What is the 1% diamond patch?
Some outlaw motorcycle clubs can be distinguished by a “1%” patch worn on the colors. This is said to refer to a comment by the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) that 99% of motorcyclists were law-abiding citizens, implying the last one percent were outlaws.
What is a diamond motorcycle club?
It means 1%er as in they are the 1% of motorcyclists who are/ identify as outlaws/ criminals and are not represented or a part of the American Motorcycle Association.
What do outlaw biker patches mean?
Biker patches are worn by members of motorcycle clubs as a form of message to let people know which clubs they belong to. A three-piece design is often regarded as the outlaw motorcycle club patch. Clubs that have three or more patches are not recognized and do not form part of the American Motorcycle Association.
What does 13 mean for bikers?
The letter M, being the 13th letter of the alphabet, often is said to stand for marijuana or motorcycle. Generally, it is assumed someone wearing a 13 patch is either a user of marijuana or other drugs, or is involved with the sale of them. The M also has been known to stand for “methamphetamine”.
Why do bikers put their hand down?
This is a way of expressing respect towards the other motorcyclist. It’s our way of saying, “Hello! Keep the rubber side down, keep both wheels on the ground”. It signifies that the rider is wishing the fellow rider to stay safe and ride safe.
How many patches should a biker patch have?
There is no applicable rule in designing a biker patch. However, there is a difference between biker clubs and motorcycle associations where the latter only has two patch designs while the former has only one patch design.
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What is a club with three pieces patches?
Clubs that have three or more patches are not recognized and do not form part of the American Motorcycle Association. Three pieces patches have a central logo with crescent shapes located below or above it. The crescent shape symbolizes rockers and this often causes confusion as some bikers only wear for attraction oblivious of the meaning.
What does a crescent patch mean on a motorcycle?
The crescent shape symbolizes rockers and this often causes confusion as some bikers only wear for attraction oblivious of the meaning. Bikers who wear 99% patch are the opposite of the outlaw bikers, meaning they are recognized members of the motorcycle association.