This class is for motorcyclists who want to sharpen their group riding skills and learn more about motorcycling. The objective is to provide riders with life saving skills and enhance safety.

HERE YOU WILL LEARN:

* proper hand signals when riding in a group and the etiquette of group riding.

* what hazards you should watch out for when it comes to debris, steel road plates, tar snakes, cutouts, pot holes, gravel, construction sites.

* how to position your body if you drop your bike, where your arms, legs and feet should be when it does happen.

* how to pick up your bike when you are by yourself.

* how to inspect your bike before and after every ride.

* what it takes to be a good lead road captain, sweeper, tail gunner.

* what essential tools to carry on your bike.

* how to prepare for road trips.

* what type of gear or helmets are suitable for riding.

We will discuss traffic awareness, strategies for managing judging space and time, and the importance of training and constant practice.

On the ride route, we are planning to stop at a large empty parking lot and demonstrate some techniques for lane filtering. You will be able to practice these skills on this day.

Are you a solo rider and want to start participating in group rides? Did you just buy a bike or upgrade to another bike? Are you ready and prepared to go on road trips? Do you know what road hazards to watch out for? Do you have a riding passenger who wants to learn the basics to help you when riding two-up? Do you want to prepare yourself for the upcoming big ride events like Timpanogos Fallen Officer Ride 8/18 or the Ride to Zero 8/25? Then this is the perfect moto class for you!!

For Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced riders. Anyone is welcome!

Ride/Class Time: 3-4 Hours

Registration Time: 11:00AM-11:30AM (MotoSwag bags will be handed out at class; please make sure to RSVP).

Meeting Location: Caesars Motorcycle Empire in Murray

Ride Route: TBD (Depending on weather, we will have a nice scenic ride). We will post the ride route a week before class. We will end the ride at a restaurant in SLC (TBD).

VERY LIMITED SEATING: MUST RSVP through link below...

https://secure.givelively.org/event/riderz-foundation/moto-group-ride-i-april-27-2019

VOLUNTEERS/EXPERIENCED RIDERS:

We will need some volunteers during this ride. Must be experienced in leading a big group of bikes. Please contact us at 801-542-0996 or email us at info@theriderz.foundation. Or when you RSVP, please make sure to let us know you will be volunteering.

Please make sure to check for updates on our website www.theriderz.foundation or facebook. We will keep you posted through this FB event, so make sure you mark "GOING". We will add some educational material to this event post every week so you can prepare for the upcoming class. Don't forget to check out the FB event under discussion for updates and posts of links to learn about group riding.

Our goal is to create a culture of safety minded individuals. We look forward in riding with you and helping you become a better and safe rider. Now Let's Ride!!

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