The Unspoken Code Among Riders
Decoding Motorcyclists' Secret Hand Signals: What the Yellow Cloth and Other Gestures Really Mean
Most car drivers are oblivious to the intricate signals motorcyclists use to communicate. Waves, outstretched feet, and other gestures all have meaning. According to the French site L’Internaute, a yellow cloth or ribbon tied to the handlebars isn’t a friendly greeting—it’s a silent plea for assistance.