I need to learn how to wave!

DJK · 05-07-2011, 06:54 PM

I was out riding today and went by my first motorcycle and he did "the wave". I tried to do it back, but I know it didn't look too good! Any tips or suggestions? Thanks.

music man · 05-07-2011, 08:33 PM

Yeah, don't wreck!!! LOL. Seriously, if you haven't been riding very long, the best thing to do is nod your head in response to the wave. Newbie inexperience+hand wave=Hospital stay and/or death.

Get used to riding and the bike your riding on, and then worry about looking cool and being nice and waving at other bikers.

5th_bike · 05-07-2011, 09:12 PM

:popcorn: well one tip, just stretch your arm to where his front wheel is going and you're set. Then, you could - a) point index finger or - b) stretch entire hand. Not necessary to make any waving motion. Hand down, hand back on the steering, that's it.

:rawk: :cool: :biggrin:

alanmcorcoran · 05-08-2011, 12:25 AM

If you have passed LEO's on the way and he's heading to whence you came, tap your (clutch) hand to the top of your helmet.

Simplest wave is to simply drop your clutch hand and give a sideways peace sign at about knee level.

Water Warrior 2 · 05-08-2011, 01:03 AM

A word of caution. Never never just throw your arm out to say Hi. The wind will try to remove your arm or tear you off the bike. I did that on the highway and almost had a major mishap.

cayuse · 05-08-2011, 03:05 AM

All good advice. Above all be safe. If you're busy with the clutch or negotiating traffic or something, just nod. Don't sweat the details, if you move your hand at all off the grip the other rider will notice, and it's all good.

geezer · 05-08-2011, 10:44 PM

about the cop thing, you wont need to worry about speeding on your gz at least! :biggrin:

mole2 · 05-09-2011, 04:50 AM

Put your clutch hand out and down by your hip and give the peace sign. But really it's not important how you wave...just acknowledge a fellow two wheel rider with a nod or by hand. Ride safe.

alantf · 05-09-2011, 05:01 AM

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Originally Posted by geezer

about the cop thing, you wont need to worry about speeding on your gz at least! :biggrin:

Mmmmmmmmmmm ..... Coupla years ago, I got a €100 ($150?) fine for going 6 MPH over the limit. Passed a hidden police car with a radar gun. They sure love those money making rackets. Although I hear they're not so nasty in America.

mole2 · 05-10-2011, 03:33 AM

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Originally Posted by alantf

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Originally Posted by geezer

about the cop thing, you wont need to worry about speeding on your gz at least! :biggrin:

Mmmmmmmmmmm ..... Coupla years ago, I got a €100 ($150?) fine for going 6 MPH over the limit. Passed a hidden police car with a radar gun. They sure love those money making rackets. Although I hear they're not so nasty in America.

Well, now they're putting cameras out everywhere and snagging you for every little violation. Send you a picture and a fine in the mail. Neat, huh?

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DJK Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Scandia,MN Posts: 15	I need to learn how to wave! I was out riding today and went by my first motorcycle and he did "the wave". I tried to do it back, but I know it didn't look too good! Any tips or suggestions? Thanks. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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music man Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Hot Springs Arkansas Posts: 1,127	Re: I need to learn how to wave! Yeah, don't wreck!!! LOL. Seriously, if you haven't been riding very long, the best thing to do is nod your head in response to the wave. Newbie inexperience+hand wave=Hospital stay and/or death. Get used to riding and the bike your riding on, and then worry about looking cool and being nice and waving at other bikers. __________________ "Tell me what kind of wreck you're going to have and I'll tell you what type of helmet you need." [Author Unknown]
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5th_bike Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: HoCo, Maryland Posts: 1,349	Re: I need to learn how to wave! :popcorn: well one tip, just stretch your arm to where his front wheel is going and you're set. Then, you could - a) point index finger or - b) stretch entire hand. Not necessary to make any waving motion. Hand down, hand back on the steering, that's it. :rawk: :cool: :biggrin: __________________ 2005 "Saturn Black", stock + tach Login or Register to Remove Ads
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alanmcorcoran Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Anaheim, CA Posts: 2,926	Re: I need to learn how to wave! If you have passed LEO's on the way and he's heading to whence you came, tap your (clutch) hand to the top of your helmet. Simplest wave is to simply drop your clutch hand and give a sideways peace sign at about knee level. __________________ [hr:5yt6ldkq][/hr:5yt6ldkq] http://alanmarkcorcoran.com Motorcycles, Music, Musings and More…
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Water Warrior 2 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Squamish B.C Canada Posts: 11,409	Re: I need to learn how to wave! A word of caution. Never never just throw your arm out to say Hi. The wind will try to remove your arm or tear you off the bike. I did that on the highway and almost had a major mishap. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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cayuse Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Abbotsford, BC Posts: 444	Re: I need to learn how to wave! All good advice. Above all be safe. If you're busy with the clutch or negotiating traffic or something, just nod. Don't sweat the details, if you move your hand at all off the grip the other rider will notice, and it's all good. __________________ Lovin' every minute of it. 2005 GZ250 (sold after 26000km) 2013 CB500XA
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geezer Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: dahlonega GA Posts: 563	Re: I need to learn how to wave! about the cop thing, you wont need to worry about speeding on your gz at least! :biggrin: __________________ 99 gz 250 and a currently dismantled fzr 1000
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mole2 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Longs, SC Posts: 1,469	Re: I need to learn how to wave! Put your clutch hand out and down by your hip and give the peace sign. But really it's not important how you wave...just acknowledge a fellow two wheel rider with a nod or by hand. Ride safe. __________________ 2009 V-Star 650 Silverado Pearl White 2007 Suzuki GZ250 Black (sold)
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