Qualified Bike Accident Lawyers
If you are a motorcyclist, the statistics reveal that you are highly likely to be involved in an accident at some point in your life. No matter how experienced a rider you are, it is all too easy to find yourself in the path of a driver who does not see you there.
Visibility is a problem you can do little about besides donning reflective clothing and making sure your headlight is on. Car and truck drivers have far too many distractions, such as road signs, flashing lights, cell phones, iPods, crying babies, and squabbling kids. Motorcycles are diminutive and, as faulty drivers would have everyone believe, prone to coming out of thin air.
So if you are a careful biker and have still managed to find yourself the victim of a crash, stay calm and follow a few straightforward tips. Get names, contact numbers, insurance information, and license plate numbers from all drivers involved. If you have a camera, capture a few photos of of the scene.
Do not forget to get the names, contact information, and license numbers from any witnesses. Asking and jotting down what they saw is a good idea, but it is never advisable to say much yourself; it would be admissible as evidence later, and you never want to damage your case by a careless word or something said in the traumatic aftermath of a wreck. If the damage looks like it will amount to over $500, it is a good idea to involve the police.
Seek medical help immediately. The thing most people kick themselves over later is not visiting a doctor immediately after a wreck, then having the injury finally show itself weeks later, When this happens, it is a simple matter for the other driver to argue that your injuries were not were not incurred in the accident.
Finally, find the help of a good motorcycle accident lawyer. A motorcycle lawyer will fight for you like a tiger, usually obtaining a much higher settlement and freeing you of all the trouble involved in gaining restitution after a wreck.
Selection Of Electric Motor Scooters
Just what is a scooter anyway? Currently the word ???scooter??? is used for a number of different vehicles which causes considerable confusion. There are ???mobility scooters??? used by handicapped people. There are a variety of ???sidewalk scooters??? for use by kids – stand-up scooters either with or without an engine, small sit-down scooters, etc. They don’t travel at much over 10 miles an hour. There are electric scooters which generally do not travel very fast.gt;>> A. They’re economic. Replacing car trips with an electric bike saves on insurance, purchase price, and related registration fees. Furthermore, on average cars cost about $.10 per mile in fuel and parts. You can substitute an electric bike for a car or reap incredible savings by utilizing one less car. An electric bike can effortlessly travel over 10 miles at nearly 20 mph. Also, you don’t need a license to drive an electric scooter. They reduce pollution.
What inclines can the MOTORINO scooter handle? The MOTORINO electric scooters are equipped with 500W high torque brushless motor and CPU controller estimating the pitch of the hill and increasing the motor torque accordingly. They can handle hills of 15 degrees with a load of 170Lb. However if the hill is steeper and the speed drops to 15 km/hr the pedals may be used for recovering the speed.gt;>> A. The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is a federal bureau delegated the task of enforcing American laws governing air, water and land pollution.
What is a limited-speed motorcycle? A limited-speed motorcycle is also known as a “motor scooter.” You can usually tell a limited-speed motorcycle by its “step through” design – you don’t have to straddle the seat. Motor scooters can be either electric or gas powered and have a maximum speed of 70 km/h and a minimum speed of over 32 km/h. Most motor scooters have automatic transmissions, with a maximum engine displacement of 50 cubic centimeters.gt;>> A. There is a very important technical distinction between engine designs in the scooter world.
What maintenance is required? The MOTORINO electric scooter is designed to be maintenance free. Considering the fact that this scooter has no combustion engine, no transmission, no belts, no chains, no clutch, no ignition plugs, no carburetor, and uses no gasoline and no lubricants it requires no maintenance too. Modular designed components are practically maintenance free.The MOTORINO electric scooter is designed to be maintenance free.
Just what is a scooter anyway? Currently the word ???scooter??? is used for a number of different vehicles which causes considerable confusion. There are ???mobility scooters??? used by handicapped people. There are a variety of ???sidewalk scooters??? for use by kids – stand-up scooters either with or without an engine, small sit-down scooters, etc. They don’t travel at much over 10 miles an hour. There are electric scooters which generally do not travel very fast.A limited-speed motorcycle is also known as a “motor scooter.” You can usually tell a limited-speed motorcycle by its “step through” design – you don’t have to straddle the seat.
How much maintenance does an electric scooter require? Electric scooters require a minimum of maintenance. These scooters have no combustion engine, no transmission, no belts, no chains, no gasoline, no lubricants, no ignition, no spark plugs and no carburetor. The design of the Direct Drive system and Hub Motor EVT scooters easier to maintain than any other electric or gasoline scooter available.gt;>> A. The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is a federal bureau delegated the task of enforcing American laws governing air, water and land pollution.
Motorcycle Clubs, Brotherhood Mentality Versus The Gang Mentality
MOTORCYCLE CLUBS THE BROTHERHOOD MENTALITY VERSUS THE GANG MENTALITY
I want to talk about the Brotherhood mentality versus the gang mentality in the Motorcycle Club universe. Now for those of you who may be asking what is the difference? I will set up a scene to help give you a peek into the life! At a local Bar a member of a Motorcycle Club walks in he sees four Bikers playing pool, He can tell they are a bit nervous, They see his patches and they know who he is with. Now how does he act? Does he walk over to the pool table knock the 8 ball in the pocket say games over and tell one of them to buy him a beer? Or does he walk over introduce himself and let them know when they are done shooting pool they are welcome to stop over at the bar have a beer and talk with him! One is the gang way of thinking the other is the Brotherhood way of thinking! I really don’t think I need to tell you which is which!
Now one thing everyone needs to remember is all of the original Motorcycle Clubs Started out with the idea of being a tight nit group of Brothers and almost all of these Motorcycle Clubs where friendly to one another. Don’t forget many of the men who started the first MCs where returning home after serving their country during times of war. They were looking for that feeling of Brotherhood here at home that they had when they were fighting for our great country. These were good men seeking adventure, looking to ride their Motorcycles and have a great time with like minded people. Today most Motorcycle Clubs have gone back to that way of Club thinking, There are very few Clubs left that still have the Gang Mentality that was seen mostly during the 70′s threw 90′s. During the late 90′s things had just gotten too far out of hand and most Motorcycle Clubs began to realize the Gang Mentality was not the way it was meant to be and it was not the way they wanted it to be anymore, This was not what the Clubs were started for! Many Clubs who had been friends over the years were now fighting with each other. No one wanted to wear club support gear and things were just not fun anymore. These MC’s had all started their Clubs with the same ideals and ways of thinking, How and why had they grown so far apart that they now hated each other!
Well the answer to how is during the 50′s and 60′s the golden age of the Brotherhood years of Motorcycling, The Motorcycle Clubs were really big. During this great time many of the Biker Movies that came out portrayed Motorcycle Club Members as Bullies and Thugs. The Bikers in these movies would pick on those weaker then them, take over small towns and the Clubs in these Movies all fought each other just like the street gangs of the time! So of course over time many new Bikers came to believe that this was the way it was. So when New Clubs started this was how they would act and the Original Motorcycle Clubs now had members who where young kids looking to prove how tough they were by starting fights with each other. The Original Motorcycle Club Members had been threw real wars together and they were as hard as nails and had nothing to prove to no one! But many younger members felt that they had something to prove and would imitate the Biker Clubs from the Movies they had scene and soon it was Biker against Biker, Brother against Brother, MC against MC. Thus began the Dark age of the Motorcycle Gang Mentality years.
Now for the question Why did this Happen? Well When something Changes the way of thinking and being of Groups like the Motorcycle Clubs so far from their original ideals, You have to ask was it just an accident these movies did this? Or was there more to it? Was there a plan behind it? Is there someone or some group out there that would benefit from having these large groups of Motorcycle Clubs who are run in a very military fashion and are made up of many ex-Military Members fighting against each other? If these Clubs all got along and worked together the world could be a very Different place! The Motorcycle world certainly would be! Are there people out there who are afraid of this happening?
Today there are very few Motorcycle Clubs left that have the Gang Mentality. Most if not all have gone back to the Brotherhood way and the word Gang in the Motorcycle Club world has become taboo. Now as Motorcycle Clubs are beginning to get back to the way it was at the start and trying to put the past behind them, I am noticing that there are more and more Biker movies and TV shows Coming out. Will these shows show MC’s in a good way? Will they go out of their way to stir up the quarrels of the past? Will they show us as mindless thugs or bullies much as the Movie Wild Hogs did? Most Important will we let them influence who we really are? Or have we learned from our mistakes? If all continues to go well we could soon be making our way into the Second Golden age of Motorcycle Club Brotherhood back to where it all Started !!!
All Bikers need to ask themselves one question, “Am I part of the Problem or part of the Solution?”
I am Your Bro
LJ James with AmericanBikerX.com
LJ’s Thoughts On The FX Show “Son’s Of Anarchy
I have just finished watching the second episode of the new FX show “Son’s of Anarchy”. I have been a fan of the FX Show “The Shield” for years and I have to say, I have enjoyed “Sons of Anarchy” so far. The show has cool bikes and lots of action!
As a Member of an Outlaw Motorcycle Club, I can see many mistakes already in the show. One thing that really surprised me is how people have reacted to the show and me personally. People who know I’m a member of a Motorcycle Club are asking me, “Are you guys really like that???” Most of these people have known me for years! This is just after a two episodes of “Sons of Anarchy” their wondering if I’m leading some kind of double life.
Can you imagine if a show about criminal killer Florists came out? How many people would ask the local florist if they where really like that? One fact of life about being a Biker I have come to except is, it’s real easy for people to think of Bikers as the bad guys. It’s always been that way. I wonder how many Cops had people ask them the same question when the Shield came out? I also wonder how many Police Officers who watch the Shield and know that show is fiction will watch “Sons of Anarchy” and think that’s how Motorcycle Clubs really are! The show “Sons of Anarchy” is fiction and it is way over the top.
Son’s of Anarchy is going to shine a bright light into the Motorcycle Club world. Where as the last ten years have been all about Custom Motorcycle Builders and has led to a lot of people getting into Motorcycle Riding, I believe the next ten years will be all about Motorcycle Clubs. Now this show could be a great thing for Motorcycle Clubs if, in-between all the fictional action, it also focuses on the bond of Brotherhood Motorcycle Clubs are really based on.
Although the opportunity for “Sons of Anarchy” to make a positive statement about Motorcycle Clubs by highlighting the good Motorcycle Clubs do and the positive impact that they have on their communities exists, I have a feeling the show will have a negative impact on Clubs, Independent Bikers, and the Motorcycle Community in overall.
All Motorcycle Clubs are going to need to keep their eyes wide open and watch any new prospects. MCs need to make sure that new prospects are there for the Brotherhood and betterment of the Club and the community, not to live out some misguided fantasy they may have seen on TV or in some Movie. Another big concern of mine is people who will just go out and throw on a set of patches and think they are the “Sons of Anarchy”. The Motorcycle Club world is all about Respect and there is a serious protocol that is followed by all Clubs. I would not recommend violating that protocol in any way.
Motorcycle Clubs have spent the better part of the past 20 years working hard to shake the old biker gang stereotype of the 60′s and 70′s. Now that we have come so close to accomplishing our goals, a show like “Sons of Anarchy” or the upcoming HBO show 1% are here to try and drag our image back into the gang image. How far will these shows set us back? 20-30 Years? I am asking the producers of these shows, there sponsors, and everyone else out there to please remember that Brotherhood is what the Motorcycle Club world is truly about.
Your Bro, L.J. James AmericanBikerX. com
Motorcycles And The Culture They Inspire 1868-2017
Many of the “facts” in this story are based on Legend and Myth as much of the history of the Motorcycle and it’s Culture was lost in the great rebellion of 2057.
Taken from a history book in the year 2095…
Motorcycles And The Culture They Inspire 1868-2017
Motorcycles started out as steam engines strapped on to bicycles in 1868. Soon after the gas engine took its place in the 1900′s there were Motorcycle shops and Dealers all over the World. For awhile, Motorcycle were simply used as transportation. In 1907, when Henry Fords, Ford Motor Company, released the Model-T at a price everyone could afford, the Motorcycle soon went from a necessity to a luxury item.
In the 1940′s, the Motorcycle Culture really took off. An organization called the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) held races and events all over the United States of America. In 1947, held an event in Hollister California. This event was attended by many of the AMA Racing Teams and Motorcycle Clubs. This event marks the beginning of the separation of Motorcyclists which eventually led to the end of Motorcycling in the year 2017.
Newspapers, being what they where in 1947, got a hold of some pictures of Motorcyclists having fun at the event. The press decided to embellish the facts and transformed the story of the first large motorcycle rally into a torrid tale of Bikers taking over a small town! More negative news stories soon followed. Eventually Hollywood joined the Biker bashing by releasing movies that portrayed Motorcyclists as lawless and evil.
The American Motorcycle Association, trying to end the bad press, responded by basically saying that the Newspapers had lied and that it was only 1% of Motorcyclists that caused problems. This resulted in the first ripple in the Unity of the Motorcycle World and the Medias’ hatred of Bikers.
Around the same time, the AMA began adding new requirements for motorcycles to be able to race in AMA sanctioned Races. Those whose motorcycles didn’t meet the new AMA requirements started their own Race Leagues. Because the new Race Leagues/Clubs were not AMA sanctioned, they soon became known as Outlaw Race Leagues/Clubs. Although many Bikers raced in both the AMA and Outlaw Leagues, another great separation had begun.
By the late1960′s, the separation of the Motorcycle Community was becoming more evident. There were now three basic groups. The American Motorcycle Association, Outlaw Clubs, and 1%er Clubs. All 1%ers were Outlaws, but not all Outlaws were considered 1%ers. Over the years, the AMA continued to grow. In addition to racing, they began to champion Motorcycle Rights and Safety. As time went on, others formed independent groups whose goals were similar to that of the AMA. Their inability or outright refusal to work together with the other groups resulted in a further separation of the Motorcycle Community and Culture.
In the 1970′s, rifts began to grow between some of the Outlaw/1% Clubs. By the 1990′s, the media had inflated stories about the conflicts into proportions that rivaled the tall tales of the old west. These tall tales invoked fear of the Outlaw/1% Clubs. Motorcycle Riders were lied to,. They were told to stay away from and fear the Outlaw/1% Clubs. The media began referring to Motorcycle Clubs as Motorcycle Gangs, a term meant to instill fear into the heart of the Public. Stories and rumors began surfacing, claiming these “Gangs” were ruthless and would kill or maim people for little or no reason at all.
By the early 21st Century, every minor conflict between Outlaw/1% Clubs was made into a book, made for TV movie, or docudrama. Titles like “Motorcycle Gang Wars In Your Back Yard” were common. Although real wars, conflicts, and suffering were occurring worldwide, the Corporate owned media chose to report fiction over fact. “The world is full of Kings and Queens who blind your eyes and steal your dreams…Black Sabbath”.
In 2009, a conflict between two rival Clubs was captured on Video at a “Biker Build Off” event. The coverage by the media and negative publicity was so overwhelming that in 2010, the United States Government passed a law banning all Outlaw/1% Clubs. In response, the Outlaw/1% Clubs put aside their differences and formed “Bikers United”.
The Bikers fought back stating the law was unconstitutional and un-American. Even as late as 2010, workers still clung to the misguided belief that they had rights and lived in a free Nation. The Bikers fought hard and came very close to winning, but without the support of the Motorcycle Rights Groups, The AMA Clubs, and the Independent Riders, all of whom had been brainwashed into believing the Outlaw Clubs were criminal organizations, they were defeated.
Many of the Outlaw/1% Clubs tried to stay together. The Clubs went underground, but after many raids and constant Government harassment, they had all but disappeared. In 2013, in an effort to ensure that the Outlaw/1% Clubs never returned, the Government decided to outlaw all Motorcycle Clubs and organizations.
The AMA, it’s clubs, and all of the Motorcycle Rights Organizations United in an effort to battle the Governments oppression. They tried to use many of the same tactics and strategies that the Outlaw/1% Clubs used. Unfortunately, the Government was much smarter and stronger this time around. They had learned many lessons in their fierce battles with the Outlaw/1% Clubs, and they used what they had learned against the united Clubs and Organizations. With no Outlaw/1% Clubs left to assist them and without the support of the Independent Riders, the United Clubs and Organizations were defeated.
In 2015, the Government passed a law that made it illegal to even look like an Outlaw on a Motorcycle. The Independent Riders banned together to try and fight the law, but by this time their numbers were few and there wasn’t anyone left to show them how to fight for their rights. After a brief protest, they too were soundly defeated.
In 2017, What was now a “Global Government”, in its infinite wisdom, decided that Motorcycles posed a danger to the public. They passed a law banning Motorcycle manufacture and use and destroyed all existing Motorcycles. This brought to an end, the History of Motorcycles. It would take until the year 2093 before anything even close to resembling a Motorcycle reappeared.
As a historian looking back at the History of Motorcycles and the Culture it created, it amazes me how powerful the Motorcycle Culture could have been had they not let every little thing separate them. Instead of embracing something they had in common and working together to protect it, the instead let their differences, the media, and the government divide them.
By the time the Bikers realized how much they were connected and needed each other, it was too late. Their numbers were certainly sufficient to achieve victory, but their failure to come together as Brothers and Sisters and work for the common good ultimately spelled their demise. Had they been victorious, it may have been enough to stop all of the oppression and tyranny that soon followed.
History is full of stories just like this one, over and over again. The ones who love and honor Freedom the most are taken down first and the rest fall like dominoes. Until the rebellion of 2057, we as a Global Society did not realize how important it was to put aside our differences. It may have taken awhile, but we finally figured it out…Just in time!
Your Bro L. J. James AmericanBikerX.com Listen to LJs Radio Show at BikerLowdown.com
Must Have Tips for Choosing a Scooter
The vehicle with two wheels and with engine, that’s all there was in a scooter. As time went by, scooters has become lot more stylish, user friendly and symbol of a smart choice. These days scooters come with lot more options that it used to be. It comes in different sizes and shapes. Of course it is smaller than a motorcycle. Engine is normally placed under the driver’s seat and positioned at the rear of the vehicle.
When talking about scooters, one cannot help but talk about the three top brands. They are almost synonymous. Many people use the name of these brands to mention scooters. Yamaha scooters, Vespa scooters and Honda scooters are the top three brands. One must have a good knowledge of the scooter parts. It not only helps to save time, but also saves money. For a simple quick fix you don’t have to call the experts, rather do it yourself. It is easy once you know it. Also shopping around for scooter parts can be exciting.
Vespa scooter model was originated in Italy. It is always known for its strong built model and durable design. The pressed body gives good protection to the engine. Dust and grease can never reach to the engine and damage it. It is said that the designer of this scooter was not an enthusiast. He just did a very professional job. Sure his design and other features made the scooter very popular. From a single model Vespa now has a complete line of products. The owner who started with this simple model of one vehicle now running a chain of seven different companies.
Honda scooters are well known for its ability to travel long distances with giving any trouble. It is praised for the comfortable rides. Its sharp and stylish looks make it popular among people of all ages. Honda scooters come with auto transmission which saves an extra headache. If you are looking for a fun and smooth ride, you are looking for Honda scooters.
Yamaha scooters are simple to operate and fun to ride. People who are looking for their first scooter, Yamaha scooter can be perfect match for them. It is also a good choice for an inexpensive transportation. These scooters are environmentally friendly an stylish. If you want to make a statement, this can be a smart choice.
The popularity of scooters are going up everyday. Mainly for smart looks and convenience. It is a very smart choice in a market where gas price is going up by the minute.
Motorcycle Trikes 101
When we were growing up the normal progression towards riding a two-wheel bicycle began with a tricycle. These three wheels helped us to grow accustom to pedaling and steering while providing the balance of three wheels and minimizing falls. Then we moved up to a two-wheel bicycle with training wheels. The same concept and advantages applied until we were ready to go it alone with only two wheels. Eventually, if we were bold and daring enough, our pedaling was replaced with a high performance motor and our two-wheeled bicycles became a motorcycle.
With the advent of a three-wheeled motorcycle known as a motorcycle trike, today the trend is being kicked backwards. Discovering how a motorcycle trike is created, along with its advantages and disadvantages, is important to know when considering this mode of transportation.
How a Motorcycle Trike Is Created
Prior to actually purchasing a ready-made motorcycle trike, the early day motorcycle trike was created through a conversion process. A conversion kit is needed in converting a two-wheeled motorcycle to trike. It could cost upwards of $9,000 for this conversion kit. It was, and still is, recommended that a professionally qualified conversion mechanic perform the switch.
By removing the rear wheel the conversion is accomplished. This rear wheel is replaced with the bolting on of two wider wheels that sit on the motorcycle’s differential and driveshaft. Other added on features include a rear wheel fender and other accessories selected by the owner. The conversion kit is then painted so that it matches the original motorcycle’s colors.
Advantages
A motorcycle trike features certain advantages over a traditional motorcycle. Stability is the obvious advantage. For example, when stopping for a red light, the driver does not need to straddle their motorcycle while waiting for the light to change. Additionally, when transporting a passenger there is a safety feature. The risk of tipping the bike over and compromising the safety of the passenger is minimized. Some disadvantages of owning a motorcycle trike include compromising your reasons for being a motorcycle enthusiast. You stand out because of the motorcycle’s uniqueness as well as the number of passengers clamoring for a ride, when you’re the owner of a motorcycle trike.
Less efficient gas mileage is another disadvantage. Also, your motorcycle trike will be similar to driving a car, specifically in how you steer.
Finally, if accustomed to riding a two-wheeled motorcycle there will be certain habits that will need to be overcome. Some of these habits include straddling your motorcycle when idling. With the added third wheel this is not necessary. Also, when parked, the transmission will need to be put into gear to prevent the vehicle from moving on its own. In addition, the added third wheel makes the motorcycle trike wider.
Motorcycle Clubs, Brotherhood Mentality v. The Gang Mentality
MOTORCYCLE CLUBS THE BROTHERHOOD MENTALITY VERSUS THE GANG MENTALITY
I want to talk a little about the Brotherhood mentality versus the gang mentality in the Motorcycle Club world . Now for those of you who may be asking what is the difference? I will set up a scene to help give you an idea! At a small Bar a member of a Motorcycle Club walks in he sees four Bikers playing pool, He can tell they are a bit nervous, They see his patches and they know who he is with. Now how does he act? Does he walk over to the pool table knock the 8 ball in the pocket say games over and tell one of them to buy him a beer? Or does he walk over introduce himself and let them know when they are done shooting pool they are welcome to stop over at the bar have a beer and talk with him! One is the gang way of thinking the other is the Brotherhood way of thinking! I really don’t think I need to tell you which is which!
Now one thing everyone needs to remember is all of the original Motorcycle Clubs Started out with the idea of being a tight nit group of Brothers and almost all of these Motorcycle Clubs where friendly to one another. Don’t forget many of the men who started the first MCs where returning home after serving their country during times of war. They were looking for that feeling of Brotherhood here at home that they had when they were fighting for our country. These were good men seeking adventure, looking to ride their Motorcycles and have a good time with others like themselves. Today most Motorcycle Clubs have gone back to that way of Club thinking, There are very few Clubs left that still have the Gang Mentality that was seen mostly during the 70′s threw 90′s. During the late 90′s things had just gotten too far out of hand and most Motorcycle Clubs began to realize the Gang Mentality was not the way it was meant to be and it was not the way they wanted it to be anymore, This was not what the Clubs were started for ! Many Clubs who had been friends were now fighting with each other. No one wanted to wear club support gear and things were just not fun anymore. These MC’s had all started their Clubs with the same ideals and ways of thinking, How and why had they grown so far apart that they now hated each other!
Well the answer to how is during the 50′s and 60′s the golden age of the Brotherhood years of Motorcycling, The Motorcycle Clubs were really big. During this great time many of the Biker Movies that came out portrayed Motorcycle Club Members as Bullies and Thugs. The Bikers in these movies would pick on those weaker then them, take over small towns and the Clubs in these Movies all fought each other just like the street gangs of the time! So of course over time many new Bikers came to believe that this was the way it was. So when New Clubs started this was how they would act and the Original Motorcycle Clubs now had members who where young kids looking to prove how tough they were by starting fights with each other. The Original Motorcycle Club Members had been threw real wars together and they were as hard as nails and had nothing to prove to no one! But many younger members felt that they had something to prove and would imitate the Biker Clubs from the Movies they had scene and soon it was Biker against Biker, Brother against Brother, MC against MC. Thus began the Dark age of the Motorcycle Gang Mentality years.
Now for the question Why did this Happen? Well When something Changes the way of thinking and being of Groups like the Motorcycle Clubs so far from their original ideals, You have to ask was it just an accident these movies did this? Or was there more to it? Was there a plan behind it? Is there someone or some group out there that would benefit from having these large groups of Motorcycle Clubs who are run in a very military fashion and are made up of many ex-Military Members fighting against each other? If these Clubs all got along and worked together the world could be a very Different place! The Motorcycle world certainly would be! Are there people out there who are afraid of this happening?
Today there are very few Motorcycle Clubs left that have the Gang Mentality. Most if not all have gone back to the Brotherhood way and the word Gang in the Motorcycle Club world has become taboo. Now as Motorcycle Clubs are beginning to get back to the way it was at the start and trying to put the past behind them, I am noticing that there are more and more Biker movies and TV shows Coming out. Will these shows show MC’s in a good way? Will they go out of their way to stir up the quarrels of the past? Will they show us as mindless thugs or bullies much as the Movie Wild Hogs did? Most Important will we let them influence who we really are? Or have we learned from our mistakes? If all continues to go well we could soon be making our way into the Second Golden age of Motorcycle Club Brotherhood back to where it all Started !!!
All Bikers need to ask themselves, Are you part of the Problem or part of the Solution?
I am Your Bro
LJ James with AmericanBikerX.com
Taken from a history book in the year 2095…
Many of the “facts” in this story are based on Legend and Myth as much of the history of the Motorcycle and it’s Culture was lost in the great rebellion of 2057.
Taken from a history book in the year 2095…
Motorcycles And The Culture They Inspire 1868-2017
Motorcycles started out as steam engines strapped on to bicycles in 1868. Soon after the gas engine took its place in the 1900′s there were Motorcycle shops and Dealers all over the World. For awhile, Motorcycle were simply used as transportation. In 1907, when Henry Fords, Ford Motor Company, released the Model-T at a price everyone could afford, the Motorcycle soon went from a necessity to a luxury item.
In the 1940′s, the Motorcycle Culture really took off. An organization called the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) held races and events all over the United States of America. In 1947, held an event in Hollister California. This event was attended by many of the AMA Racing Teams and Motorcycle Clubs. This event marks the beginning of the separation of Motorcyclists which eventually led to the end of Motorcycling in the year 2017.
Newspapers, being what they where in 1947, got a hold of some pictures of Motorcyclists having fun at the event. The press decided to embellish the facts and transformed the story of the first large motorcycle rally into a torrid tale of Bikers taking over a small town! More negative news stories soon followed. Eventually Hollywood joined the Biker bashing by releasing movies that portrayed Motorcyclists as lawless and evil.
The American Motorcycle Association, trying to end the bad press, responded by basically saying that the Newspapers had lied and that it was only 1% of Motorcyclists that caused problems. This resulted in the first ripple in the Unity of the Motorcycle World and the Medias’ hatred of Bikers.
Around the same time, the AMA began adding new requirements for motorcycles to be able to race in AMA sanctioned Races. Those whose motorcycles didn’t meet the new AMA requirements started their own Race Leagues. Because the new Race Leagues/Clubs were not AMA sanctioned, they soon became known as Outlaw Race Leagues/Clubs. Although many Bikers raced in both the AMA and Outlaw Leagues, another great separation had begun.
By the late1960′s, the separation of the Motorcycle Community was becoming more evident. There were now three basic groups. The American Motorcycle Association, Outlaw Clubs, and 1%er Clubs. All 1%ers were Outlaws, but not all Outlaws were considered 1%ers. Over the years, the AMA continued to grow. In addition to racing, they began to champion Motorcycle Rights and Safety. As time went on, others formed independent groups whose goals were similar to that of the AMA. Their inability or outright refusal to work together with the other groups resulted in a further separation of the Motorcycle Community and Culture.
In the 1970′s, rifts began to grow between some of the Outlaw/1% Clubs. By the 1990′s, the media had inflated stories about the conflicts into proportions that rivaled the tall tales of the old west. These tall tales invoked fear of the Outlaw/1% Clubs. Motorcycle Riders were lied to,. They were told to stay away from and fear the Outlaw/1% Clubs. The media began referring to Motorcycle Clubs as Motorcycle Gangs, a term meant to instill fear into the heart of the Public. Stories and rumors began surfacing, claiming these “Gangs” were ruthless and would kill or maim people for little or no reason at all.
By the early 21st Century, every minor conflict between Outlaw/1% Clubs was made into a book, made for TV movie, or docudrama. Titles like “Motorcycle Gang Wars In Your Back Yard” were common. Although real wars, conflicts, and suffering were occurring worldwide, the Corporate owned media chose to report fiction over fact. “The world is full of Kings and Queens who blind your eyes and steal your dreams…Black Sabbath”.
In 2009, a conflict between two rival Clubs was captured on Video at a “Biker Build Off” event. The coverage by the media and negative publicity was so overwhelming that in 2010, the United States Government passed a law banning all Outlaw/1% Clubs. In response, the Outlaw/1% Clubs put aside their differences and formed “Bikers United”.
The Bikers fought back stating the law was unconstitutional and un-American. Even as late as 2010, workers still clung to the misguided belief that they had rights and lived in a free Nation. The Bikers fought hard and came very close to winning, but without the support of the Motorcycle Rights Groups, The AMA Clubs, and the Independent Riders, all of whom had been brainwashed into believing the Outlaw Clubs were criminal organizations, they were defeated.
Many of the Outlaw/1% Clubs tried to stay together. The Clubs went underground, but after many raids and constant Government harassment, they had all but disappeared. In 2013, in an effort to ensure that the Outlaw/1% Clubs never returned, the Government decided to outlaw all Motorcycle Clubs and organizations.
The AMA, it’s clubs, and all of the Motorcycle Rights Organizations United in an effort to battle the Governments oppression. They tried to use many of the same tactics and strategies that the Outlaw/1% Clubs used. Unfortunately, the Government was much smarter and stronger this time around. They had learned many lessons in their fierce battles with the Outlaw/1% Clubs, and they used what they had learned against the united Clubs and Organizations. With no Outlaw/1% Clubs left to assist them and without the support of the Independent Riders, the United Clubs and Organizations were defeated.
In 2015, the Government passed a law that made it illegal to even look like an Outlaw on a Motorcycle. The Independent Riders banned together to try and fight the law, but by this time their numbers were few and there wasn’t anyone left to show them how to fight for their rights. After a brief protest, they too were soundly defeated.
In 2017, What was now a “Global Government”, in its infinite wisdom, decided that Motorcycles posed a danger to the public. They passed a law banning Motorcycle manufacture and use and destroyed all existing Motorcycles. This brought to an end, the History of Motorcycles. It would take until the year 2093 before anything even close to resembling a Motorcycle reappeared.
As a historian looking back at the History of Motorcycles and the Culture it created, it amazes me how powerful the Motorcycle Culture could have been had they not let every little thing separate them. Instead of embracing something they had in common and working together to protect it, the instead let their differences, the media, and the government divide them.
By the time the Bikers realized how much they were connected and needed each other, it was too late. Their numbers were certainly sufficient to achieve victory, but their failure to come together as Brothers and Sisters and work for the common good ultimately spelled their demise. Had they been victorious, it may have been enough to stop all of the oppression and tyranny that soon followed.
History is full of stories just like this one, over and over again. The ones who love and honor Freedom the most are taken down first and the rest fall like dominoes. Until the rebellion of 2057, we as a Global Society did not realize how important it was to put aside our differences. It may have taken awhile, but we finally figured it out…Just in time!
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Save Money on Gas By Getting a Used Motorcycle
High gas prices are probably here to stay. The destabilization in the Middle East and other oil producing companies has virtually guaranteed that we will not enjoy low gas prices ever again. Because of this, more and more people are looking to save money on gas. There are a number of ways to do this. The market is now flush with different kinds of hybrid cars and automobiles that operate on alternative fuels, but these vehicles can be quite expensive, especially if they are purchased new. Another alternative is the motorcycle and you might have been finding yourself interested in used motorcycles for sale.
Hybrid cars burn an average of about fifty miles per gallon. That is a pretty good rate, but a motorcycle can burn even less. Decent bikes can get well over fifty miles per gallon of gasoline and yet unlike a hybrid, there is no loss of power or speed. In addition, you don’t have to spend a lot of money on a bike. Motorcycles are typically much cheaper than cars, and used motorcycles for sale cost even less. You will be able to start your saving right away, and the money you save on gas will be an added benefit. There are plenty of places you can find used motorcycles for sale, and you have a plethora of choices.
Honda makes some great models, including several different types of sport and cruising motorcycles. Whether you are looking for speed or power, they make some of the best bikes out there. You can choose from the Hornet to the CB. Typically, Honda has a history of making quality products so if you’re in the market for used motorcycles for sale, you might want to consider this brand. If your heart is set on a Harley Davidson, then you’re also in luck.
Harley Davidson is, of course, the most famous of the American made motorcycles. It used to be that only serious bikers used to ride Harleys, but now people from all walks of life find them enjoyable. You would be just as likely to see an accountant on a Harley as you would a seasoned biker. The company has truly reached the main stream of the pop culture and now the bike has become a legitimate symbol of Americana. You can find plenty of Harley used motorcycles for sale, so locating the right one for you should not be a problem.
In addition to saving gas, a motorcycle offers a form of freedom that a automobile just can’t offer. There is no other sensation than like sitting on the seat of a bike as you cruise down the highway. Instead of being encapsulated by a roof and doors, you actually feel the open road. The only sounds you hear are the whipping wind and the roar of the motorcycle engine. You are not constrained and confined to the car seat and you are as much a part of the machine at it is you.