Group Riding Hand Signals

 

These signals will not cover every communication situation, but they cover the most common.  Remember, for these signals to work, they must be seen and understood.  When the Lead Road Captain displays a signal it is up to everyone in the group to pass it back to the riders behind them.
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 fully extended.		 Hazard Left
Extend your left arm at a 45 degree angle and point towards the hazard.
Hazard Right
Extend your right leg at a 45 degree downward angle to signal then hazard.		 Slow Down
Extend your arm at a 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
With your left arm extended, your index finger pointed upward.
Staggared Formation
Extend your left arm upward at a 45 degree angle with your index finger and pinky fingers extended.