Motorcycle Club Rules For Non Club Members...

The rules of a non club member is that there are no rules. That's the beauty of it. You don't have to follow someone else's rules. You can be your own man.

As someone who HAS been in an outlaw 3 piece 1% club, I'll say the majority of clubbers DO expects to be viewed higher than non clubbers and DO think the deserve a level of respect that they themselves don't have to return, and it's BULLSH!T. I found it laughable that so many considered themselves a badass now they are in a club when before they were a clubber they were just regular dudes. Not disrespecting clubs BUT far too many of these guys forget that the MAN MAKES THE PATCH, THE PATCH DOESNT MAKE THE MAN.

As a OMC 1% member, I just base everything off of respect. I keep it simple and easy. I’m not going to randomly mess with anyone, I’m not going to “patch police” anyone, I’m not going to degrade anyone, those days are gone as they should be. My club knows how I feel about that sh*t. I treat independents and RC’s the same way I’d treat another 1%. If you aren’t stepping on my toes, impeding on my life, or being disrespectful then you aren’t my problem or concern.

I'm a US Marine, and looked into joining one of the USMC clubs about 10 years ago. I rode as a "prospect" for a few months, and got sick of the rules. I once saw an active duty Gunnery Sgt running to get members beers and cigars. As a man and Marine, it was embarrassing to watch and it just wasn't for me. It also took 3 hours to ride 50-60 miles because there were so many stops to hook up with more members. No real riding. No offense to MCs, the guys I know are cool and I like them, but I'd rather be unaffiliated ...like the last 41 years. Good video!

In the 90s Buddy visited my house, took his cut off, folded it neatly and placed it on the deck rail. I respected that and he showed his respect for my house. I often think of that.

I treat anybody with the same respect they show me. I grew up in the street before I started riding and I learned quick you get what you give and nothing more.

Hell this is just great advice in general in dealing with anyone. Something that seems to be sorely missing in society as of late.

I don't think the problem is or ever was a matter of "respect." I think the issue is that MC's want to be treated special, not simply respectfully, as if they aren't regular people. I find it fascinating that a culture that is so big on respect is well known to be routinely and arbitrarily disrespectful.

Excellent video. Independent riders are truly a culture different than clubbers. When the two come together they don't always understand one another. Many clubbers completely transform their identities to everything surrounding the club. Independents still have a fire of independence that rails in the face of group think. Often clubbers think we are the last bastion of freedom in America, but truly its the independent who is free. Clubbers have more rules going on than the US military - where as independents are truly free! Ride on independent riders, I often times miss that life. Black Dragon Lifer BSFFBS

Great advice and it definitely helped he in a time when I was questioning my worth and position in my organization and our family. You reiterated to me some of the things I joined for. I needed this video and it showed up at the right time! I am now subscribed to your channel and I liked the video!

I'm 75 years of age- been riding for over fifty years. Never been a member, don't ride with groups. I try to treat people, whether they are casual riders or the hard-core like I want to be treated. I don't wear a "cut", I wear a vest- when the weather permits. I understand that most club members value their cut very highly- it's like the badge that I wore for 40+ years. I earned it and if I'm wearing it- I expect to be treated courteously- not respected- you earn that. I've interacted professionally with probably close to a hundred bikers over the years and can honestly say that bikers, once you establish that you ride too, won't have a problem from me.

Nice job & good info. I've been riding for over 40 yrs solo, I never had any interest in clubs-too many rules & personalities for me I got enough of that at work and in the Army.

Big Smitty, thanks. This was some really good, useful and practical information that could save you a small fortune with a dental surgeon. It also reinforces what some of us were fortunate enough to learn from our parents and grandparents. Again, thank you kindly sir.

Loved the topic and video, Big Smitty. When I was growing up, I was reminded many times to, mind my manners. It was ingrained in me from a early age. I did likewise with my children as they grew up. Mind your manners, and you should be just fine with any public setting you may be in. Great vlog Big Smitty! Ride and stay safe down in big Texas!

I've been riding motorcycles since I was a kid some 50 years ago, and never belong to a club and never really had a desire too. I respect everyone I come in contact with and desire the same. If a person joins a MC to appear as, or wanting to become some bad guy, with an outlaw mentality. I think they have some mental issues that need addressing. With that being said, there are plenty of MC's out there that have good morality and have no problems with who comes up to them etc. Usually their top rocker tells you their frame of mind so, be careful when approaching a barking dog.

Lady Timberwolf here. I think your comments were spot on. You should ALWAYS be courteous and respectful to others. Especially if you are not familiar with them. Never take liberties that have not yet been granted you. I think you did a great job conveying your message. Keep up the good work.

I'm always amused when people don't understand respect gets respect. Great vid!

This is some great information mate, respect everyone doesn't matter who you are. Thank you mate great video especially to someone who has never been in a club.

Thank you for an excellent video. It all boils down to simple respect You did a good job of explaining it in a manner that gets the point across even to non-riders. Keep up the good work.

You have missed why they were called outlaws. They were cutting parts off of their bikes to lighten them up for AMA sanctioned races. The AMA decided that they were not complying with the rules and therefore they were "Out Lawed" from racing in AMA sanctioned events. Most noted was the 1947 Holister California events.