Correct staggered formation
Road Master
Joined: Aug 2013
Posts: 941
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From: Denver, CO
Take it easy on em, guys. For many, it's all they can do just to keep the bike upright. Course, if they knew how to use the throttle better, it would stay upright all on its own...
Seriously, rode out to Devils towerr today and on the way back, we got stuck behind a group of obvious trailer queens...they would enter 60mph signed curves at...30mph. Smh.
Seriously, rode out to Devils towerr today and on the way back, we got stuck behind a group of obvious trailer queens...they would enter 60mph signed curves at...30mph. Smh.
6th Gear
Joined: Nov 2012
Posts: 14
Likes: 0
From: holland mi
I've been on too many of the organized rides like being part of a giant slinky between the guy's who know nothing and the guy's that think they know everything. I prefer to ride alone and meet you there.
Road Master
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 1,047
Likes: 55
From: Ft. Myers
I have a buddy I ride with . Great ridding partner for2. But in a group not so much . He is great with directions , but when he leads he forgets about the other people in the group .
I personally don't like to ride with more the 4 bikes . Don't like formation riding. I drive for a living . When I'm on the bike I enjoy the county roads and the slower pace.
I personally don't like to ride with more the 4 bikes . Don't like formation riding. I drive for a living . When I'm on the bike I enjoy the county roads and the slower pace.
Grand HDF Member
Joined: Jul 2012
Posts: 3,973
Likes: 911
From: Omaha
What did he say when you discussed with him his group riding style?
My guess is you didn't say anything to him.
Well if nobody corrects him how will he know that he's not doing it right.?
I don't recall reading in any driver's manual how to ride in formation.
Perhaps it's there and I just didn't see it.
It's common sense that when you're riding up front or by yourself that right of center is the best place to be but I don't recall anyone ever pointing that out to me.
I learned to ride in formation when I started riding with the Patriot Guard.
Next time you're with your buddy, hand him a beer and have a talk, he might appreciate it.
Road Captain
Joined: Jan 2009
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lot of misinformation and bad advice here. IN GENERAL the op is right. kinda.
1. why are you concerned that the driver in front of you can see you in his mirror? what difference could that make to you if you are riding with correct following distance?
2. for a motorcycle the road has three lanes, they are all the best at different times for different reasons.
3. lots of difference on how to lead depending on number of riders and familiarity with each other.
4. the firm belief that one way is always the right way (in pretty much anything) can be dangerous.( one example. if there is heavy oncoming traffic and no traffic going in your direction it is best for the lead to be far right . this offers the best line of sight to oncoming cars that may be attempting to pass.)
1. why are you concerned that the driver in front of you can see you in his mirror? what difference could that make to you if you are riding with correct following distance?
2. for a motorcycle the road has three lanes, they are all the best at different times for different reasons.
3. lots of difference on how to lead depending on number of riders and familiarity with each other.
4. the firm belief that one way is always the right way (in pretty much anything) can be dangerous.( one example. if there is heavy oncoming traffic and no traffic going in your direction it is best for the lead to be far right . this offers the best line of sight to oncoming cars that may be attempting to pass.)
Banned
Joined: Mar 2012
Posts: 11,232
Likes: 16
From: Socialist Republic of the USA
Do you actually have a legal motorcycle endorsement?
Did you pay off to get it or even read the rules of the road?
No wonder I can no longer stand to ride in groups (except PGR)....
Banned
Joined: Mar 2012
Posts: 11,232
Likes: 16
From: Socialist Republic of the USA
4. the firm belief that one way is always the right way (in pretty much anything) can be dangerous.( one example. if there is heavy oncoming traffic and no traffic going in your direction it is best for the lead to be far right . this offers the best line of sight to oncoming cars that may be attempting to pass.)
Edit: Delete.
Nah!!!!!
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