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I used to go to rallies all of the time. Had good times and safe times. But the older I get the more I don't really care for the crowds. I think it's probably been about 6 yrs since I have been to a rally. I love going to the Black Hills but I go off season. Less crowds. No lines. Hotels are cheaper.
Truly, in my experience, the motorcycle culture has the nicest, most helpful, fun-loving people I’ve ever met. Rallies are a positive experience, enjoy!
Right on!
Our first time to Sturgis. Just 3 guys in their 20s not knowing what to expect and made no plans. Just went. Broke down coming into town. A nice group saw us working and invited us to their house to park the bike and put it on a charger. We walked around while the bike charged up. When we came back the pointed us to a mechanic, as the stator had fried, and pointed us to hog heaven. Amazing people. While there got to talking to our camping neighbor who had a converted box truck. Found out he actually live close to us back home and rearranged his bikes to haul the broken one home for us. Another amazing group. Have always had a great time and always meet great people.
100 percent never Touch someone else's bike unless you ask. And they say it's okay..
Common Sense dictates that you not touch something that is not yours without the permission of the owner. If you are that person then someone did not teach proper respect of personal space.
Commen Sense that's the key issue It's like trying to find utters on a chicken
Just watched your video and overall I enjoyed it. I just have one exception, I’m pushing 80 (still riding)and have an older school approach. I feel that respect is earned, not just given. When I go to the different rallies or just out riding, I show people courtesy, which for me has always accomplished the same thing.
Have never had a desire for attending any biker rally perfectly content not doing so!
Haha same. On two wheels over four decades no interest in a rally just like to ride as much as possible while I still can.
@@XenaTheQuadCamBikah Same here. I ride to get away from people/stress of modern living and just be with my thoughts.
Everything John said is true. And it all comes down to Don’t start none,won’t be none. Love being at rallies and surrounded by like minded people.
Adding a point on passing a club. I understand the concept, but I think it’s ridiculous to a certain level.
If a club is traveling to impede the flow of traffic and they make it obvious, hey don’t mess with us. That is crap. They too can show respect and allow others ( especially faster) to pass.
Just my opinion.
Couldn’t agree more. That’s one thing in riding community that needs to end. Childish behavior.
Great video. Full disclosure, 30 year rider, 5 as a motorcycle traffic cop. Used to live a few hours from Daytona.. I attended my first event last year at the Arizona bike week.
It was a good time, but it’s not my thing. I’m going to attend a second one this year and see how it feels.
Not a fan of big crowds and some of the dumb stuff that happens, but I’m doing it again this year.
Well said John. All great points. Boils down to 3 words, courtesy-kindness-
respect. If your not sure about a situation. Just go the other way or find something else to. I've been to a lot of rally and never had an issue either. They're all good for fun, comoradiry, memories to enjoy for a lifetime, and great riding. I'd also recommend, after you've done one or two close rally and you're ready to spread your wings for a long destination rally, consider taking reasonable segments to get there. The journey to and from a rally are just as memorable as the rally. Blasting to Sturgis from NJ in two days may be fun, but you'll miss so much of this great country. Enjoy it. Well just my 2 cents. Great video brother, looking forward to seeing your trip with Cam. See ya soon. Be safe.
Good points Country thanks
I had a couple stop by my place to look at a trailer I was selling. They were both riding triumph adventure bikes. I had just returned home from Sturgis and we started chatting about it. They said they always wanted to go but they were always nervous about sturgis because they hear stories of hells angels causing trouble.. and more recently they were worried about antifa and other violent issues. I laughed and told them they should stop listening to propaganda and nonsense and just go. The riding is amazing and it’s a great time.
Also, be aware of your surroundings. I was on the Weirs one afternoon and some drunk a-hole on an orange street glide decided to do a burn out.. lost control and side swiped a parked bike in the middle parking strip. Knocked over 2 bikes.. and then he took off. Luckily my daughter was quick enough to get his plate number and we lifted the bikes back onto their side stands and left them a note.
Good info thanks
Thank you for speaking on this much appreciated
If only we all can get it. You know, Respect, common sense. Thank you for sharing
Great video and great advise. You touched on all the things I see people doing and it’s great you are spreading the word 🙏🏼
Thank you for the kind reminder for those that need a simple reminder on common courtesy. Keep safe brother!
You bet
More of this information needs to be shared across all motorcyclist and also non motorcyclist. A lot of people have in their mind they can do what ever they want with out repercussion. You might get yelled at, curse at or worst getting smack. I hope this page gets hundreds or thousands of share so people can start having common sense and courtesy for all motorcyclist and also clubs.
Americade would be a good starter rally, it’s like going to Disneyland 😂
Yep that was my first back in 2015 I think and been going every year since even during Covid.
Me and my son go every year we live 4-5 hrs away so it’s a great ride we stay 2 days do some test ride eat and drink a little great riding in that area do some bonding and go home . We went to loconia back in 2017 but we do Air Conditioning for a living and summer is our busy season so it’s difficult going to most rallies but always have a good time . There are some idiots but that’s anywhere.
Comes down to COMMON SENSE AND RESPECT
I remember going to MB bike week. I got a hotel room at the Bay View with a couple friends. Well we jumped in the elevator to go up to our room and a couple HA's got on with us. Turns out they rented out an entire floor. So we go to the room drop our stuff and head back to the elevator. Well we though the B on the panel was for the beach level. Well it was for the basement. Well the doors opened and there was a very large law enforcement presence. We knew why they were set up down there. So we all kind of looked at each other and waited for the doors to close. Well we much the G for the ground floor and the doors close. We get to the ground floor and walk out and there are a couple HA's in the lobby. I walked over to one and said "Hey man, no disrespect if you know already. But there is a shit load of guys in the basement that would like nothing more than to talk to you all in a room with a one way mirror and a camera if you know what I mean." The guy looked at me and said "Thanks for the heads up." As long as you don't act like an ass they will talk to you like a normal person.
I would say also, if you are somebody who gets sideways in the attitude department after a few drinks, abstain. A rally is not the place to be a sloppy or mean drunk if you intend to avoid trouble. You will get checked. Otherwise, you are 💯. Be humble, have fun, and you will love rallies.
True 👌👍
Agree w you 100%.. we always did everything you mentioned, respect, don’t touch somebody’s bike, .. it was just common sense and I’ve never seen a problem at any of the rallies I was ever at, no disrespect to me or my wife.. great video John
John, the fact that you’re giving advice about this says a lot 🤣 Is the nature of the beast my man!!
💯💯💯 straight out common sense💯💯💯
Great information John! So many new inexperienced riders that haven’t dealt with the biker community as others have. If someone goes to a rally with an ego the size of Texas, they may end up paying more than the trip would have normally cost them. Another great piece of advise to new riders is be you. Do NOT try or portray to be, something you are not.
Well said!
I have been riding for 34 years and never been to a rally. My enjoyment from motorcycle riding comes from riding great motorcycle roads. I despise being in any type of slow moving traffic and crowded roads. I have a group of friends who are the same. We make several weekend rides and a 6 day ride in September every year. Always looking for curvy countryside roads and good eats. Someone may talk me into a rally someday but it hasn't happened yet.
Only been to Myrtle Beach. Not my scene at all. I couldn’t believe how that particular rally is still taking place. I observed it was on the decline of attendance over the last few years.
Rally are gorgeous and you are perfect right respect people and you will have respect back !
Been going to rallies since biketoberfest 1999. Some of the best times of my life literally something for every enthusiast
Great advice,I enjoy your videos.
Absolutely true. We were riding up to Americade and there were 6 of us. We came up on a 1% club going slower then we were. I told my buddies to hang back and I slowly road up to the road Captain and asked for permission via hand signals if it was ok to pass. He gave me thumbs up so I fell back picked up my buddies and we slowly passed them and then throttled up. Couple hours later they found us in town and invited us to come hang out with them and I feel it was there way of saying thank You with out saying it for showing there club respect.
Really good points to display At motorcycle rallies ((and in general)) of things to do & not to do. >Don't disrespect others. >Do not touch other's bikes. >Greet, introduce self, shake w/ rt.hand. >Do not record club members. >Do not scurry away from a group you may be near & don't walk thru that group., rather walk around them out of respect. >When on a ride or group ride, do not pass an MC / Club group riding on the hiway. >MYOB. Be safe. thanx
Nicely composed email(or whatever it was) sent to you by that person. I have been riding since 1989 and although I have been to events local to me that have been Day rides, bike blessings, charity events, poker rides and such, I have never been to a rally per se, and this is a very good topic to have u speak about, I have encountered 1%ers at many of these events over the years and they seem mostly to keep together and to themselves and I have been directed at times upon arrival even though there is space to park my bike that this particular area is not quite the area to do that...
Please Go to Americade it is a Great Touring Rally. But only go if you are NICE. John your absolutely correct Mind your manners you will never have a problem. I ride a older Kawasaki Vulcan. I have never had a problem with any other bike group or club.
Follow Johns guidance and you can't go wrong.
The worst thing that has ever happened to me at a rally was in Surgis, as I was exiting a T Shirt store where the store front was rented to an outfit promoting an around neck massage gizmo. Sitting there was a 350 pound big burly biker who looked to be in bliss. I smiled and said, does that feel as good as it looks? I guess I startled him and he opened his eyes, looked at me and grinningly said: "It's giving me a chubster, you should try it". About an hour later I walked past a house rented by a 1% club, it's location at the foot of a hill where the police headquarters is situated atop the hill, and who do I see? That same guy. I smile, point to the cop shop and give the thumbs up to the party going on. The guy motioned for me to come over and once I got to him he offered me a beer
Great advice for everyday life!
Really good advice For new riders. Doesn’t matter where you go if you show respect you’ll never have problems
Me my daughter my wife are headed to our first rally in 2024 . Laconia here we come .all of us on our own bikes. I've been riding my whole life . My wife has 2 yrs and my daughter one season . Can't wait and hope too see you there !
That’s awesome have fun
Some great riding around the Laconia area….take advantage of it! Expect slow, heavy traffic in the “downtown” area. 👍
So use every day rules!
Very well said. I had to edit this, as I was writing while you were still talking, but you covered it all. He should especially feel OK with Americade. It's become pretty tame, AND is probably, unfortunately I think dying. GREAT riding up there in the Adirondacks, which is why we still go.
Yeah, 1% don’t like when you film them or their bike, saw that in Laconia
Good solid advice Brother. And agree that in amongst Bikers is the safest place kids and wives can be.
Was waiting for the vid, love the content!
Just recently got a Harley 07 sportster 1200, love it man, got a lot of things I wanna do to it, but riding is on top of the list haha!
Awesome good luck with it 👊👍
Don’t be in a hurry. Chill, and enjoy the experience. The occasional rude people/riders you run across are often in a hurry to get somewhere, to get a drink or food, and maybe ride past you in a tight situation where they shouldn’t. Let it go. Forget about it.
Awesome video John ride safe and enjoy always enjoy watching
glad you guys made back home safe i hope cam love the trip i know back in oct. was my first trip 400 mile around trip it was so fun. I've only been riding for 1 year and 5 months. I'm actually thinking about going to Sturgis this year I'm kind of of nervous though, never done one before and don't have anyone to go with
You can do it alone I would suggest take your time maybe 4 to 5 days getting there, but definitely safer with a buddy
Good info! Thanks!
Should I get Independent and Lone wolf patches on my vest? I have large Indian Motorcycles logos on the back of my vest. I guess it kinda looks like a club, but nothing with an MC obviously. I will probably just go ahead and order something small for the front and back to just show respect like you said.
Just in case anyone missed it... Do not touch anyone's motorcycle, ever! 😉 Good video mate, pretty basic stuff but we all had to learn this stuff some point. You have earned my subscription today 👍 *note- anytime in my 40+ years of riding when coming up on a 1% club, after following at a RESPECTFULL distance for a bit 'showing respect'!! I have always been waved to pass by the club tailgunner except a few times on twisty 1 laners than just hang back or pull off for a break if your nervous.
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I stopped going to rallies years ago... too many stupid people. Especially bad riders and bad wrecks. Theft is also a problem. Riding our bikes in stop and go traffic is an engine killer. You can attest to that. To each his own :-)
Good point Richard.
I dunno, I stay away from rallies because they just seem like their full of a bunch of lame boomers or gate keepers who pretend to care about freedom but have so many unwritten rules they want you to follow you would need a law degree to know them all. Respect is mutual and it’s always the guys who trailer their bikes, treat the locals like shit(which is why the locals hate rallies) and have huge egos who demand respect while giving none. I’ll stick to the smaller chopper shows where the vibe is much more live and let live. Sons of Anarchy killed the bike scene. Everyone concerned with club rules even when their not in a club. I’m not in your club, I’m not beholden to your rules, and I live in the USA. Everyone in the bike community has turned into hall monitors.
Good stuff. One of my coworkers just asked me to come to a rally this weekend in Daytona. I’ve never been to one ever. I just got my first bike not too long ago. I’d love to go, I personally have a problem with crowds of people. That alone makes me nervous. Even when I run across other riders on the road. Other riders make me so nervous. I know what it is. It’s the intimidation they give off. I can tell that they’ve been riding for a very long time. I simply just mind my own business every where I go. I haven’t even told my coworker if I would go. He said he’ll hit me up🤷🏽♂️. We’ll see what happens. But definitely great advice as always🤙🏽.
I think is more common sense, in a regular day, if you show respect you going to get respect, if not you going to pay consequences 🤷♂️ Have a good cold 🥶 day!!! Jersey in the house💪💪💪
I've been to several bike rallies. I've seen the 1% clubs I didn't bother them never had them to bother me.
I think a lot of times the problem starts when someone drinks enough alcohol and he's 10 ft tall and Bulletproof.
another tip - a glance an hot biker girl is ok but don't hit on a girl in a group .... you don't know who you may be stepping on.
Haha 💯👍
Awesome video thanks for the info, my wife and I just retired and have started riding. Dont know about going to rallies but the information was great. Thanks
Great Rules not only for Rallies, but the Road as well. Great Video. Subscribed 👍👍
Thank you Joey I appreciate that
Its the best feeling when you go to a rally ( im in the uk) and you admire a beautiful motorcycle and the owner actually say " sit on it.." ,,,, if you have permission normally ive been told " you wont drop the bike" , its the best feeling!!! ,
Got another tip that’s very important don’t touch anyone’s patches by padding them on there back just shake a hand
Yes !! 👍
Life rules to live by outside the motorcycle world.
Like your videos, all are very informative and interesting, I'm from New Jersey, but now live in Phoenix, Arizona since 1985. The weather here in Phoenix is all year riding, I have three motorcycles, my garage might could take a few more?
Hope to see you at Blues Bikes and BBQ in Rogers, AR in 2024!
Another thing to think about is to not even have a top, bottom rocker and center patch on the back of your vest. Some clubs will take offense to that even if you do not have a state or territory as the bottom rocker.
Excellent video. I’m inspired to create a video on this very topic. 💪🏽💯
Few years ago I was in Daytona walking around and seen some guy leaning on my bike. Let’s just say he learned a lesson that day.
I've been raised in Oregon an now live in Washington State, where there is not a lot of big biker rallies? Day events, or weekend event, but no huge Florida type rally?
Going to a rally is like going to a carnival. Mind your Ps & Qs.
I stay away from the rallies I like to ride
Let these clubs know when they ride around trucks on the highway to also show respect!!!! They are visitors to someone else’s home. We are doing a job and will return the respect we receive.
Big thing is don’t park in truck parking when stopping anywhere. Good way to get a bike dumped over or hit! It’s not your home!
Respect 🥰
What about a jacket covered in metal music patches? Would that get you in trouble?
Nah
Well said.
All great points, but should be common simple knowledge..Been to only Daytona & Laconia..People are people, treat people the way you wanted to be treated..everyone is there for a good time, all types of people from all walks of life..if you take it easy on the booze, and just chill you’ll be just fine..I tend to go a couple of days before a rally so I am able to ride and go to the sites before it gets really crowded,then hit the rally to look at bikes and people watch..ride safe everyone
Avoid crowds and just go ride, forget rallies.
Great job John!
All good info!
Americade is a great start for rally experience in the North East!
Be cautious using the term "BROTHER" as some may take offense if they don't know you.
The term "SIR" is ALWAYS RESPECTFUL..
Subordinate YOUR ego, be respectful, and remain humble and you will enjoy the ride/rally!
I like the 🍔 @ the rallys😊
Great video! Awesome advice. I am a lifelong rider and been to Americade probably 20 times and last year went to Laconia for the first time. Mind your own business and respect and there are no problems. I am also a Goldwing rider and have always rode metrics and honestly never felt uncomfortable even if outnumbered and surrounded by Harleys.
One day, i will ride into Laconia on a Harley 😉
Watch your alcohol consumption especially when you’re in a bar with 1%er’s inside. Do not park your bike too close to the bike to your left to where they can’t stand up their bike when they’re leaving. And lastly, this is just me but I always park my bike in first gear. Just Incase it rolls away and hits someone or something.
I agree about touching somebody's bike, touching my bike is like grabbing my wife. neither is acceptable and you will have a problem
Haha 👍👍
Rallys are overrated. I go to them for the ride but once I get to the rally I can careless for them. They are like fireworks and airshows. Once you see one you see them all.
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My sunglasses are my seeing glasses ill be blind lol.
Was in San Diego back in 2019. I go to every Harley dealership when I'm on vacation to get a shirt and poker chip. We visited the HD in San Diego. They were having a huge event. The 1% HA club was there. They had a canopy set up. We were walking back to our rental car and I started walking past their set up. I had a prospect step in front of me and asked me where I was going. Told him I was going to my car. He said ok and stepped aside. Not sure why he did this. We weren't walking through their booth. I didn't act scared or intimidated told him where i was going and kept on walking. Maybe he was trying to look good for his sponsor.
Great video
Thanks!
Great information. Most of it is common sense, also an unspoken rule. Riders need to know the rules of motorcycle etiquette.
Very true!
Lotta ppl worry about Clubs. Mainly one or more of the dominants.
Trust me if you’re not trying to be on some BS; they do not care about u one bit. You’re a inconsequential civilian. Not one Club member gonna just go start shit with a civilian. Or extremely rare. It just draws heat.
Be safe have fun
Respect is #1
Use the golden rule.
True 👍
The whole don’t pass when it’s a two lane road or more is so childish. Grown men who get upset and want to fight you over that are incredibly immature.
Any rider should be able to pass anyone going slower than they want to ride because that same group would pass you without a second thought or in an attempt to show their “dominance”.
Everything else you mentioned is common universal respect and spot on.
I go to the first one, one in summer and last one, do one charity ride, always had safe good times, common sense rules, don't ever touch another's ride.
The main reason the CMA does not do top or bottom rockers at all. As our moto goes: "We are here if you need us." Other than that, we give a wide birth to the 1%ers and other Riding groups. The respect has indeed been and still is a two way street. As in all things know your place and respect others.
You have everything on your bike except a Baker Transmission. Get that stock garbage off that bike please.
I find it interesting that after spending close to 20 in the grocery industry, how just the basic tenets of Respect are the same for both biker and the service industries. Simple basic respect gets you so much more.
Why should I conform to their rules, they need to conform to the laws and leave those little boy games at home. It don’t impress anyone!
It’s pretty funny that people wanna act all tough but in general don’t act like an idiot and you’ll pretty much be okay in all aspects of life. Not just at rallies 😂
Yea, that "don't touch someone's bike" thing; that's a real thing. If you're not my one, long-term riding buddy, or my brother-in-law, just don't touch my shit. It's just another Harley, but it's mine. Just don't. It's rude.
Oh ya one day on a two lane highway, I 95, a guy on a bike holding a bag of some sort in one hand was in the left lane and I was in the right lane after having passed a few cars from the left lane and the right lane u know lane shopping, I passed him on the right, well about 5 miles down the road I got off my exit and he followed behind and at a stoplight not far up the road he pulled up on my left and said something about why u pass me on my blind side?! And I shrugged my shoulders and said sorry and then he pushed my shoulder hard I fell over dropping my bike and he did a u-turn and sped away to the highway on ramp!! Do u know what I did to have this happen?
Not sure, could have he possibly been in a club?
The best bet is to know what kind of rally you want to attend because, for some rallies, if you're not a recognized 1% or outlaw MC leave your patches at home. You'll avoid the Who are you, where are you from then it goes south from there.
Have a question, I have a vest with patches but no affiliation to MC. They are American Indian Movement patches. Do you think I would have any issues? No Rockers or anything. Just representing my family, my Native family.
Absolutely not
I was mildly interested in this but after the 5 minute intro I had to tap………..
Great video Big John! Best advice - have fun and be courteous. Remember “kindergarten rules” apply and you’ll be just fine. I’ve been to many rallies alone and with a group and never have had any issues. There’s lots of really cool and interesting people out there with all of the same interests - riding motorcycles and enjoying the freedom. There are all kinds of personalities out there and everyone is out to have a good time. Stay safe out there. 🤜🏼
So true!
Don't wave to other bikes during rallies
It’s wild that these simple things have to be covered. Simple rule, be a good human. Don’t be a dick.
Hey, I really enjoy your videos. In this video, I wanted to ask you a question about something. This is probably going to sound somewhat strange, but here goes. I'm a black man, and I've been to a couple of rallies. I just wonder if you think I would have any issues with some of the other bikers because of my color? I am mixed, lol, but I was wondering. I've actually been riding with some 1%ers in the back of the group. I'm from a small town in West Virginia. There are not many black bikers here. I don't want to go to black bike week, which I've seen on CZcams. I don't get into the crotch rocket bike's. I just live and love Harley's. Just wanted your thoughts on this. Thank you very much! May the angels on the highway watch over you!
You will definitely not have any issues. I’m sad you feel this way. I’ll be in Daytona come find me I’ll take you around 👊👍