The Independent Motorcycle Aftermarket

American Bikers Journal Volume 29 #2 By: Bob Kay

In the current world of chaos, we represent a brotherhood, and sisterhood, united by a culture of independence that transcends political and geographical boundaries. We choose internal combustion motorcycles as a personal means of expression and utility to navigate our way through this world of bullshit. We stand tall in a world of mindless followers, misdirected political agendas and a general lack of balls to do the right thing.

As American Bikers we have each other’s backs and we have learned how to work together to protect the lifestyle we value. Having traveled the world, I have ridden and partied with bikers from the Netherlands to Russia and I will have you know other than the different languages they are no different than you and me. The battles we fight against false environmental narratives and misconceptions of our
culture are not unique to America. It is so important that we continue to speak out and fight for the right to be individuals.

Our bikes are not just a mode of transportation but a personal expression of our individualism. The universal attack on internal combustion engines threatens the very core of our ability to repair and modify our machines. A government that wants to control every aspect of our lives does not want us building our own parts never mind a complete custom vehicle. The onslaught of regulations and restrictions must be stopped now if we are to continue running the highways and byways of this great country.

The MRF has done and will continue to do a great job keeping us informed and leading this fight. The new IMA division is dedicated to represent the independent dealers and custom builder businesses. As current shop owner and 5 decades of working in the motorcycle industry I understand how the daily challenges can be overwhelming. I know shops get so busy they may not have time to keep up with the outside world or even believe it is ever going to be able to stop them doing what they do. I am asking you to get your favorite shop to join the Independent Motorcycle Aftermarket through the MRF so some government agency doesn’t shut your favorite shop down or stop them from doing what they do for you. Get your favorite shop or builder to Join Today.