Patches/Colors

[o2lily]

I guess this is the right thread for this.

N e 1 else seen problems when it comes to colors/patches in the community?

I know Street Soldiers is pretty hard up about their patches (saw one member confront another in a not so nice manner about returning their patches now that they are no longer members).

And I know it was suggested to us back in july to approach a few clubs and stuff before we got a patch so there wouldnt BE any drama.

An I the only one that knows about this "turf" stuff or is it like well known in the community? I know it isnt just in the cruiser and 1%er groups tho too bc like i said ive seen it a lil bit already with sportbike clubs.

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What do you know about it? is it THAT big of a deal?

[R1Gurl]

I wouldn't know anything about that...I've never been a member of anything where you wore a patch to represent your group of people.

Seems kinda like being in a gang...I dunno.

[SiC-0]

ghey

[TopGun]

the rule was at one time that you would go to your local hells angels chapter, avengers, or whatevver club was in your area and basically ask them for premission and bascially state that you were in no way trying to be a threat or enemy to them and were not looking to take over any of their intrests. not to much of that happens today but if you use m/c in your name as in motorcycle club you could wind up face to face with some people who you may not want to tangle with if they ask you to remove your colors. I have a few friends that are 1% ers and they are not the people you want to have against you. lol! they are good people but strongly belive in the system they have in place. I am not much for it and my friends know it and respect me for it. I hang with them every now and then but keep my trapt shut for the most part because i know it can get ugly real quick real fast.

anyway, nothing really wrong with supporting or showing your colors but just remember it can bring unwanted attention to you. I almost started a military riders association but have not had the time to do so nor have I had the weekends to ride. hope this helps.

[o2lily]

Yeh I ask bc a small club i use to be a member of has brought out patches and I dont think there would be any problems but yeah I wouldnt want any of them to have any problems seeing as how its a worldwide club of girls.

[vmaxpower2003]

Well I was part of a group called CMA christian motorcycle association and we had colors. we did not have to go to any other clubs and ask for permission to wear colors. CMA has been around since the 70's.

[PlayfulGod]

Think it has to with where ya at. I seen just a few actual MC clubs here, and not heard anything about any trouble from any of them. Then again I'm not in one nor know anyone that is so :lol:


oh oh 1badcbr is in a club so he should know how it works in GA or at least his neck of the woods.

[L♥VE]

Found this on Patches

• A one-piece patch signifies a family club, riding club, AMA-sanctioned motorcycle club or political action/biker rights organization.

• A two-piece patch signifies a motorcycle club in transition, awaiting approval from the dominant club(s) to become a three-piece patch. These clubs are sometimes, not always, in the process of becoming an associate or support club. The hierarchy and traditions in the MC community are complex but not without purpose. They are valuable for maintaining order and avoiding trouble.

• A three-piece patch signifies that the club is an "outlaw club," but not necessarily a 1% club. With very few exceptions, the club has been approved by the dominant club in the state or area. The three-piece patch is awarded in three parts as a prospective member earns the privilege to wear the full patch. A "hangaround" is someone who is eligible for membership and has been invited to attend club events and runs, but wears no part of the patch. If he is sponsored by a full member and approved by the club members he may wear the bottom rocker and is considered a "prospect" or "probate". If he successfully completes the training period and is approved by 100% of the members, he is allowed to have the top rocker and the "center patch" or club insignia. His colors are then complete and he is considered to be a full member or "patch holder." The traditional, or "old school," three-piece patch MC is one that adheres to established protocols, traditions and a code of conduct.

The term colors is used when referring to a motorcycle clubs' patch with two rockers. One is placed over the top of the middle large graphic patch and one placed underneath it. The rockers are usually curved bars with the top bar designating the club name and the lower bar designating the location of the club. The two rockers are separate from the middle, larger graphic type patch, hence the term three-piece patch. Motorcycle clubs differ from riding clubs or other types of motorcycle organizations as they traditionally have "prospecting" time (a probationary training period) required before the club members decide to accept the individual into the group and allow him to wear or "fly" the colors of the group. Most club colors will also have MC printed on the rocker or as an additional small, rectangular patch, sometimes referred to as a "cube," to further clarify it as a motorcycle club rather than another type of organization.

The grey area gets wider (and weirder)

A dramatic increase in the number of recreational motorcyclists in recent years has clouded the issue of what differentiates a motorcycle club from a riding club. Some military or veteran's motorcycle clubs (VMC) which are actually AMA-sanctioned, non-outlaw clubs, wear three-piece patches while not engaging in the established MC tradition of prospecting. These clubs may simply require evidence of prior or current military service and ownership of a motorcycle for membership. While the wisdom of this practice in the larger context of the MC community could certainly be questioned, VMCs provide a viable alternative for many riders. It gets hazy when you consider that the territorial 1% motorcycle clubs seldom know which VMCs prospect their members, thereby educating them in established customs and courtesies, and which do not. All too often, they find out when a VMC patch holder violates a point of protocol and creates a situation impacting the entire club or chapter's ability to ride free.

Law enforcement motorcycle clubs (LEMC) often DO engage in the practice of prospecting, providing them with the knowledge and understanding of protocol necessary to become functioning entities in the MC community. They pretty much do their own thing while maintaining a code of ethics consistent with their profession. Strangely enough, LEMCs seem to experience considerably more rejection from individuals among their own ranks than from other bikers.

Several national organizations have wisely decided to unite their rockers with their patch to create the appearance of a one piece patch and avoid sending the wrong message to the MC community. H.O.G. (Harley Owners Group), among others. Some veterans advocacy groups wear colors and ride motorcycles (or not) yet they are quick to point out that they are not a motorcycle club (Rolling Thunder and American Legion Riders are two such examples). These groups, more often than not, earn respect by showing respect and typically function well in the greater community context.

History of the three-piece patch

The AMA was founded in 1924 as an organizing arm of Motorcycle Manufacturers and mainly supported by the Motorcycle Manufacturers to promote motorcycle riding in America. They sanctioned groups of riders from the same area that rode together as motorcycle clubs. Some wore complete matching outfits with the name of their motorcycle club stitched on the back of their shirts and jackets. At events, the AMA gave awards for the best-dressed club so this was the start of motorcycle club patches. During an event in 1947 in Hollister, CA members of the Booze Fighters MC and Pissed Off Bastards of Bloomington (POBOB) made the headlines with a sensational news story. The AMA wrote an article in their magazine shortly after the episode denouncing the offensive bikers stating, "99% of all of their members are law-abiding citizens and only 1% are outlaws". Thus began what are today referred to as outlaw motorcycle clubs and "one percenters." These clubs were not sanctioned by the AMA and were banned from attending AMA events.

In order to designate themselves as an outlaw club to all other clubs, the one percenters cut their club patches into three separate pieces. The top rocker was the name of the club, the center was the emblem of the club, and the bottom rocker was their locale. The outlaw motorcycle clubs organized their own events and parties and did the opposite of what the AMA had been doing: There were no Best Dressed awards, they modified ("chopped") down their bikes leaner and meaner, to go faster and look different, scrapped the mufflers, guzzled beer, and did other "wild" things which, with the help of a willing press and Hollywood character studies, created the cultural icon of the rebellious outlaw biker.

A fictionalized version of the Hollister "raid" later became the storyline for a movie called "The Wild One" starring Marlon Brando as leader of the fictional Black Rebels Motorcycle Club, and Lee Marvin as the Booze Fighters' infamous Wino Willie. And so it went. More movies, more bikers, more fear, more headlines.

The Diamond Patch

The diamond patch with "1%" worn on the front of a "cut" (vest) with the three-piece back patch signifies the club is either a 1% or 1% support club. They may not be the dominant club in the area but will almost certainly be sanctioned by the local dominant. There have been situations where the dominant is not a 1% club but those are rare and, quite possibly, extinct. The number "13" is also sometimes worn in a diamond patch. It is alleged to represent the thirteenth letter of the alphabet, "M" which stands for marijuana. Or maybe it's just a cool number.

Rightly or wrongly, law enforcement organizations (LEO) regard the diamond patch as an outward, visible indicator of criminal activity within the motorcycle riding community. While the best propaganda usually contains some element of truth, the distortions are often so outrageous that if they weren't oriented towards spreading fear, they would be comical.


Nomad Rocker
Some MC members have earned the right to wear a "NOMAD" bottom rocker. This is only when that member maintains a lifestyle within the common definition of the word nomad.

(no·mad) A member of a group of people who have no fixed home and move according to the seasons from place to place in search of food, water, and grazing land. A person with no fixed residence who roams about; a wanderer. It is a valued distinction of lifestyle that only a few can truly live up to, and as such, causes unfavorable notice when seen used by those most obviously not living up to the common meaning. By definition a "NOMAD", more often than not, will be traveling alone and needs an ability to represent, maintain & otherwise survive under circumstances unusual from the norm.




Summary

A little common sense goes a long way in the motorcycle club community. Be honest with yourself and others. If you are not prepared to fully accept the responsibility of wearing an MC patch, explore other alternatives for a group riding experience.
Being a motorcycle enthusiast or having prior military service does not, in itself, prepare an individual for wearing a three-piece patch. The trial and error method of learning MC customs and protocol is not recommended.
Consider very carefully any ideas that you and your pals might have about starting a motorcycle club. In all probability, a group already exists that would suit your style and the important work has already been done. Please, for God's sake, do NOT buy fake rockers on eBay or at the flea market and sport 'em around town. It's just not worth it.
Questions that could be interpreted as intelligence-gathering will not be well-received ("So, how many guys are in your chapter?" isn't a good question under any circumstances. "Hey. Does that '13' on your vest mean that you guys smoke pot?" probably isn't a good one either). Never, ever interrupt patch holders while they are conversing with one another and stand at a respectable distance while waiting to be acknowledged. You may be surprised at how much some basic courtesy is appreciated.
MC members understand the meaning and importance of respect. They demand it for themselves and their club brothers, they provide it to patch holders outside of their own club until given a reason to do otherwise. Regardless of what's on your back, or how you got it, it is of the utmost importance to show an appropriate degree of respect to those who earned their colors in the old-school tradition.

[o2lily]

awesum post luv thanks :)

woohoo for AMA members!!
**im one ;) awesum bennies**

[COtruckchick]

Its just depends. I know first hand from my truck club we have a guy with our banners on his truck that we banned due to illeagle offroading then tried to say he was on club bussiness. If you want a patch I am all for it, but all I am learning that you need to relise the RULES behind the rank sorta to speak, I guess the best way to put it is if someone constinly breaks the rules misrepresents all that, do you want them having a patch and giving us a bad name?

I am for it honestly I love showing off my "colors" sorta speak but I am also one for having to show that I can respect the rules. Like with my truck club we learned that hard way with having to kick this man out.

:: sigh ::

Wootisums if patchs are made!


Also I have enough respect that my coat which as tradition or sorts for the last few years kinda saved everones hide who's worning it in our family, if you look you can see places all OVER the coat that has areas that had patches. Becuase I removed them all. I am still a nube getting used to bikes sadly after NOT riding for 2 years due my bike being taken from undermer (long painful story) and a horse back riding accident that hurt my back. Even though my coat is a family pass along I refuse to wear the patches of my family remembers because I do not belong nor earned those club patches.

[ravenman]

ghey

Not to be rude, but do u think it's gay because no one wants u in their club?

[DJ Nathan V]

We have a coulple groups like that around here. F*** 'em. I really don't care if they like what's on my jacket/vest or not. :P

[PlayfulGod]

holy resurrection batman.

[Headlight]

We don't do patches in our club but we do windscreen stickers, another member sold his bike to some :squidride: who went out actin a fool running from the cops and caused an accident. Of course the news reporter pointed the sticker out on the news and it caused us some grief.

[Cutty72]

We don't do patches in our club but we do windscreen stickers, another member sold his bike to some :squidride: who went out actin a fool running from the cops and caused an accident. Of course the news reporter pointed the sticker out on the news and it caused us some grief.

Note to all members... remove stickers upon sale of motorcycle.

[ravenman]

Every club is different. If they are ligit or not. Don't let past clubs deter you from getting in one.
I cannot tell you how we are different, or recruit here. It is against the Alliance. But don't judge because someone wears a patch. Talk to them, you might be pleasantly surprised.

[PlayfulGod]

if on a bike I'll talk to ya n prolly wouldnt notice if ya were in a MC or not. But if you were a prick I wouldnt think all MC's suck just cuz you're a prick.

not that your a prick :whistling: :aBigROLFMAO:

but ya get what I mean. :good:

[BigCory707]

Every club is different. If they are ligit or not. Don't let past clubs deter you from getting in one.
I cannot tell you how we are different, or recruit here. It is against the Alliance. But don't judge because someone wears a patch. Talk to them, you might be pleasantly surprised.
a lot of good stuff here and everything I read is true. Mostly depends on where you live and what type of club you are. It is always better to coexist then to try to buck the system. So my club plays the game. Lucky for us, we are pretty damn big , 250 in Norcal alone. But we have also been on the scene since 99 and have earned the respect of the folks that can make your life miserable. Topgun said it best back in sept. Some of these folks take this shit way too serious. Something to think about before joining a club.

[Badboy_GSXR1000]

The pit bull sitting on the door step, is it right to label him as a killer right off the bat, just because it it a pit?

The kid wearing his clothes to big, is it right to label him as a non job having, wanting to take your purse, thug?

The color of another person skin that is not the same as yours, is it right to say they are less of a human being as you?


What is wrong with America, that such sterotype even exist? What is wrong with America that one can think he/she owns a piece of town or city, so they have the say so of what goes on?


Right now we are talking about Motorcycle Clubs. Do you know that you and your friends can meet up often and less say there is about 15-20 of you, who like to meet up and go for a ride. You all have different clothing on, and still you can be mistaken as a gang? Some person driving in their car who hates bikes, or some cop who also hate seeing a group of bikes rolling down the highway, don't be suprised if one of those individuals labeled you as a gang.


Motorcycle has had a bad rap since the early years. Who do we have to thank for that? Yes The Hells Angels & tThe Outlaws. Since they began, they have been fueding and drug trafficing, transport of guns, destroying bars etc etc etc. That has gone on for years. And for years everyone on a bike has been labeled as part of them.


Today we have doctors, lawyers, judges all types of people who enjoy riding. The sport has even taken more a turn towards the females. I mean we have some really good people in this sport. But no matter how good of a person you are, someone will lable you as a not so trust worthy and or a trouble maker simply because you ride.

Hmmmm motorcycle clubs where should I start? Ok check this out. Clubs are formed for different reason. Some want to stunt, some want to race, some want to compete for trophies just like an auto club, and others want to give back to their community and try and change the so called bad rep not just any club, but any motorcycle already have.

What's wrong with America today? Why do we judge before knowing. Getting back to the pit bull, you see him and right off the bat you think he wants to rip a new whole in your ass...Not every owner raise their dog to destroy. And not every pit has a bad temperment.

A group of bikes together with vest on also does not mean your a gang. I can say I have ran into people who took the time to walk up to me or my crew and ask what our club was about. We explained to them and even gave out our cards. I won't lie non called and ask for our help, but they all did stick around chat with us a bit especially about our bikes. Let their kids sit on and take pictures, the whole nine yards. I was happy cause they took the time to know who and what we stood for.


I'm the president of a club in Boston Mass called Ground Control. There are at least 25 different clubs in and around the city as we speak, and maybe another 2-5 will pop up before the summer is over. But these clubs have often, and over and over, raised money, gathered toys, collect clothes, and fed the elderly time and time again. A lot of people don't know that part of our world.


Our background is not like that of the Hells Angels or the Outlaws. They are 75% the reason why MC's get the bad rap that they do. The other 25% is just that of a club that is ignorant and wild. We have no control over those such clubs. It's kind of like your best friend, who when he/she is outside the dance club everone loves, but once at the club and after few drinks, everyone now hates them.


I did not, and never will ask permission from ANYONE as to what my friends and I can start, wear, or even pick a area to ride in. No Hell's Angel, or Outlaw or any other MC will make that call for us. I'm a grown as man and all my life I made my own decisions. We don't want and will not take part in their life style of MC. They can have it. Our purpose is totally different. Do I have Hells Angels and Outlaws around my area? YUP!!! sure do, but I have not had a problem and we all wear our colors proud and without fear.


Understand wearing that vest with patches on it does not make you a man or a woman. It's what your club stands for, and it better be positive that will determine your label. Being a part of a club is like being in a click with friends. You have that same few that always get together and go and do things with. Someone new comes in and it might or might not be their type of crowd. Some simply leave and let alone, yet some try and join and redirect. The joining and redirect part will never work. You can loose a friendship over stupidity in either groups. It's not for everyone. You need to know what the club is about and it's goals. You need to meet and chill with the existing members a bit. See if you can put up with the good and the bad. In my club don't and will not accept a close minded person. You must be friendly, you must be a team player, and you must have the attitude to just want to have fun and enjoy.


I had the chance to meet some really nice people all over by simply attending different motorcycle events. I also had the chance to make a difference in a persons life especially around the holidays cause my friends and I pulled together using our bikes and club names doing so. If that is what America call a gang then, time has sure brought about some soft gang members.


Not all MC's want to fight over territory, or make you do outragious things just to join. And most of all, all clubs are not GANGS.............

[RedRidingHood]

You know damn well anyone with a certain "color" is going to get labelled as a gang banger. So whatever. This is my 2 cents...I'm getting a patch that says "EAT ME"!

[ravenman]

:fan_1:The pit bull sitting on the door step, is it right to label him as a killer right off the bat, just because it it a pit?

The kid wearing his clothes to big, is it right to label him as a non job having, wanting to take your purse, thug?

The color of another person skin that is not the same as yours, is it right to say they are less of a human being as you?


What is wrong with America, that such sterotype even exist? What is wrong with America that one can think he/she owns a piece of town or city, so they have the say so of what goes on?


Right now we are talking about Motorcycle Clubs. Do you know that you and your friends can meet up often and less say there is about 15-20 of you, who like to meet up and go for a ride. You all have different clothing on, and still you can be mistaken as a gang? Some person driving in their car who hates bikes, or some cop who also hate seeing a group of bikes rolling down the highway, don't be suprised if one of those individuals labeled you as a gang.


Motorcycle has had a bad rap since the early years. Who do we have to thank for that? Yes The Hells Angels & tThe Outlaws. Since they began, they have been fueding and drug trafficing, transport of guns, destroying bars etc etc etc. That has gone on for years. And for years everyone on a bike has been labeled as part of them.


Today we have doctors, lawyers, judges all types of people who enjoy riding. The sport has even taken more a turn towards the females. I mean we have some really good people in this sport. But no matter how good of a person you are, someone will lable you as a not so trust worthy and or a trouble maker simply because you ride.

Hmmmm motorcycle clubs where should I start? Ok check this out. Clubs are formed for different reason. Some want to stunt, some want to race, some want to compete for trophies just like an auto club, and others want to give back to their community and try and change the so called bad rep not just any club, but any motorcycle already have.

What's wrong with America today? Why do we judge before knowing. Getting back to the pit bull, you see him and right off the bat you think he wants to rip a new whole in your ass...Not every owner raise their dog to destroy. And not every pit has a bad temperment.

A group of bikes together with vest on also does not mean your a gang. I can say I have ran into people who took the time to walk up to me or my crew and ask what our club was about. We explained to them and even gave out our cards. I won't lie non called and ask for our help, but they all did stick around chat with us a bit especially about our bikes. Let their kids sit on and take pictures, the whole nine yards. I was happy cause they took the time to know who and what we stood for.


I'm the president of a club in Boston Mass called Ground Control. There are at least 25 different clubs in and around the city as we speak, and maybe another 2-5 will pop up before the summer is over. But these clubs have often, and over and over, raised money, gathered toys, collect clothes, and fed the elderly time and time again. A lot of people don't know that part of our world.


Our background is not like that of the Hells Angels or the Outlaws. They are 75% the reason why MC's get the bad rap that they do. The other 25% is just that of a club that is ignorant and wild. We have no control over those such clubs. It's kind of like your best friend, who when he/she is outside the dance club everone loves, but once at the club and after few drinks, everyone now hates them.


I did not, and never will ask permission from ANYONE as to what my friends and I can start, wear, or even pick a area to ride in. No Hell's Angel, or Outlaw or any other MC will make that call for us. I'm a grown as man and all my life I made my own decisions. We don't want and will not take part in their life style of MC. They can have it. Our purpose is totally different. Do I have Hells Angels and Outlaws around my area? YUP!!! sure do, but I have not had a problem and we all wear our colors proud and without fear.


Understand wearing that vest with patches on it does not make you a man or a woman. It's what your club stands for, and it better be positive that will determine your label. Being a part of a club is like being in a click with friends. You have that same few that always get together and go and do things with. Someone new comes in and it might or might not be their type of crowd. Some simply leave and let alone, yet some try and join and redirect. The joining and redirect part will never work. You can loose a friendship over stupidity in either groups. It's not for everyone. You need to know what the club is about and it's goals. You need to meet and chill with the existing members a bit. See if you can put up with the good and the bad. In my club don't and will not accept a close minded person. You must be friendly, you must be a team player, and you must have the attitude to just want to have fun and enjoy.


I had the chance to meet some really nice people all over by simply attending different motorcycle events. I also had the chance to make a difference in a persons life especially around the holidays cause my friends and I pulled together using our bikes and club names doing so. If that is what America call a gang then, time has sure brought about some soft gang members.


Not all MC's want to fight over territory, or make you do outragious things just to join. And most of all, all clubs are not GANGS.............

[BigCory707]

The pit bull sitting on the door step, is it right to label him as a killer right off the bat, just because it it a pit?

The kid wearing his clothes to big, is it right to label him as a non job having, wanting to take your purse, thug?

The color of another person skin that is not the same as yours, is it right to say they are less of a human being as you?


What is wrong with America, that such sterotype even exist? What is wrong with America that one can think he/she owns a piece of town or city, so they have the say so of what goes on?


Right now we are talking about Motorcycle Clubs. Do you know that you and your friends can meet up often and less say there is about 15-20 of you, who like to meet up and go for a ride. You all have different clothing on, and still you can be mistaken as a gang? Some person driving in their car who hates bikes, or some cop who also hate seeing a group of bikes rolling down the highway, don't be suprised if one of those individuals labeled you as a gang.


Motorcycle has had a bad rap since the early years. Who do we have to thank for that? Yes The Hells Angels & tThe Outlaws. Since they began, they have been fueding and drug trafficing, transport of guns, destroying bars etc etc etc. That has gone on for years. And for years everyone on a bike has been labeled as part of them.


Today we have doctors, lawyers, judges all types of people who enjoy riding. The sport has even taken more a turn towards the females. I mean we have some really good people in this sport. But no matter how good of a person you are, someone will lable you as a not so trust worthy and or a trouble maker simply because you ride.

Hmmmm motorcycle clubs where should I start? Ok check this out. Clubs are formed for different reason. Some want to stunt, some want to race, some want to compete for trophies just like an auto club, and others want to give back to their community and try and change the so called bad rep not just any club, but any motorcycle already have.

What's wrong with America today? Why do we judge before knowing. Getting back to the pit bull, you see him and right off the bat you think he wants to rip a new whole in your ass...Not every owner raise their dog to destroy. And not every pit has a bad temperment.

A group of bikes together with vest on also does not mean your a gang. I can say I have ran into people who took the time to walk up to me or my crew and ask what our club was about. We explained to them and even gave out our cards. I won't lie non called and ask for our help, but they all did stick around chat with us a bit especially about our bikes. Let their kids sit on and take pictures, the whole nine yards. I was happy cause they took the time to know who and what we stood for.


I'm the president of a club in Boston Mass called Ground Control. There are at least 25 different clubs in and around the city as we speak, and maybe another 2-5 will pop up before the summer is over. But these clubs have often, and over and over, raised money, gathered toys, collect clothes, and fed the elderly time and time again. A lot of people don't know that part of our world.


Our background is not like that of the Hells Angels or the Outlaws. They are 75% the reason why MC's get the bad rap that they do. The other 25% is just that of a club that is ignorant and wild. We have no control over those such clubs. It's kind of like your best friend, who when he/she is outside the dance club everone loves, but once at the club and after few drinks, everyone now hates them.


I did not, and never will ask permission from ANYONE as to what my friends and I can start, wear, or even pick a area to ride in. No Hell's Angel, or Outlaw or any other MC will make that call for us. I'm a grown as man and all my life I made my own decisions. We don't want and will not take part in their life style of MC. They can have it. Our purpose is totally different. Do I have Hells Angels and Outlaws around my area? YUP!!! sure do, but I have not had a problem and we all wear our colors proud and without fear.


Understand wearing that vest with patches on it does not make you a man or a woman. It's what your club stands for, and it better be positive that will determine your label. Being a part of a club is like being in a click with friends. You have that same few that always get together and go and do things with. Someone new comes in and it might or might not be their type of crowd. Some simply leave and let alone, yet some try and join and redirect. The joining and redirect part will never work. You can loose a friendship over stupidity in either groups. It's not for everyone. You need to know what the club is about and it's goals. You need to meet and chill with the existing members a bit. See if you can put up with the good and the bad. In my club don't and will not accept a close minded person. You must be friendly, you must be a team player, and you must have the attitude to just want to have fun and enjoy.


I had the chance to meet some really nice people all over by simply attending different motorcycle events. I also had the chance to make a difference in a persons life especially around the holidays cause my friends and I pulled together using our bikes and club names doing so. If that is what America call a gang then, time has sure brought about some soft gang members.


Not all MC's want to fight over territory, or make you do outragious things just to join. And most of all, all clubs are not GANGS.............

very nice post, but do understand how things work in Mass in not how things work everywhere. I hope things remain that way, Nice job with the club

MCs do a lot of good for the community but of course there are clubs that act like fools and make us all look bad too. It goes with the territory. You cant please everybody nor should you try.

Funny thing is even the Hells Angels have toy drives, lmao

[RedRidingHood]

very nice post, but do understand how things work in Mass in not how things work everywhere. I hope things remain that way, Nice job with the club

MCs do a lot of good for the community but of course there are clubs that act like fools and make us all look bad too. It goes with the territory. You cant please everybody nor should you try.

Funny thing is even the Hells Angels have toy drives, lmao

Some of them participate in the annual "teddy bear run" every summer to the local hospitals here..they donate teddy bears to the kids. Proof positive that just because u may "look" a certain way..doesn't mean shit.

[Badboy_GSXR1000]

I had a chance to meet a guy who hung with the Angels alot. I mean he was at all their functions. And the first time I laid eyes on him I said to myself, me of all the people riding in the pack that day he is going to dislike. It was weird he came up to me and ask how my club was doing. I was shocked cause in about a hour into our ride he did his home work. He knew I was from Boston, and knew I had a MC Club. So I said it is a hard organization, trying to keep people on the same track but a good feeling in all. He said I heard some good things about you, and we chatted for the rest of the day. From that day on, his name was junkman he and I was good friends. Always spoke to one another, and never looked pass the other's image, or whom they associated with.

I know it's not like this all over the world and I wish it was. but it is true, You can't please everyone. There will always be someone waiting to bring you down. The question is will you let them.

Hell I been on this board for a short period of time, and I don't even know 1/3 of you ladies and gents. But I can and will tell you this. I will NEVER judge you, and I will have mad luv and respect for you simply because we share the same love for motorcycles. That's my word, and how I get down.

[R1Gurl]

Nice post...+1 that's a great attitude to have. Thank you!

[RedRidingHood]

I had a chance to meet a guy who hung with the Angels alot. I mean he was at all their functions. And the first time I laid eyes on him I said to myself, me of all the people riding in the pack that day he is going to dislike. It was weird he came up to me and ask how my club was doing. I was shocked cause in about a hour into our ride he did his home work. He knew I was from Boston, and knew I had a MC Club. So I said it is a hard organization, trying to keep people on the same track but a good feeling in all. He said I heard some good things about you, and we chatted for the rest of the day. From that day on, his name was junkman he and I was good friends. Always spoke to one another, and never looked pass the other's image, or whom they associated with.

I know it's not like this all over the world and I wish it was. but it is true, You can't please everyone. There will always be someone waiting to bring you down. The question is will you let them.

Hell I been on this board for a short period of time, and I don't even know 1/3 of you ladies and gents. But I can and will tell you this. I will NEVER judge you, and I will have mad luv and respect for you simply because we share the same love for motorcycles. That's my word, and how I get down.

Seriously! I used to say "that's how I roll"..that rocked. Are you single? haah jk. I agree w/ the others so +1 again.

[DJ Nathan V]

Hell I been on this board for a short period of time, and I don't even know 1/3 of you ladies and gents. But I can and will tell you this. I will NEVER judge you, and I will have mad luv and respect for you simply because we share the same love for motorcycles. That's my word, and how I get down.

+1... that's how we do in the pnw.

[Badboy_GSXR1000]

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[motorcyclemiracles]

[QUOTE=Cutty72;48168]Note to all members... remove stickers upon sale of motorcycle



or just remove or replace the windscreen if stickers have been applied

[sofakingtore420]

ok as far as colors go ...yea most crews have them ..including the club i founded ...(redneck ridaz) though my colors are mossy oak camo ..

[Full Throttle]

I have my own small group here in Ringgold its just me and my 2 friends. we dont have any patches on our gear and dont have and decals on our bikes but we are working on it. Our name is Moto Dummies (MD) as in Medical Doctor lol its all just for shits and giggles. We have a few logos drawn up and just havent decided on one yet. I personally like the one i came up with (obviously lol) but ill try and find my drawings and throw one up here. my friend works in a Print Shop so he is going to print out the decals for our bikes. Our club carries over to the dirt to so we have it on our dirtbikes. i dont have one ath the moment but im saving for that. We usually dont like to ride with a big group cause we all have had bad experiences with shity bikers that arent good in groups so we keep it to a minimum and no more than 5 bikes. we all know how eachother ride and can predict eachothers movements so its easy to stay close and we flow better through the curves cause we dont worry quite so much about the others riding ability like you would in a huge group.

[bigrob]

patches, vests and colors.....

do some research, because you may un-knowingly put yourself in a bad situation. there are some do's and don't you should know. while you may just see it as a way to identify your group, there are those that take this stuff really seriously.

as with anything a little courtesey and respect goes a long way. the motorcycle club has been around for along time, and has some rules and heirarchy you should learn and respect.

[GSXR GURL]

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[samurai-kitty]

Southern Cruisers has a patch, and I'm going to get a hat with it on. They are a riding club, not a motorcycle club, but they are picky about how you behave while displaying their logo. They don't want any illegal or discourteous activity associated with their name, and I can understand that completely. We also have Hell's Angels, Hombres, all sorts of gangs around here, and the local large sportbike forum has stickers you can put on your bikes, but they don't really care how you behave. I would just be careful what kind of image you want to portray to the outside world, unless you don't care and just want members. I personally would like an SBG hat or tshirt!

[PlayfulGod]

Southern Cruisers has a patch, and I'm going to get a hat with it on. They are a riding club, not a motorcycle club, but they are picky about how you behave while displaying their logo. They don't want any illegal or discourteous activity associated with their name, and I can understand that completely. We also have Hell's Angels, Hombres, all sorts of gangs around here, and the local large sportbike forum has stickers you can put on your bikes, but they don't really care how you behave. I would just be careful what kind of image you want to portray to the outside world, unless you don't care and just want members. I personally would like an SBG hat or tshirt!

check the merchandise section :good:

[piggiehandcuffs]

I think it's stupid to have colors or patches... Why do you need to be in a club or gang to ride your bike with friends? I'll wear whatever gear I bought that I like... Why should I go out of my way to buy something that won't represent a cub/gang? It's freakin' retarded

[PlayfulGod]

I think it's stupid to have colors or patches... Why do you need to be in a club or gang to ride your bike with friends? I'll wear whatever gear I bought that I like... Why should I go out of my way to buy something that won't represent a cub/gang? It's freakin' retarded

some do, some dont, each to their own. :drinks: :sbgrox:

[samurai-kitty]

I think it's stupid to have colors or patches... Why do you need to be in a club or gang to ride your bike with friends? I'll wear whatever gear I bought that I like... Why should I go out of my way to buy something that won't represent a cub/gang? It's freakin' retarded

I don't need it, I am fine riding on my own. But IMO it's okay to be proud of a group or advertise something you like. Some people like the feeling of belonging, some need it, some don't, as PG said. Some people think it's dumb to buy any kind of name brand, like a Yamaha shirt if you own one. If you don't wanna, don't! ;-)

[bigrob]

I think it's stupid to have colors or patches... Why do you need to be in a club or gang to ride your bike with friends? I'll wear whatever gear I bought that I like... Why should I go out of my way to buy something that won't represent a cub/gang? It's freakin' retarded

there are lots of reasons to join a club...as well as reason to stay away from the clubs.....

this is a personal choice, but to call something retarded simply because you do not agree with it is....childish, maybe even a little retarded..

[Headlight]

there are lots of reasons to join a club...as well as reason to stay away from the clubs.....

this is a personal choice, but to call something retarded simply because you do not agree with it is....childish, maybe even a little retarded..

Agreed. I'm extremely proud of the club I belong too but all we do is a windscreen sticker.