Motorcycle Hand Signals And What They Mean

Ever see a motorcycle rider in front of you form a hand sign and not know what it means? Don't worry, you're not alone. Motorcyclists have an entire language of hand signs they form while on the road. These hand signs help communicate information effectively and quickly to other riders and individuals who are riding in cars. While forming hand signs to communicate effectively isn't as prevalent nowadays, mainly due to Bluetooth technology. A large population of riders still rely on hand signals to communicate with other individuals on the road. Below you with find an infographic of all the hand signs and what they mean.

Motorcycle hand signals infographicMemorizing these graphics will help you and others on the road better understand a rider's hand sign if the moment occurs. Having a Bluetooth system at your disposal is also another option and a safer alternative since you can communicate without the need to move your hands. For more resources on motorcycle information, visit hupy.com and Behind the Handlebars for event videos at www.youtube.com/hupyandabrahamsc.

In the event that you or a loved one has been hurt in a motorcycle crash, the experienced attorneys of Hupy and Abraham may be able to help you. We will go above and beyond the call of duty to ensure that you are treated fairly, provide you with the personal attention that you deserve and use our experience of helping more than 4,000 injured riders make successful recoveries. Our personal injury law firm is the largest in the Midwest, with offices located in Wisconsin, Illinois and Iowa. Our motorcycle attorneys have secured a number of motorcycle settlements in excess of a million dollars.

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