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30+ Famous Motorcycle Clubs in Indiana 2026 — Outlaw 1%er MCs, Black Biker Clubs, Indianapolis Events & Hoosier Riding Culture

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Indiana needs no introduction in the world of automotive enthusiasts. Indianapolis is the Racing Capital of the World and home to the Indianapolis 500!

But that’s not all, the Indianapolis Grand Prix motorcycling event has been home to the Jerusalem of Motorcycle racing – MotoGP.

If you’re a fan of motorcycles, then you know that Indiana is one of the best states in the country when it comes to riding.

With over 209,000 registered motorcycles (according to Statista) Indiana has a rich motorcycle culture and many motorcycling clubs. In this post, we will cover 25 of those including the 1 percent clubs in Indiana.

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1. Brothers of Honor Motorcycle Club

brothers of honor patch
Brothers of Honor Motorcycle Club Patch
  • Founded: BOHMC was founded in 2013. 
  • About: The club is made up of military veterans and descendants of veterans that have a common goal to help other veterans.

    It aims to provide a brotherhood of like-minded individuals who work together to help the community of Clarksville and its surrounding areas. This September, the club held a charitable event to help provide service dogs to veterans in need.

    This is not a 1% club or a support club, but a 501c3 nonprofit organization.

2. Bikers Against Child Abuse (B.A.C.A.) 

Bikers Against Child Abuse Patch
Bikers Against Child Abuse Patch
  • Founded: In 1995 in Provo, Utah.
  • About: It is a charitable, worldwide motorcycle club. The club’s stated intention is to create a safer environment for abused children. It works in conjunction with local and state officials who are already in place to protect children.

    This is not a 1% club or a support club, but a 501c3 nonprofit organization.

B.A.C.A. has two chapters in Indiana

Northwest Indiana Chapter

The chapter holds meetings on the 2nd Saturday of each month at 1 pm EST. Families and children are welcome to attend.

Chapter meeting venue: Whistle Stop Restaurant, 10012 US-421, Monon, IN 47959 

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Blue River Indiana Chapter

The chapter holds meetings on the 2nd Sunday of each month at 1:30 pm EST. Chapter meeting venue: Loyal Order of Moose, 224 E Jackson St, Shelbyville, IN 46176

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3. Buffalo Soldiers MC

Buffalo Solider MC Logo
Buffalo Solider MC Logo
  • Founded: In 1993 in Chicago.
  • About: It is the world’s largest African American motorcycle club. The club is named for the historic African-American United States Army regiments known as Buffalo Soldiers. It is also known as the National Association Of Buffalo Soldiers & Troopers Motorcycle Club (NABSTMC).

    It is a community-focused organization and includes African-Americans who are mostly in military service (active duty and retired).

    This is not a 1% club or a support club

Buffalo Soldiers MC chapters in Indiana

Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club, Indiana (Mother Chapter)

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Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club, Indianapolis

Founded: March 2006
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4. Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association

Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association
Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association Logo
  • Founded: In 2001.
  • About: It is an association or group of combat veterans from all branches of the United States Armed Forces who ride motorcycles as a hobby.

    It is a registered 501(c)(19) veterans’ charity. Its mission is to support and protect those who have defended the country and its freedoms.

    This is not a 1% motorcycle club.

Here are the details of some of its chapters in the state of Indiana

Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association 14-1 

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Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association 14-3 Michiana

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Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association 14-6, Fort Wayne, Indiana 

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5. Bikers For Christ Indiana

Bikers For Christ Indiana
Bikers For Christ Indiana
  • Founded: BFC national was founded In 1990. Its international headquarters is located in Oceanside, California.
  • About: BFC members come from all walks of life, churches, vocations, callings, and backgrounds. They are passionate about God, family, bikers, and riding their motorcycles.

    BFC Indiana has five chapters. They are Cross Roads, Evansville, Higher Ground, NE Region, and NW Region.

    This is not a 1% club or a support club.

6. 317 Ryders Motorcycle Club

317 Ryders Motorcycle Club
317 Ryders Motorcycle Club
  • Founded: November 2002.
  • About: Ryders MC aims to provide enjoyment to the sport of motorcycling through motorcycle rides, social activities, and camaraderie. The club also hosts and participates in charitable events and supports other motorcycle clubs.

    It is dedicated to raising the general public’s awareness of the sport. That way they can enjoy the open road in a fun, positive, and constructive way.

    This is not a 1% club or a support club.

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7. Sin City Deciples Motorcycle Club

Sin City Deciples Motorcycle Club
Sin City Deciples Motorcycle Club
  • Founded: In Gary, Indiana in 1966.
  • About: It is also known as Sin City Nation. It is a mixed race one-percenter outlaw motorcycle gang. The club is one of the most well-known and oldest black outlaw motorcycle clubs in the United States. It also has many support clubs across the U.S.

    Sin City Deciples is known as a “one percenter” club. Law enforcement officers regard it as a criminal association.

    All members of the club must own and ride Harley-Davidson motorcycles. The MC has two chapters in Indiana – in Gary and in Fort Wayne.

8. Renegade Pigs Motorcycle Club (RPMC)

Renegade Pigs Motorcycle Club (RPMC)
Renegade Pigs Motorcycle Club (RPMC)
  • About: The RPMC is a non-profit organization that hosts and attends numerous charity events in support of public safety officers and their families.

    The membership of the club is comprised of law enforcement and fire service personnel who share the common love of riding their American-made motorcycles. They also believe that loyalty and camaraderie are core values for public safety personnel.

    The club has 46 active chapters in 19 states. They organize and conduct fundraising events for various causes throughout the year.

    It is not a 1% motorcycle club

Its Indiana Chapter is called Indianapolis “Circle City Badges”.

9. Indiana Widows Sons Motorcycle Riders Association

Indiana Widows Sons Motorcycle Riders Association
Indiana Widows Sons Motorcycle Riders Association
  • Founded: In 2006 (the international association was founded in 1998).
  • About: Indiana Widows Sons is part of the Widows Sons Motorcycle Riders Association, which is an International Association of Master Masons. It has become one of the fastest-growing Masonic organizations in the world. 

    The club has two main passions: Masonry and motorcycling. It is actively involved in promoting Freemasonry within the motorcycle community.

    The Indiana Widows Sons have 21 chapters in the state. They have raised over $35,000 for the Indiana Masonic Home at Compass Park.

    The organization also raises funds annually for the Scottish Rite Dyslexia Center, Cornerstone Autism Foundation, and Cass County Special Olympics.

    The organization is not a 1% Motorcycle Club.

10. Gunfighters Motorcycle Club

Gunfighters Motorcycle Club
Gunfighters Motorcycle Club
  • Founded: On December 10, 2005.
  • About:  The Gunfighters MC is an organization consisting of active and retired law enforcement officers who share a passion for riding motorcycles.

    It is a male-only, national, and International, law enforcement motorcycle club. Some club members are former members of the Wild Pigs MC, Celtic Law MC, Blue Knights, and other clubs.

    It is not a 1% motorcycle club

Gunfighters MC has two chapters in Indiana.

Nap Town 

  • Founded: June 1, 2013

NCIC 

  • Founded: March 24, 2021

11. Iron Order Motorcycle Club

Iron Order Motorcycle Club
Iron Order Motorcycle Club
  • Founded: In Jeffersonville, Indiana in July 2004. 
  • About: Iron Order MC is one of the largest and fastest-growing motorcycle clubs in the world. They are present in 7 countries with 234 chapters. The club’s members are mostly old-school bikers.

    They are technically not a one-percenter motorcycle club. But they embrace the old-school tradition of outlaw motorcycle gangs (OMG).

    This is not 1 percenter MC.

    IOMC has 9 chapters in Indiana. They are located in the counties of Bartholomew, Clark, Daviess, Fayette, La Porte, Madison, Marion, Montgomery, and Putnam.

12. Southern Cruisers Riding Club

Southern Cruisers Riding Club
Southern Cruisers Riding Club
  • Founded: In 2004.
  • About: The Southern Cruisers Riding Club is a free, voluntary, family-friendly group of motorcycle riders. It has chapters all over the US and other countries as well.

Membership in the SCRC is open to anyone with an interest in group riding regardless of race, creed, or sex. All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

This is not a 1% club.

The club has 10 chapters in Indiana. They include chapters in Blue River, Indianapolis, Laughery Valley, Scott County, and Brown County.

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SCRC Big Blue River Chapter 530

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SCRC 405 Laughery Valley


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SCRC – The Rust Belt Chapter 471


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13. Warrior Breed Motorcycle Club

Warrior Breed Motorcycle Club
Warrior Breed Motorcycle Club
  • About: The Warrior Breed MC, is a 501c3 Nonprofit, Veteran Based, Traditional Motorcycle Club, focusing on veteran issues. They include TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury), PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), and Veteran Suicide Prevention.

    The club supports various charities, provides medical supplies to veterans like Vietnam veterans, and helps build ramps and houses.

    It is not a 1% motorcycle club nor is it a support club.

14. Hells Angels Motorcycle Club (MC)

Hells Angels MC
Hells Angels MC Patch
  • Founded: In March 1948 in Fontana, California.
  • About: Hells Angels MC is a worldwide outlaw motorcycle club whose members typically ride Harley-Davidson motorcycles. It has a membership of between 3,000 and 3,600 and 467 chapters in 59 countries.

    This makes the HAMC the largest motorcycle club in the world. Common nicknames for the club are the “H.A.”, “Red & White”, “HAMC”, and “81”.

    Many police and international intelligence agencies consider the club to be an organized crime syndicate with real outlaws.

    It is a 1% motorcycle club. It is also the most famous 1 percenter Motorcycle Club in the world. Yes, Hells Angels have no comparison. 

In Indiana, the HAMC has five chapters. They are South Bend, Nomads, NWI Region, Indianapolis, and Laporte County. 

Hells Angels Indianapolis

Hells Angels Nomads Indiana

Hells Angels NWI Region

15. Outlaws Motorcycle Club (MC)

Outlaws MC Patch
Outlaws Motorcycle Club Patch
  • Founded: In McCook, Illinois in 1935.
  • About: It is incorporated as the American Outlaws Association or its acronym, A.O.A. It is a prime example of an outlaw motorcycle club in the world and rivals the Hells Angels. The Outlaws also manage and maintain several support clubs.

    Membership in the Outlaws is limited to men who own American-made motorcycles of a particular size. Membership is done face-to-face and not online.

    This is a 1% motorcycle club, becoming one in 1963.
    This, like Hells Angels, Outlaws MC needs no introduction.

In Indiana, Outlaws MC has seven chapters. They are Anderson, Frankfurt, Fort Wayne, Gary, Indianapolis, Marion, and Prospective Warsaw.

16. BMW Motorcycle Club of Indianapolis

BMW Motorcycle Club of Indianapolis
BMW Motorcycle Club
  • Founded: On May 1, 1972. It is centered in Indianapolis, Indiana.
  • About: The club was formed to provide a friendly association among owners of BMW motorcycles while promoting fellowship and goodwill. The club aims to promote motorcycling as a hobby, courtesy on the road, and motoring safety.

    Members start gathering every Saturday morning around 10:00 am at Shapiro’s Delicatessen, 808 S Meridian St., Indianapolis IN.

    This is not a 1% club.

17. U.S. Military Vets Motorcycle Club

U.S. Military Vets MC
U.S. Military Vets MC
  • Founded: In 1987, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
  • About: It is incorporated as a non-profit organization. The club is a military MC. It strives to help qualified male military veterans to establish a brotherhood and common bond with other military veterans.

    The club also aims to improve the image of military veterans and bikers to garner the respect of citizens.

    This is not a 1% club.

Here are the details of some of its chapters in Indiana.

“Crossroads”, Indianapolis

“THE FORT”,  Fort Wayne

US Military Vets Sunny Side, New Albany

US Military Vets MC Hoosier Hills Chapter

18. Eagle Riders of Indiana

Eagle Riders of Indiana
Eagle Riders of Indiana
  • About: Eagle Riders is a motorcycle riders group that promotes the aim of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. It is a fun, family-oriented organization dedicated to the enjoyment of motorcycles and safe riding, However, it is not necessary to own a motorcycle to be part of the group.

    The Fraternal Order of Eagles is an international goodwill non-profit organization. It donates more than $10 million a year to local communities, fundraisers, charities, and more.

This is not a 1% club.

19. Mens Motorcycling Club of Indiana (MMCI)

Mens Motorcycling
Mens Motorcycling Club of Indiana (MMCI)
  • About: It is located in Martinsville. MMCI is an organization for gay and bi men of Indiana and neighboring communities who enjoy the sport of Motorcycling. MMCI is primarily a riding club, although they also have many social events throughout the year.

    Its membership comprises men who own and ride “cruiser” type bikes. The club has a strong privacy policy.

    This is not a 1% club.

20. Invaders MC Nation

Invaders MC Nation
Invaders MC Nation
  • Founded: In 1965 in Gary, Indiana.
  • About: The motorcycle club maintains a presence in the Midwestern area of the U.S. including the states of Missouri, Colorado, and Illinois. It has six chapters in Indiana.
    They include Northern Indiana, Central Indiana, Valparaiso Indiana, and Peru Indiana.

This is a 1% motorcycle club. Members of the club have been involved in criminal activities.

21. Muddobbers Motorcycle Club

Muddobbers Motorcycle Club
Mud Dobbers Motorcycle Club Patch
  • Founded: Mid-1950s.
  • About: It is one of the oldest off-road clubs in the state of Indiana. The club promotes many different types of motorcycle events throughout the year.

    The members enjoy competing in events at both the state and the national levels. It promotes enduro, family enduro, and dual sports events.

    This is not a 1% club. 

22. Mars Hill Charity Riders, Indianapolis

Mars Hill Charity Riders, Indianapolis
Mars Hill Charity Riders
  • About: It is a 501-C-3 community-orientated co-ed biker charity riding organization. It is a friendly association that conducts charity rides during summer and bike nights on Mondays. And in the winter months, they have events like Bingo, Euchre, and Monte Carlos.

    This is not a 1% club. 

23. The Freedom Riders of Indiana

The Freedom Riders
The Freedom Riders
  • About: The Freedom Riders are a patriotic group of motorcyclists founded on the principles of true friendship and selfless giving. It honors those who have sacrificed so much for America. It is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

    Its members’ goals are to be ambassadors of goodwill as a member of the community. And also to American military men and women, first responders, and their families.

    This is not a 1% club. 

Freedom Riders has several chapters in Indiana. Some of their details are as given below

The Freedom Riders of Indiana Chapter 1

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The Freedom Riders Chapter 5 Indiana

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24. Stoney Lonesome Motorcycle Club

Stoney Lonesome Logo
Stoney Lonesome Logo
  • Founded: In 1945 in Columbus, Indiana.
  • About: It was formed as a not-for-profit group promoting off-road motorcycle riding and racing. Stoney Lonesome is a proud partner of the AMA (American Motorcycle Association).

    It organizes events such as Indiana District 15 Hare Scrambles, National Dual Sport Trail Rides, and more from its 300+ acre club grounds.

    Since 1985 SLMC has also been running an AMA-Sanctioned Championship Hare Scramble Series.

    This is not a 1% club. 

25. Midwest Motorcycle Club

Midwest Motorcycle Club
Midwest Motorcycle Club
  • Founded: In 1923. AMA Charter #81.
  • About: It is Indiana’s oldest Motorcycle Club and will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2023. It is also one of the ten oldest Motorcycle Clubs in the United States. The purpose of the Midwest Motorcycle Club is to promote the sport of motorcycling.

    The club is also involved in local activities and fundraisers. For example, on New Year’s Day, it organizes the Hangover Rally. This is a charity event benefiting Damar Services. Damar is a home for mentally and physically challenged children and young adults.

    This is not a 1% club. 

Indiana 1%er & Outlaw Motorcycle Club Scene in 2026

Indiana sits squarely in the heart of America’s 1%er belt. Its position between Chicago, Detroit, Louisville, and Cincinnati makes it a strategic crossroads for outlaw motorcycle clubs — and that’s exactly why the Hoosier State has historically had a heavy 1%er footprint. As of 2026, several dominant clubs continue to operate chapters across Indianapolis, Gary, Fort Wayne, Evansville, South Bend, and the smaller towns dotting I-65 and I-70.

The most active 1%er and outlaw-affiliated motorcycle clubs in Indiana right now include:

  • Outlaws MC (AOA) — Indiana is one of the Outlaws’ oldest and strongest territories. Chapters operate in Indianapolis, Gary, Fort Wayne, Evansville, and Terre Haute. The Outlaws have considered the Midwest their home turf since the 1960s, and Indiana remains a fiercely defended state.
  • Hells Angels MC — Despite being deep in Outlaws country, the Hells Angels have planted Indianapolis, Northwest Indiana (NWI), and Nomads chapters here. The presence is small but symbolic, and tensions with the Outlaws have led to documented incidents over the decades.
  • Iron Horsemen MC — A 1%er club with roots in Cincinnati, the Iron Horsemen have a quiet but steady presence in eastern and southern Indiana, particularly along the Ohio River.
  • Sin City Deciples MC — One of the most prominent Black 1%er clubs in the country, with strong ties to Gary and Indianapolis.
  • Invaders MC — A long-standing 1%er club operating in central Indiana with a low public profile but steady membership.
  • Warrior Breed MC — Though smaller, this club holds 1%er status and maintains chapters in Indiana.
  • Iron Order MC — Controversial and not universally recognized as a traditional 1%er club, but they wear a diamond patch and have been involved in multiple high-profile incidents in Indiana.

Important note: 1%er clubs operate under strict territorial codes. Wearing colors, riding through certain towns, or even visiting bars associated with these clubs without permission can lead to serious confrontations. If you’re a new rider in Indiana, the smart move is to ride solo or join a non-MC riding club until you understand the local culture.

Black Motorcycle Clubs in Indiana (2026)

Indiana—particularly Indianapolis, Gary, and Fort Wayne—has a deep and proud Black motorcycle club tradition that goes back generations. These clubs blend brotherhood, community service, charity rides, and a love of cruising on Harleys, Indians, and modern baggers. Many trace their roots to the historic Black biker movement that grew out of military veterans returning home in the post-WWII era.

Here are the most prominent Black motorcycle clubs operating in Indiana in 2026:

  • Buffalo Soldiers MC — Indiana Mother Chapter & Indianapolis Chapter — One of the largest and most respected Black MCs in America, founded in honor of the original Buffalo Soldiers of the U.S. Army. Indiana is a key state for them.
  • Sin City Deciples MC — Founded in 1966 in Gary, Indiana, the Deciples are one of the oldest and most influential Black 1%er clubs in the United States. Indiana is their birthplace.
  • Wheels of Soul MC — A nationally recognized Black 1%er club with a presence across the Midwest including Indiana.
  • Ruff Ryders MC — The Indiana chapter of the worldwide club founded by the DMX-affiliated Ruff Ryders crew. Active in Indianapolis with sport-bike-leaning members.
  • East Coast Ryders MC — Has a chapter in Indianapolis, focused on cruising and community.
  • Soul Brothers MC — One of the older Black motorcycle clubs with Midwest reach.
  • Tribe MC — Active in the Indianapolis Black biker scene with charity and brotherhood focus.
  • Ebony Queens MC — A prominent women’s Black motorcycle club with members across Indiana.
  • Star Riders MC — Indianapolis-based club known for community engagement.
  • Phantom Outlaws MC — A regional Black motorcycle club with Indiana ties.
  • Brothers of the Wheel MC — Long-standing fraternal Black MC active in Indiana.
  • Royal Family MC — Family-oriented Black MC with chapters in Indiana.

The Black biker community in Indiana hosts annual cookouts, blessing-of-the-bikes events, charity runs, and bike nights — many of which are open to riders from all backgrounds. Indianapolis Black Expo Summer Celebration weekend traditionally draws hundreds of Black bikers from across the Midwest.

Indiana Biker Events, Rallies & Riding Culture in 2026

Indiana’s riding season runs roughly from April through October, and the state hosts a packed calendar of motorcycle events year-round. From the legendary Indianapolis Motor Speedway to the rolling hills of Brown County, Indiana offers some of the best riding in the Midwest. Here are the biggest events and rides for 2026:

  • MotoGP Red Bull Grand Prix of the Americas at IMS — The Indianapolis Motor Speedway has historically hosted MotoGP rounds and continues to be a pilgrimage site for racing fans. Even on non-MotoGP years, the Brickyard remains an iconic motorcycle destination.
  • Indy Mile (American Flat Track) — Held at the Indiana State Fairgrounds, the Indy Mile is one of the most legendary flat-track races in the world. Bikers from across the country make the trip every August.
  • Bean Blossom Boogie — A long-running motorcycle rally in Brown County held in late June/early July. Features camping, live music, bike shows, and group rides through some of Indiana’s prettiest backroads.
  • Brown County Hill Climb — Brown County is widely regarded as the best motorcycle riding region in Indiana. The hills, switchbacks, and forest roads rival anything east of the Mississippi.
  • Indianapolis Black Expo Bike Night & Rides — Held during Black Expo weekend in July, drawing Black bikers from across the Midwest for cruises and bike showcases.
  • Hoosier Hundred / Indy Mile Race Weekend — Combined dirt track and motorcycle weekend in late summer.
  • Bikes, Blues & BBQ Indianapolis — A summer cruise-in series at various Indianapolis venues featuring blues music, BBQ, and bike shows.
  • BACA Annual Charity Rides — Bikers Against Child Abuse holds multiple statewide rides every year to raise funds and awareness.
  • Toys for Tots Run (Indianapolis) — Held every December, drawing thousands of riders for one of the largest holiday charity rides in the Midwest.
  • Indiana Veterans Memorial Ride — Annual Memorial Day weekend ride honoring fallen veterans.

Best riding routes in Indiana for 2026:

  • Brown County State Park & SR 46 — Indiana’s answer to the Tail of the Dragon. Twisty, scenic, and a must-ride.
  • Ohio River Scenic Byway — Runs along the southern edge of Indiana with stunning river views and historic small towns.
  • Hoosier National Forest Loop — Endless backroads through forested hills.
  • Amish Country Loop (Shipshewana area) — Quiet rural roads through Indiana’s Amish country in the northeast.
  • Indiana Dunes Coastal Ride — Lake Michigan shoreline ride through Indiana Dunes National Park.

FAQ: Indiana Motorcycle Clubs & Biker Culture

Are there any 1%er motorcycle clubs in Indiana?

Yes. Indiana has a strong 1%er presence including the Outlaws MC (the dominant club statewide), Hells Angels MC (Indianapolis, NWI, and Nomads chapters), Iron Horsemen MC, Sin City Deciples MC, Invaders MC, and Warrior Breed MC. The Iron Order also wears a diamond patch but their 1%er status is debated within the broader MC community.

What is the largest motorcycle club in Indiana?

By chapter count and historical influence, the Outlaws MC is the largest and most established 1%er club in Indiana. Among non-1%er clubs, Bikers Against Child Abuse (B.A.C.A.), Buffalo Soldiers MC, Combat Veterans MC, and Southern Cruisers Riding Club have some of the largest memberships statewide.

Where was the Sin City Deciples MC founded?

The Sin City Deciples MC was founded in 1966 in Gary, Indiana. They are one of the oldest and most influential Black 1%er motorcycle clubs in the United States, with chapters now spread across the country.

Is Indianapolis a good city for motorcycle riders?

Absolutely. Indianapolis is home to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (the “Racing Capital of the World”), the Indy Mile flat-track race, a vibrant bike night culture, and easy access to Brown County’s legendary twisty roads. The city has a strong mix of cruiser, sport bike, and adventure riding communities.

What is the best motorcycle riding area in Indiana?

Brown County in southern Indiana is widely considered the best motorcycle riding area in the state. State Road 46 through Brown County State Park, along with the surrounding hills and forest roads, offers the kind of twisty, scenic riding usually associated with the Appalachians or the Ozarks.

Can I join a 1%er motorcycle club in Indiana as a beginner?

No. 1%er clubs do not accept random applicants. Membership requires years of hanging around, prospecting, and being voted in by the existing patch holders. Beginners are far better off joining a riding club, brand-specific club (like the Indiana HOG chapters or BMW Motorcycle Club of Indianapolis), or a charity-focused MC like B.A.C.A. or Combat Veterans MC.

Are there women’s motorcycle clubs in Indiana?

Yes. Indiana has active chapters of women’s clubs including Ebony Queens MC, Litas Indianapolis (an all-women’s riding collective), Women in the Wind, and several women-only riding groups under brand-specific umbrellas like HOG Ladies of Harley.

What’s the difference between a riding club and a motorcycle club (MC) in Indiana?

A riding club (RC) is a casual group focused on group rides, social events, and brand loyalty — anyone with a motorcycle can typically join. A motorcycle club (MC) is a structured organization with prospecting periods, voted-in membership, three-piece patches, territorial recognition, and a chain of command. MCs in Indiana — especially 1%er MCs — operate under strict protocols that should be respected.

Footnotes:

1% club: The genesis of this phrase dates back to the famous 1947 Hollister riot. Allegedly, the AMA (American Motorcycle Association) had commented that 99% of motorcycle riders were citizens who conformed to the law and that only 1% were outlaws (not to be confused with Outlaws Motorcycle Club).

Many motorcycle clubs that have been associated with organized crime, and have had run-ins with law enforcement agencies use the 1% diamond patch and are commonly referred to as the one percenter motorcycle club (also called an outlaw biker group); More about this here. Some popular 1% clubs are Outlaws MC (a very dominant club), Hells Angels (the main rival group of the outlaws), Pagan Motorcycle Club, and Black Pistons MC. The motorcycle subculture in Florida has seen various gangs over the years.

MC (Motorcycle Club): The term Motorcycle Club (MC) does carry a meaning outside and beyond the usual English definition of it. It is a popular term in the Outlaw and 1% motorcycling subculture where it is often used by motorcycling clubs that have had a history of organized crime. Such clubs (MCs) often denote these by wearing what are called colors — essentially a 3-piece patchwork.

However, not all motorcycling clubs that use the term MC are necessarily an Outlaw motorcycle clubs or a 1% club. But it wouldn’t be wrong to say that all dangerous biker gangs are one percenters.

Harleys: It goes with saying that most riders in various clubs swear by their Harley Davidson Motorcycle or a custom chopper. Harley David Motorcycles enjoy disproportionately high popularity among MC riders who in mainstream culture are known to promote the use of cruiser motorcycles.

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Michael, the motorcycle enthusiast behind SuperBike Newbie, fell in love with superbikes during his college years. He owns a diverse range of motorcycles and offers valuable insights into motorcycling advice, maintenance, safety gear, and laws. Despite two decades of riding experience, he continues to learn and shares his knowledge on his website. Mike also has a keen interest in motorcycle club culture. While not a club member, he aspires to be one someday.

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