Every once in a while, somebody starts whining about
 why Harley riders don't wave back.

Before the whiners dismiss the other rider as a jerk, they
 should consider that  there is likely a very good reason they
 aren't waving back. 

TOP TEN REASONS WHY HARLEY RIDERS DON'T WAVE BACK
 10. Afraid it will invalidate warranty.
  9. Leather and studs make it too hard to raise arm.
  8. Refuses to wave to anyone whose bike is already paid for.
  7. Afraid to let go of handlebars because they might vibrate
     off.
  6. Rushing wind would blow scabs off the new tattoos.
  5. Angry because just took out a second mortgage to pay luxury
     tax on new Harley.
  4. Just discovered the fine print in the owner's manual and
     realized H-D is partially owned by those rice-burner
     manufactures.
  3. Can't tell if other riders are waving or just reaching to
     cover their ears like everyone else.
  2. Remembers the last time a Harley rider waved back, he impaled
     his hand on spiked helmet.
  1. They're jealous that after spending $30,000, they still don't
     own a Gold Wing. 

But to be totally fair, sometimes Gold wing riders don't wave back
 either. 

Again, to facilitate understanding.......

TOP TEN REASONS WHY GOLD WING RIDERS DON'T WAVE BACK.
 10. Wasn't sure whether other rider was waving or making an
     obscene gesture.
  9. Afraid might get frostbite if hand is removed from heated
     grip.
  8. Has arthritis and the past 400 miles have made it difficult
     to raise arm.
  7. Reflection from etched windshield momentarily blinded him.
  6. The expresso machine just finished.
  5. Was actually asleep when the other rider waved.
  4. Was in a three-way conference call with stock broker and
     accessories dealer.
  3. Was distracted by odd shaped blip on radar screen.
  2. Was simultaneously adjusting the air suspension, seat height, 
      programmable CD player, seat temperature and satellite
      navigation system..
  1. Couldn't find the "Auto Wave Back" button on the dashboard. 

Just when you think you have heard everything, someone comes up with more!

Thanks Lucky

There are some good ones there.

good one Lucky. are scooters really a bike?

Good laugh guys, thanks.

Like this one. LOL

I can sayhave never been on back and passed a rider who did not wave.

Beth Jerome, Idaho

Those were good!!

lol,great .

I always wave............

Brilliant

Funny stuff

I wave to everyone, and most everyone wave's back.......Goldwing riders are usually the only ones that don't wave back.
Dragon

... and beemer drivers! LOL funny that!

OK, so you’ve been sitting around, looking at your beast of an SUV that gets 10 miles to a gallon, 11 highway, and you say to yourself, “Man, I would love to own a HOG.” (AKA a Harley.) You know you would love the gas mileage, and want to join the community that is motorcycle riders. First off there are a few things you should know.

Know #1-Don’t get a Harley; Harleys are loud, obnoxious, and show the true personality of the rider. Harley riders are people that are also loud, obnoxious and just desire attention. Now, if that is you, then by all means, no one’s gonna stop you. Just realize that people that ride quiet bikes will know your true character.

Know #2-Now this is the most important one, “The Wave.” Now as I said before, riding a bike is like joining a community, not quite a cult, but close. Know this: “The Wave” is an honor held only from one motorcycle to another. When passing opposite directions, “The Wave” is not only suggested, but required, unless you want to look like a tool. Rather than explain how to do “The Wave,” I can explain how NOT to do “The Wave.”

DO NOT wave like a princess. EVER. Raising your hand and flicking your wrist in order to wave is just inappropriate. You bought a bike to look tough, not like a girl. There are two heights acceptable for “The Wave.” Handlebar height, and with your left arm totally extended below your waist. Now if you have a set of apehangers, then handlebar height is not acceptable, but you probably don’t care about “The Wave” anyway.

“The Wave” is less of an actual wave, and more of a pointing. When performing “The Wave” simply extend a few fingers, maybe even your thumb, and hold it when there is an oncoming motorcycle. Then, resume riding. But always be on the lookout for another “Wave opportunity.”

There are only a few times when “The Wave” is not possible. For example, if you are coming to a stop, and must have your left hand on the clutch, it would be unintelligent and unsafe to even attempt “The Wave.” In this case, “The Nod” is acceptable.

Any man that is a man knows “The Nod.” “The Nod” is known beyond just motorcycles. It says “Yo what’s up?” without actually saying anything. Now when carrying out “The Nod” be sure it is a downward nod, NOT upward. An upward nod will make you look like a tool, and we don’t want that. Only owners of crotch-rockets will accept the up-nod, and you can draw your own conclusion to that statement.

Now, the final, and MOST IMPORTANT rule of “The Wave” is to never, EVER, ever execute “The Wave” to a scooter. Scooters are NOT motorcycles. If a vehicle has two wheels and cannot get above 30 mph, sorry. Yes, they can be fun, but are not considered to be a motorcycle. “The Wave” is reserved for motorcycles ONLY.

Have you ever heard of or noticed “The Wave?” If so, does the sense of community it creates make you desire to be a motorcycle owner?

If a vehicle has two wheels and cannot get above 45 mph, sorr”The way=vey.

I get about a 50% return rate on waves around my area, better as I go south in Mn.(maybe it's just me)

Most everybody does it here except for the scooters, of course, and if they do it no one responds they don't count lol!

I hope that 4 lane divided highway with heavy traffic disallows the obligation of responding to a greeting from oncomming traffic seperated by grass median at speeds of 70+ to maintain pace. I have lately found myself in downtown Dallas for several reasons and have caught a quick wave from the corner of my eye from passing opossing bikes and have wandered if they actually expected a responce and my be anoid by the lack of a return wave...Sorry if offended but self preservation is of personal objective. Those who have been "Downtown" I believe will concure..

I doubled