Motorcycle Organizations You Should Know About Part 2

Hello Everyone,

Welcome to part 2 or our series on "Motorcycle Organizations You Should Know About".  We do hope the first article was very informative and enlightening.  Yesterday we highlighted Motorcycle Safety Foundation(MSF) and Brotherhood Against Totalitarian Enactments(ABATE).  Today we will highlight American Motorcyclist Association(AMA) and our personal favorite Aid to Injured Motorcyclist/National Council of Motorcyclist(AIM/NCOM).  Enjoy

American Motorcyclist Association(AMA) www.ama-cycle.org

Since 1924, the AMA has protected the future of motorcycling and promoted the motorcycle lifestyle.  AMA members come from all walks of life, and they navigate many different routes on their journey to the same destination:  freedom on two wheels.  As the world's largest motorcycling organization, the AMA advocates for motorcyclists' interest in the halls of local, state and federal government, the committees of international governing organizations, and the court of public opinion.

Through member clubs, promoters and partners, the AMA sanctions more motorsports competition and motorcycle recreational events than any other organization in the world.  AMA member receive money saving discounts from dozens of well-known suppliers of motorcycle services, gear and apparel, bike rental, transport, hotel stays and more.  The AMA is everything motorcycle.

AMA membership is as follow: 

Champion $39 a year with free AMA roadside assistance
Defender $49 a year to help protect your right to ride 

As an active member of the world's largest motorcycling advocacy organization, you'll receive:

Free AMA Roadside Assistance
Access to money-saving benefits

Monthly Newsletter - American Motorcyclist
Access to more than 3,000 AMA sanctioned road rides and other events
The ability to enter AMA Racing competition events
Discount on motorcycle gear, apparel and equipment

And most importantly the satisfaction that comes with knowing you're helping safeguard the motorcycling lifestyle through the work of AMA watchdogs who ferret out bad motorcycle laws and ensure the future of the sport.

Help safeguard the future of motorcycling.

For more information on the AMA and their membership benefits visit their website.

Aid to Injured Motorcyclist/National Council of Motorcyclist (A.I.M/NCOM) www.aimncom.com

A.I.M/NCOM is a nationwide legal services with affiliated law office in every state and Canadian Province to serve the legal needs of the motorcycling community ( All The Lawyers Are Motorcyclist who better to have fighting for your rights).  A.I.M. is dedicated towards informing all motorcyclists of their legal rights and help protect and enforce those rights.  

 

A.I.M is 100% Free to all motorcyclist, and there are currently 2 Million A.I.M. Members throughout North America.

This organization is sponsored, completely financed by the Law Offices of Ricard M. Lester(Founder and a Motorcyclist) and is designed to give more complete medical and legal protection to motorcyclists throughout the USA and Canada when involved in an accident.  If your are involved in an accident, your A.I.M ID card instructs emergency medical personnel to call the toll free 1-800 ON-A-BIKE Emergency Hotline and the 24 hour A.I.M. operator will relay your critical medical information and will then immediately notify the emergency contact listed on your membership form.

A.I.M. Also provides the following Free Services:

Lifetime Emergency Membership I.D. Card

24-hour Hotline for all emergency medical personnel

Emergency accident notification

24-hour Free Legal Consultation for all accidents throughout North America

Immediate investigation of all accidents

24-hour Criminal Defense phone consultation

In addition to providing medical protection and legal resource, A.I.M. is also the sole financial sponsor of the National Coalition of Motorcyclists.  The A.I.M attorney legal fees ( a percentage of your damages only if there is recovery), are equal and in some cases, lower than other attorneys.  These fees are in part, donated back to finance N.C.O.M.  However, being an A.I.M. member does not obligate you to use any of the A.I.M. attorneys.

The program currently has three main sections:

Consumer Protection - Making roads safe for motorcyclists and creating liability if they're not

Education - Informing the general public of the problems of motorcyclists and continuing the "Know Your Rights" talks and the A.I.M./NCOM legal/legislative newsletter so that all motorcyclists will be aware of their rights and thus, be able to protect them.
And finally, the most important section, Assistance to the Injured Motorcyclist - Volunteers that will go to any motorcyclist that has been involved in an accident, inform him/her of all rights and help in their hour of need.

110 Offices through North America

Free Legal Consultation

No Recovery = No Fee

We Make House Calls

Attorneys In Every State and Province Who Ride

No Fee on Motorcycle Damage Recovery

Also Auto Accidents

 

Keep your A.I.M. card in your wallet for legal protection any time, anywhere ...
and we hope we never hear from you!

Aid to Injured Motorcyclist - (800) 521-2425 24hour Legal Assistance

Aid to Incarcerated Motorcyclists - (800) 235-2424 24hour Legal Criminal Defense

                   

National Council of Motorcyclist www.aimncom.com

NCOM is the other half to A.I.M.  NCOM has over 1000 motorcycle clubs and organizations.  NCOM is not for individual membership but for motorcycle clubs as a whole to join.  If you belong to a club then your club should belong to NCOM.

As a member of NCOM you would become part of a nationwide united voice that speaks out to protect the rights of motorcyclists and the the future of motorcycling.  Throughout networking with other groups, clubs and associations, we can strengthen our political clout and become more aware and educated int he process.

In addition to networking valuable information and experience, your group would have access to a databank of motorcycle information, legal and legislative services, discrimination protection, speaker program, loan program, safety projects, public awareness and promotional assistance.  Your group would be invited to attend the Annual NCOM Convention, the Annual Board of Directors meeting and regional meetings.  Your group's input could help chart a new course for bikers rights in America.

All we ask in return is that you ensure that each member of your organization receives a free Aid to Injured Motorcyclists (A.I.M.) emergency ID care.  Unlike other associations, NCOM is not supported by membership dues and does not solicit funds from member groups or individuals.  All operating costs are paid through the A.I.M. nationwide network of attorneys who are the sole financial support for NCOM.  A.I.M. attorneys contribute a significant portion of their legal fees from motorcycle accident cases back into motorcycling by providing all funding for NCOM...a way of recycling money from motorcycling back into motorcycling.

The National Coalition of Motorcyclist would be a stronger voice with your organization's participation.

For more information please go to their website and the other organizations we have featured in this two part series and make an informed decision.

Motorcycle Organizations You Should Know About Part 1

As we spend all this money on our gear, "hooking" up our motorcycles we need to also pay attention to legislation and see what laws are affecting us as motorcyclist.  As a motorcyclist you should at least join a motorcycle rights organization so you can stay informed.  These organizations are here to fight for our rights.  They are motorcyclist as well, they are not outsiders.  They have a stake in this as we do so their passion is their passion. 

With recent legislation that was trying to get passed for example the South Carolina Helmet Law, the pipe law in NYC, harassment that is taking place against motorcyclist these organization are here to help.

I will be listing four organizations I'm apart of.  We will list two today and the other two tomorrow.  Take your time to research these organizations and see what's best for you but join at least one organization.

Motorcycle Safety Foundation(MSF) http://www.msf-usa.org/  -The Motorcycle Safety Foundation® is the internationally recognized developer of the comprehensive, research-based, Rider Education and Training System (MSF RETS). RETS curricula promotes lifelong-learning for motorcyclists and continuous professional development for certified Rider Coaches and other trainers. MSF also actively participates in government relations, safety research, public awareness campaigns and the provision of technical assistance to state training and licensing programs. The Motorcycle Safety Foundation is a national, not-for-profit organization sponsored by BMW, BRP, Ducati, Harley-Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki, KTM, Piaggio, Suzuki, Triumph, Victory and Yamaha.  If you have any questions concerning training and safety this is the place to go.  They offer group training, individual training as well.  

There is no membership fee but they do accept donations.  Your contributions make a difference. Once hundred percent of your contributions goes to work for the National Motorcycle Safety-Fund none is lost to cover administration or other related costs.  

   
Here's a small sample of some key programs you'll be supporting: 

Assisting in the development, production and distribution of educational material on riding responsibly and the perils of riding under the influence of alchol or other drugs.  Producing and distributing rider-awareness public service announcements, seminars and video aimed at educating car drivers on the importance of noticing motorcyclists.  Developing and distributing on-and off-highway riding tips booklet and other materials. Supply helmets and other training materials and aids to rider-training sites across the nation. 

Their slogan is "We're motorcyclist working for motorcyclist and we need your help"   

Brotherhood Against Totalitarian Enactments (ABATE)  http://www.abateny.org/  The name alone should let you know this  organization means business.  ABATE fights for the rights motorcyclists.  There are essentially ABATE chapters throughout the United States and abroad.  They promote motorcycle safety, awareness and education.  There are membership dues associated with ABATE but that's OK because how else are they going to fight our fight.  There are three levels of ABATE membership of NY and they are Full Member $25 per year, Associate Member $20 per year and Member at Large $25 per year.  For explaination of each membership level visit their site.  

If you live in NY here is a brief description of the NY ABATE chapter but do keep in mind there are ABATE chapters throughout the United States. 

 ABATE of New York Aims and Purposes

A.  To review and inform our members about federal, state, and local levels 
      of government motorcycle legislation and to promote favorable 
      motorcycle legislation regarding the following:

1. Insurance
2. Licensing
3. Modifications
4. Bans
5. Restrictions
6. Emissions
7. Noise Levels

B.  To improve road condition thus making roads safer for motorcyclists.

1. Alerting the D.O.T. of dangerous roadway conditions.

C.  To help prevent accidents through education.  

     1.  Promote motorcycle awareness programs for all motorists.  

     2.  Promote rider education course for motorcyclists.  

     3. To work towards insurance reductions through motorcycle 
         rider education and lower motorcycle accidents.

D. To promote positive community relations.

1. Active participation in activities benefiting the common welfare of the community.
2. Active participation in events sponsored by/for charitable organizations.

E. To promote political involvement of motorcyclists.

1. Informing members how elected or appointed government representatives voted on legislation affecting motorcyclists.
2. Encouraging members to register and vote.
3. Encouraging qualified members to run for public office.
4. Encouraging members to write their representatives at federal, state, and local levels, on all issues concerning motorcycles: Favorable or Unfavorable.
5. Attending motorcycle events and distributing information on current status of motorcycle legislation. Report on elected officials at all levels of government who approve or disapprove of said legislation.
6. To act as an information source to help discrimination against motorcyclists.

F.  To act as a legislative liaison between motorcyclists and goverment 
      authorities, police departments, government agencies, insurance 
      compaies, and other organizations.

G.  To report and discourage biased news reporting of motorcyclists.

H. To present and promote a better public image of motorcyclists.  Keeping 
     ABATE of NY, Inc. Sponsored events orderly and peaceful.

TOMORROW PART TWO OF MOTORCYCLE ORGANIZATIONS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT!! 

 

Motorcycle Safety - THINK!!

We can never stress motorcycle safety enough.  It saddens me when I hear about a motorcyclist passing away on a motorcycle.  The first question I think we all ask are:  How did they go?  What happened?  The answers are usually the same the car didn't see them, they swerved quicker than the car could respond, they were dipping in and out of traffic, whitelining, speeding, etc.

As motorcyclist, motorcycle safety should be the first and last things on our minds.  We have to remember that a motorcycle is a chair that can go 190mph.

We at Biker-Space have complied a list of things motorcyclist should consider when riding when it comes to their safety.  These are things as motorcyclist we need to do as a matter of fact we must do when it comes to our safety.  If you know of anything else that you would like to add feel free.

• Ride defensively at all time.  I don't care if it's an open road.  Your mind should be thinking of the what if and what will be your out.  A deer, dog or cat can come out on you in the middle of the highway and yes it has happened and unfortunately they didn't make it.  It was late at night and he assumed it was all good.

• Always stay aware of all cars around you.  Really watch their movement.  Eventually you will just get a feeling like this mofo is getting ready to do something stupid.  When you stay aware you can call it right on time.

• Always look at least four to eight cars ahead of you not just the car in front of you.  The car in front of you may not be paying attention and by the time he/she pays attention to what's happening up ahead it's too late they are in the mix of the accident.  At least if you are looking ahead you have time to decide how you are going to react to the situation.

• Never ride up on a car.  There is no need to be on their bumper.  If the car suddenly stops you will be in the backseat of their car.  If you are on their bumper you have not stopping distance.  There is no room to maneuver around the situation and if a car is behind you, it's going to be real ugly.

• Really realize the power and the speed of your motorcycle.  You can be up on a car within three seconds flat and make a move and the driver of the car doesn't know the speed of your motorcycle so they figure they have enough time to move out of your way and the crazy thing is they are going in the same direction your motorcycle and now it's too late.  They think they have time.

• Use your mirrors.   Use your mirrors.  We can't stress that enough.  They are there for a reason.  You should get in the habit of also looking over your shoulder as that extra precaution.  If you drive a car driver you know there is a blind spot so it don't hurt to do the little extra move.

• Learn to use both brakes.  Most people either use the front brake and when you coming at a high speed and have to stop they will be thrown over the bike.  If you are only using the back brakes then you will fish tail and start swerving.  When you use both of your brakes it increases your stopping power and it's more safer that way.

• Swerving in and out of traffic.  When you dip in and out of traffic you have to aware that cars do the same thing without signaling and most of them think they can beat you to the lane and we know they can't.  When swerving in and out of traffic and you suddenly end up in the lane realize that we some times scare the motorist.  Either they are going to move back into their lane or just panic.  Use caution and look before you swerve.

• Always use your signals.  Use them use them use them.  Most of us have them in our mirrors, in the front and the back.  They are there to help us be more visible when we are crossing lanes.  Let the cars know what direction you are going.  You should start signaling as soon as you have it set in your mind which direction you are going before you head in that direction. 

• Whitelining.  I hate whitelining but I do it because I'm not going to be stuck in traffic at all period.  Definitely not on a motorcycle.  But you need to white-line with safety in mind and realize what you are doing is very dangerous.  When you white-line use your horns and rev your motorcycle to let the cars know you are coming through the middle.  You should not be speeding along the white-line because as cars sit in traffic and they see a opening they just come over with or without signaling.  If you are speeding you have no way of stopping in time, you will be in their back seat or side door.  Ride at a decent speed to allow you to stop.

We can't depend on cars to consider our safety, that is something that me must do for ourselves and stop assuming it's all good.  Stay aware to stay alive. 

Ride2Live**Live2Ride

 

Upcoming Motorcycle Events June 25-27, 2010

Hello my motorcycle community

Here's a list of what we have at Biker-Space.com in reference to Motorcycle Events that are occurring around town this weekend.  If you have any Motorcycle Events that you would like to be added to this blog our website send us an email to biker_space@yahoo.com.  You can also twitter us @ www.twitter.com/bikerspace1 or facebook us @ www.facebook.com/bikerspace1.

Well with whatever you end up doing do it on two wheels and remember to Ride2 Live Live2Ride be safe.

N2Deep Sistas Evolution Weekend - June 25-27

Friday meet and greet 8pm-12am @ National Past Times Sports Bar -- Gaylord National 201 Waterfront Street National Harbor, MD 20745.  They will be playing Wii, Spades, Bones, have Jello Shooters.

Saturday -- The Pink Charity Ride & Cookout 11am-5pm 13551 Fort Washington Road, Fort Washington, MC 20744 Picnic Area A.  Registration for ride is from 9am-10am

Saturday night -- Deep Luv - Part IV, The Evolution 10pm-2am @ The Knights of Columbus 3611 Stewart Road Forestville, MD 20744

For more information contact:  Storm (301) 919-7781, Juicey (301) 440-1382, Spy C (804) 319-7028

Most Wanted MC Clubhouse Pre-Grand Opening -- June 25 10pm-6am Location:  The Hideout 545 West Ave Rochester, NY

Bikers For Babies Run The Ghetto Coalition Presents 15th Annual Mother Hale House

For the last 15 years the Ghetto Coalition proudly sponsored this charity bike run which donates truck loads of pampers for the needy children of the Mother Hale House organization. So please come [bike or not] and show your support for this great cause.

Saturday June 26, 2010 At Black Boot Saloon 332 Stagg Street, Brooklyn NY 11206 Doors Open at 9am  Breakfast Served from 9am to 10:30am RUN DEPARTS AT 11am SHARP!

Destination:  Mother Hale House 152 West 122nd Street New York, NY 10027

Bring a Donation of Pampers or Baby Wipes NO ALCOHOL BEFORE RUN!
After Party at Black Boot Saloon


Executive Sponsors:  Ghetto Coalition  Ralphie Figueroa  P.C.

Hair Elegance Plus Presents:The 3rd Annual Ahman (Quest) Fralin Memorial Scholarship Hair and Fashion

Sunday, June 27, 2010 Location:War Memorial Building, 1 Memorial Drive Trenton, NJ 08628
Doors Open @ 4pm, Dinner Served @ 5pm & Show Starts @ 6pm  Cost per ticket:$ 45.00   Contact:  Mayhem (267) 401-3299 or Jaycee (302) 293-8339

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What is the best motorcycle manufacture? What is the best bike?

I'm gonna be starting something in the infamous words of Micheal Jackson, so men let the testosterone's rip and if any ladies want to join in the conversation you are more than welcome.

What really is the difference in manufactures of motorcycles?  When I go my first motorcycle it was a 99 Katana made by Suzuki that a brought from a club member.  Now when I wen to upgrade to the 1000 I naturally went for the Suzuki not that I new the difference in manufactures.

Now when I ask this question to the guys in my clubs the conversation when haywire this one saying Suzuki is the best, no Kawasaki is the best, no Honda, no Yamaha is the best , Ducati, Buell, Harley and of course let's go outside and race and then we will see then.  I just love being around men cause you guys are so funny when it comes to conversation like this.

So what is your opinion and why did you pick that manufacture and compare your choice to the others.  Keep it funky and let's have fun with this blog post.

I look forward to the hopefully many, diverse and interesting comments.

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