-25-2006, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by lil_lissa

so is there a cool way to wave at other bikers???

Yes, just wave. It is so good to know that at least one other person on the road knows that you are there.

Good luck and safe riding,
Blue Max

triplesecman · 05-25-2006, 07:14 PM

We've always used the "tap on the helmet" to signify there are 5-0 up ahead.

blackie1491 · 05-25-2006, 08:21 PM

05-19-2006, 07:12 AM	#44 (permalink)
leenmachine Fender Buffer Joined: May 2005 Bike: 05 C50 Location: Woodbridge, VA Posts: 422	. __________________ "Life is too short to be %%%%ty all the time!"

05-19-2006, 08:33 AM	#45 (permalink)
Mr.Miyagi In Training Joined: Jul 2005 Bike: 2005 Suzuki M50 Black Location: Australia Posts: 119	Over here if you tap your head and rub your tummy at the same time it's a sign of intelligunce....now where'd i put that damn banjo....... __________________ *Mr.Miyagi*

05-19-2006, 11:26 PM	#48 (permalink)
lil_lissa Seat Tester Joined: May 2006 Bike: is coming soon!! Location: Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Posts: 88	so is there a cool way to wave at other bikers??? __________________ Melissa \| 2004 Suzuki GS500f

05-20-2006, 01:28 AM	#50 (permalink)
dragbar Fifth gear streak Joined: May 2005 Bike: M50 Location: SE Missouri Posts: 1,375	Hey Rob, Sharing lanes is not Illegal in Missouri. In fact it's not outlined anywhere in Missouri Blue book (State statues). __________________ I ate Chinese last night..........should of seen her struggle when i put her in the van. Доверя́й, но проверя́й.

05-20-2006, 01:28 AM	#51 (permalink)
chrisan Found second gear by accident Joined: Aug 2004 Bike: suzuki bandit 400/ gsxr 600 k4/ gsxr 750 k7 Location: L.A. Posts: 340	it's a sighn for 'cops down the road' around here. __________________ gsxr 600 k4 yellow gsxr 750 k7 silver

05-19-2006, 10:41 PM	#47 (permalink)
Waltamighty In Training Joined: May 2006 Bike: 05 Blue M50 Location: South East Texas Posts: 113	I dont care what you say, if i see somebody what has got there head on fire im gonna tap my helmet at them!!!!!!

05-20-2006, 04:21 AM	#52 (permalink)
KatanaBob In Training Joined: Apr 2006 Bike: 2001 Katana Location: Lansing, MI Posts: 146	Interesting, only thing I use is my favorite finger to all the crappy drivers, the gun low wave, and turnsignal pointing combined with favorite finger for those who don't know how to use turnsignals and try to hit me. Oh and yes I wave at cops, sept that one that followed me home lesigh __________________ Life is my only exscuse.

05-20-2006, 11:33 AM	#54 (permalink)
lil_lissa Seat Tester Joined: May 2006 Bike: is coming soon!! Location: Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Posts: 88	oh man, when i wave at other bikers, they're gunna laugh at me cuz i'm not gunan do it the cool way... how can i possibly wave frantically with both hands when i'mjust learning how to ride?!?!?! __________________ Melissa \| 2004 Suzuki GS500f

05-25-2006, 07:14 PM	#59 (permalink)
triplesecman Where Am I ? Joined: May 2006 Bike: 2004 Kawi EX500 Location: Lubbock, TX Posts: 37	We've always used the "tap on the helmet" to signify there are 5-0 up ahead. __________________ Hear me sing at: http://www.myspace.com/garretthopp

05-25-2006, 08:21 PM	#60 (permalink)
blackie1491 I took the All Bran Challenge Joined: Jun 2005 Bike: C50SE Location: Aldergrove, B.C., Canada Posts: 7,332

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