How does the flag system work in AMA motocross?
There are several flags that you will see waving throughout the day. The green flag signifies the start of the race on the opening lap. The yellow flag is a caution flag to signify a downed rider or obstruction on the course, but unlike in most other racing series, the yellow flag does not mean that riders cannot pass each other. They still can, they just need to exercise caution. The red flag stops the race if there is a problem on the track. The blue flag with a yellow stripe is shown to lapped riders to warn them to move over as they are being overtaken by the leaders. The white flag signifies one lap to go, and the checkered flag, the one every rider wants to see first, means the race is over.
