Whether you're a seasoned motorcycle group rider or just beginning, it's always a good idea to brush up on motorcycle group hand signals. A lot can happen out on the open road so being able to communicate with your follow riders is important for everyone's safety.

Below is a graphic that displays the different hand signals and their meaning. Of course there are a few variations depending on where and who you learn them from. Always be sure that all your riders follow and understand the same signals before taking off for your ride.

(Image: Motorcycle Safety Month-Motorcycle Group Riding Signals, Mark Prociw, motorcycle.com).