A motorcycle intercom is a device that allows riders to communicate with each other while riding. The device consists of a microphone, a speaker, and a wireless connection that enables communication between the riders. Some intercoms even allow for connection to a phone, GPS or music player.
Wired Radios
These systems run on FM, FRS or GMRS frequencies. The radio is typically wired to the helmet, which allows you to speak and listen without taking your hands off the wheel, but you'll need to connect the wires before you hop on your bike. The system is usually permanently wired to the bike.
There are four types of radio technologies used in the U.S. for motorcycle intercoms. They are GMRS, FRS, FM, and Bluetooth (which may use other technologies to extend range). Frequency Modulation (FM) radio is similar to the FM radio you listen to, but for motorcycle intercoms a narrower frequency is used.
The "Biker Wave", the greeting between motorcyclists, is well known to us: it is a gesture of recognition, of friendship, which we do because we are part of a community, accomplices even without knowing each other. The basic concept is "Hello two-wheeled brother.
Before a group ride, riders must understand the signals of hand gestures, so that riders can communicate with each other without using language during the ride. The most common hand signals are left or right turn signals. To signal a left turn, riders should extend their left arm and point it straight to the left.
Well the quick answer is it's a simple acknowledgement between bikers whilst riding and to say “Hello brother (or sister), stay safe on the roads.”, although there is a bit more to it.
It's simply a way of showing camaraderie with other riders. A wave or nod is our special way of saying hello and showing solidarity. Motorcyclists are often outnumbered on the road, so it's nice when riders show that we have each other's backs.
Biker Code Hand Signals: Indicate To Turn Right
In the image below, you can see that the biker code hand signal for a right turn is to hold your left fist up with your arm at a 90-degree angle.
It's simply a way of showing camaraderie with other riders. A wave or nod is our special way of saying hello and showing solidarity. Motorcyclists are often outnumbered on the road, so it's nice when riders show that we have each other's backs.
Pee at the side of the road
It's also common practice for the cross-legged individual to make their way to the front of the peloton before stopping off, to give themselves the longest possible window during which to empty their bladder.
Hold the Rider around His Waist: If you have to hold the rider, then wrap your arms around his waist while making sure that you aren't holding too tight so as to make it uncomfortable for the rider. Alternatively, you can also gently hold the waist at either sides if it's a slow and nice ride.
Bicycle messengers (also known as bike or cycle couriers) are people who work for courier companies (also known as messenger companies) carrying and delivering items by bicycle. Bicycle messengers are most often found in the central business districts of metropolitan areas.
High Beams On—When a rider taps their head, it is usually to indicate that high beams are on. In some groups, it can be used to mean that there are cops ahead. Debris on Road—If a rider shakes his leg, it is usually meant to tell the riders behind him that there is debris coming up ahead on that side of the road.
If you're riding along the road and see your fellow motorcycle riders tapping the top of their helmets as they pass you in the opposite direction, slow down and be cautious. In most of the U.S., this is a warning that the police are nearby.
Motorcyclists, while riding a bike when encountered by other bikers coming from the opposite direction, point out their index and middle finger of their left hand towards the ground. This is a way of expressing respect towards the other motorcyclist. It's our way of saying, “Hello!
The classic Biker Wave is very simple. Release the left hand from the handlebar and open the arm downwards, with the index and middle fingers open in a V.
“Keep the rubber side down”: A common way to say goodbye to another rider. Basically, it means to stay safe (the “rubber side” being the tires).
When we hang off we effectively move the centre of gravity closer to the ground and towards the inside of the corner which, for a given speed, requires less roll angle to balance out these forces. This allows the motorcycle to remain more vertical and on the fatter part of the tire giving us more grip.
In short, leaning the bike allows there to be a gravitational torque to balance the torque from the fake force. Leaning prevents you from falling over. I know that seems strange, but it's true.