Riding will be in a standard staggered formation unless the Road Captain calls for single file. In staggered formation, the bikes form two columns, with the Road Captain (ride leader) at the head of the left column. The second bike will head the opposite column, and will ride approximately 1 second behind the Road Captain (and in the opposite side of the lane). The other riders will position their bikes 2 seconds behind the bike directly in front of them, which puts them 1 second behind the bike diagonal from them.

This formation allows each rider sufficient safety space, and discourages other vehicles from cutting into the line.

The last rider, or Tail Gunner, may ride on whichever side of the lane he prefers. He will wave to change sides during the ride, based on the situation at the moment.