Harleys and biker culture..
#1
09-27-2018, 11:44 AM
Harleys and biker culture..
I got to thinking after reading the thread where the guy was looking for info on joining an outlaw MC. Some people made jokes about HOG members being patched and “looking hard” and others commented on “weekend warriors” etc. Then there was a thread where a guy was asking about do-rags and catching some grief. Last week I was having lunch with some friends and the husband was asking if I had been riding lately or something along those lines and then mentioned that he had watched Sons Of Anarchy and asked if I had. ( I had not seen it, but I have since watched a few episodes. )
I guess the 1% outlaw biker thing is tied to the HD brand but just wondered if any other brands have this kind of thing attached to it. I mean I don’t typically see a couple of guys riding BMW’s come into a restaurant with leather vests and do-rags. I don’t think I have seen guys riding on their dual sports throwing mean looks at people…lol. I did have a dual sport rider invite me to a group ride once (on road)and said he “thought” Harleys riders would be welcomed ..
My older brother had a Triumph for years and now rides a BMW GS1200 and doesn’t own any leather stuff.
For the record..I do have a leather jacket and vest, I don’t wear a do rag though, just never needed one I have thick hair, but can see where it would help the shaved head. I am not a HOG member but have looked into it briefly, but I pretty much like riding alone and going where I want to go when I want to go.
When I bought my first HD last year I just loved the look and the sound and have enjoyed the crap put of it. I don't particularly care what people think about it one way or the other just found this kinda interesting..thoughts?
I guess the 1% outlaw biker thing is tied to the HD brand but just wondered if any other brands have this kind of thing attached to it. I mean I don’t typically see a couple of guys riding BMW’s come into a restaurant with leather vests and do-rags. I don’t think I have seen guys riding on their dual sports throwing mean looks at people…lol. I did have a dual sport rider invite me to a group ride once (on road)and said he “thought” Harleys riders would be welcomed ..
My older brother had a Triumph for years and now rides a BMW GS1200 and doesn’t own any leather stuff.
For the record..I do have a leather jacket and vest, I don’t wear a do rag though, just never needed one I have thick hair, but can see where it would help the shaved head. I am not a HOG member but have looked into it briefly, but I pretty much like riding alone and going where I want to go when I want to go.
When I bought my first HD last year I just loved the look and the sound and have enjoyed the crap put of it. I don't particularly care what people think about it one way or the other just found this kinda interesting..thoughts?
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09-27-2018, 07:12 PM
Road Master
The image/sterotypes I've come across as a 30s something. Not my opinion just what I've overheard, so don't set it to my account.
Harley - the Son's of Anarchy bad boy thing
Harley Touring bike - Old man biker
Goldwing - old man biker who thinks avocados are spicy
Triumph - hipster trying to be like Son's of Anarchy but in an ironic way that you've probably never heard of before, wait where are my skinny jeans?
Suzuki GSXR - Gixer, also known as the bikers you usually see in a ditch after taking a corner faster than they had the skill for. Good for parts for your bike though.
Kawasaki/Yamaha liter bike - Power Rangers can go the speed of light! I'm not grumpy because I'm stiff and sore though, it's just because you didn't triple the speed limit.
Kawasaki/Yamaha Super sport tours - I like to go fast but my **** hurts.
BMW - Do you not have the latest gear? You can't ride without the latest gear. Slow down. Where's your hi-viz jacket?! Oh this isn't proper!
Adventure bikes - I wanted a dirt bike but had no truck to get it there on the streets
Dirt bikes - man that just looks like fun, and possibly annoying to people who need to be annoyed, where do I sign up?
Bike with a sidecart - it holds my top hat and ironic mustache paste that I couldn't fit on the Triumph... or I'm hunting ****'s, that too.
Sling Shot - I'm a biker! Why don't they wave? Wait, you mean to tell me I'm a car? Wtf? But I have one less wheel in the back like a motorcycle! What do you mean it's just a Cobra roadster short of a wheel?
Scooters - I like the feel of wind between my skirt. And I am too a biker! *cries gluten free tears*
Just the things I've overheard or seen over the years...
Harley - the Son's of Anarchy bad boy thing
Harley Touring bike - Old man biker
Goldwing - old man biker who thinks avocados are spicy
Triumph - hipster trying to be like Son's of Anarchy but in an ironic way that you've probably never heard of before, wait where are my skinny jeans?
Suzuki GSXR - Gixer, also known as the bikers you usually see in a ditch after taking a corner faster than they had the skill for. Good for parts for your bike though.
Kawasaki/Yamaha liter bike - Power Rangers can go the speed of light! I'm not grumpy because I'm stiff and sore though, it's just because you didn't triple the speed limit.
Kawasaki/Yamaha Super sport tours - I like to go fast but my **** hurts.
BMW - Do you not have the latest gear? You can't ride without the latest gear. Slow down. Where's your hi-viz jacket?! Oh this isn't proper!
Adventure bikes - I wanted a dirt bike but had no truck to get it there on the streets
Dirt bikes - man that just looks like fun, and possibly annoying to people who need to be annoyed, where do I sign up?
Bike with a sidecart - it holds my top hat and ironic mustache paste that I couldn't fit on the Triumph... or I'm hunting ****'s, that too.
Sling Shot - I'm a biker! Why don't they wave? Wait, you mean to tell me I'm a car? Wtf? But I have one less wheel in the back like a motorcycle! What do you mean it's just a Cobra roadster short of a wheel?
Scooters - I like the feel of wind between my skirt. And I am too a biker! *cries gluten free tears*
Just the things I've overheard or seen over the years...
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09-27-2018, 11:52 AM
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#5
09-27-2018, 11:58 AM
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Well, considering every actual MC out there requires a Harley (when they started it was an allied bike so it was Harley, indian, or Triumph I believe) then no, no one else gets that treatment lol.
Except crotch rocket kids all being labeled as traffic cutting wheelie riding douche canoes.
Except crotch rocket kids all being labeled as traffic cutting wheelie riding douche canoes.
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09-27-2018, 12:04 PM
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09-27-2018, 12:11 PM
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#9
09-27-2018, 12:15 PM
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When I bought my first bike last year (@54) I was told semi jokingly ,that I would need to rev the throttle at stop lights and develop a scowl. Also, wear more black.( I seldom wear any black). Scaring old ladies wouldn't hurt.
I dont do any of that cr@p.
I am a true failure as a real biker.
I dont do any of that cr@p.
I am a true failure as a real biker.
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