Passing 1%ers And Motorcycle Clubs: When Bikers Fight Back! 

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I was riding this weekend and I passed a 1%er club here in southern Cali at a light before the freeway. They eventually caught up to me like I knew they would and I moved to the left of the carpool lane and gave them(8 or so) room to pass me up. They all gave the peace sign as they passed and we kept it pushing. Respect

And I might add, when we are riding in a pack, in formation, safety is everything. If someone in a car or on two just blows past, that's a safety issue. If the group catches up with you later, mc or not, they are likely to let you know that that was a dumb thing to do.

I'm old and roll slow and have been passed by countless 1%'s over the years and never, I mean ever has there been an issue. Just ride your ride and don't be an asshole. Be a grown-ass man and the world is a better place. Blasting by anyone is disrespectful regardless of affiliation or what you are driving. We are all lucky who get to enjoy this lifestyle, ride safe, and live to ride another day. Peace.

Man. I have been passed by God knows how many 1% clubs when I'm on 2s. As a solo rider I see them coming up behind me and without hesitation I get over and let them by. Never once had a issue and often times they nod and carry on.

We understand your frustration Ghost. Keep doing what you are doing. Ignore the negativity. You have a great positive message. Unfortunate that there are so few men on the internet and so many children. But children grow with knowledge. They may mock now, but remember and grow later.

Why as a rider, would you want to blow past another biker or a group of riders without slowing and displaying some level of brotherhood ? Have we forgotten how privileged we are to be on the road enjoying freedom ? Respect should be automatic by brothers to brothers.

I get MCs not reacting well to being passed in a disrespectful way. At the same time saying being passed in any way is disrespect is also a problem.

I was riding my Husqvarna 501 off road and when I got back on the highway I was riding a little below the 60 mph limit. For 2 miles no mirrors. I felt a presence and I looked back to a huge MC club in formation behind me. I could tell that they had been there a minute. My driveway came up and I split. It was pretty funny me on a Swedish dirt bike leading the pack🤣

Sose, been busy my man, so I’ve missed a bit of what you throw down. But straight up, if some bikers would think how far the 1%’er have brought the biker culture as far as they have, there would be that respect. No matter what club you’re in (RC or MC) peeps need to understand that 1%’ers living the free life on 2’s is why 1%, 3% and 99% all enjoy this culture……to be free and enjoying what nobody else understands! Much LH&R Sose, I love ya and your word!! Respect to you and yours!!

These are great topics you are breaking down brother👊💀 Thank you for spreading this knowledge and involving the community’s comments🙌 Much love and respect big bro🫡💯 #GHOSTIN | #WeOutside | #WeBusy

I like how you address these internet riders. Able to say anything behind a screen but when the time comes they are always the quietest ones. Respect for that bro

It never ceases to amaze me how people tend to act when all you are trying to do is inform them so they don't end up in a jam. I think your show is awesome!

True on RESPECT… it goes along ways….. don’t give it do not expect it back… especially when it comes around to go around…. Thank you Sose

I have been riding for over 35 yrs and not a member of a MC. Just love being on two's. I have NEVER had any type of issue with any MC period. It's all respect plane and simple. I have been at the back of a pack and they actually waved me through a few times. I have ALWAYS gotten what I give. I usually see the guys at a pump or a bar and have had many conversations with them, just like any other guys and usually they make me feel like part of the group. It's all good.

lol my Rocket could easily pass a club before they could even react. That being said, I will always wait for someone to signal me to pass before I come around.

Respect is the biggest thing. It goes a long way and helps on both sides. When I’m riding and see a club coming up, I always slow down and move over. Has helped me many times. Got passed by a club while on the 40 in Arizona. A few miles up the highway I got off and stopped for gas, the club was there and a few walked up and we had a conversation. I always show these guys respect and it has helped me when I needed it while riding.

Out here in the Cali desert I see a lot of them. Mongols, Vagos, Hessians…. I never pass them in my truck, even. I always yield and let them pass me up safely. A lot of narrow highways out here.

Gho⚡️stin from Wisconsin…. Appreciate and respect what you are laying down. When I’m riding alone with my cuts on I really don’t give two hoots if you want to pass me, you ride your own ride… However, if we are riding in a pack and try screaming by us we will say something, because now you are putting a lot of people and bikes at risk. If we see you and we will… we’ll let you know when it’s safe to pass and let you… Respect is a two way street . Just chill and enjoy the ride 👍🏻

Respect your fellow man, We are all Brothers under God.

In my opinion, the diamond does not make a man. It’s a symbol of the type of man he is bound to uphold at all times. If you fail to meet that standard you should not have a diamond. But my opinion is only that.

West coast dyna rider here. I end up doing a lot of solo riding these days, and grew up around the culture (which I am thankful for). The only advice the old timer who got me into riding told me was "Stay upright". These words have evolved as I have gotten older (now 40). In my mind it boils down to the basics. Show respect, listen, never stop learning, harness common sense. When you are first on the road.. everything is new, but it doesn't take long to get into the groove unless you flat-out don't care. I believe more often than not people write their own ticket. Respect -- J.

It all boils down to respect, a lot of people say that respect is earned, and to a point that is true. But, you must have respect for yourself before you can start expecting it from others. Having respect for yourself means that you don't go around doing stupid shit. You don't roll up next to a car full of women and kids and try to scare them by staring them down or yelling something to make them think you are going to hurt them. That not only is disrespectful to the people in the car, it's disrespectful to yourself and it's disrespectful to every other person on a motorcycle. Because once you have intimidated those people you have also made them angry on a base level. And from that point on they will have some level of hatred for anyone riding a motorcycle, and that could cause them to be less careful the next time they change lanes and come close to clipping a motorcycle or crowding the rider to the point of causing them to crash. The same thing goes for other people on motorcycles. You might think it's funny to blow past a pack of bikes going twice the speed that the group is doing. And this time nothing happens because they are experienced riders, but what about the next time you fly past a pack of bikes and that group has several inexperienced riders that are with the group getting the hang of riding with a pack for the first time. You fly past only inches away and one of the new riders reacts by swerving away from you and suddenly they collide with the bike next to them and cause a chain reaction crash that could not only injure several people but chances are you may have just killed some of them. All because you want to act like you don't have to respect anyone because you don't know them. And what happens if you rocket past vehicle with a soccer mom driving her kids and several others to their game, and she is startled by you flying past without warning and she loses control of her vehicle and ends up colliding with a semi truck. How cool or badass are you now? Do you want to relive that crash in your head over and over? Because you can be sure that the soccer mom will for the rest of her life. Next time you are rolling down the street or highway and you are about to blow past someone, they may not even know you are around. And if you cause them to swerve or jam on the brakes, you might not even see the crash you just caused because you are already a mile down the road. But next time it might be you that gets hurt because some other throttle jockey just caused that soccer mom to swerve and she just ran into you.

That lady in your intro....mad props. Keep laying down these gems! Godspeed and Blessings for you and yours Sose. I have a cold beer for you when you ridin thru AR. Stay Dangerous

Question: would you pass a man wearing a cut by saying “excuse me,” or will you bump into him and keep walking? I’m pretty sure you’d say excuse me, so why shouldn’t the same rules, or better yet courtesy’s apply to the road?

"don't get emotional"... As we talk about clubs getting in their feelings over being passed by another rider

Just found this channel and I use to work in and around bike culture and always found it very interesting but it's just not for me. I'm a muscle car guy through and through, but I do respect all riders when I see them. My old ladies pops is a hard core rider all his life and I've see what happens when people are ignorant of riders and people get hurt quickly. I did have one run in with a real deal 1% crew, about 40 of them riding ahead of me in very tight formation, flowing in unison. I was in my murdered out 440 swapped 71 Dodge Dart. I gave them plenty of room as I followed behind them, the tail gunner must have gotten their attention and they slowed way down and eventually waved me on, I was very hesitant to do it because it was a two lane highway, but it was flat and about 3 miles of pure open straight stretch, they eventually coaxed me so I grabbed a gear or two, turned on my red halos, and smashed the go pedal. I pulled into the local parts store in town and they all swooped in to check out the ride and were all very kind. They all told me they wanted to hear that mopar scream lol. When I left they were still there and getting ready to leave themselves, and I gave them a bit of a smoke show on my way out. They caught up with me and I got a bunch of big thumbs ups and waves as they pushed on. It was cool to see and respect each others rides on the street.

Very Positive talk there Sose,much love and respect to you for not seeing side's! United we Stand never separate. Like button smashed as always. Peace.

#GHOSTIN These fucking trolls wouldn't say anything if they had to say it to your face. Amen brother preach it

Sose, I have nothing but mad respect for your effort to try and help people. But some people are just idiots and they’re hardheaded, they have something in their lives that pushes them to say/act stupid shit. I was in The Navy like that and like you, I tried to help them, give them knowledge and they were just determined to do thing their way and almost every time they got their asses handed to them one way or another. And all these “tough” guys out there claiming they don’t/won’t give respect to certain people in certain situations, well you gave them the knowledge Sose, it’s up to them. Either they’re going to show respect or they’ll have it taught to them the hard way and they have no one to blame but themselves. Much Love Brother ✌🏼

Sose, 💯 on point man. I'm new to the culture even though I'm an older rider. I always listen to advice and use the knowledge to be a better fit in the culture. Some of it I may not agree with, but I respect the guidelines. After all, it isn't about me and the culture is so much bigger than I am. Be safe everyone. #ghostin #ridewithrespect

Respect is paramount. I give all who ride that courtesy. We’re all out there taking the same risks, and living to ride. Be safe all!

#ghostin "Give respect, get respect".

MLAR to all Diamonds, can't ride any more due to a stroke, however have many years and memories.

#GHOSTIN Be polite, be respectful, and be humble. Say please, thank you, and excuse me. This applies not only fave to face with others, but also applies to riding solo or in a group. May save one an ass beating or a damaged bike.

Keeping it real love your work I 70 years young started ridding again thank you for you content

Another great vid Sose. It's the duty of those who know to teach those that don't. Keep building my brother. You should speak to the Teamsters union to find out how bikers can be either affiliated their union or start a union of our own. There's strength in unity. #Knowledge #DeeOoo #DirtyOnesMC #Ghostin Peace ✌️

#Ghostin Aberdeen Scotland UK - Sose, always good to re watch and remind ourselves of biker life,rules & respect ✊

There was a small pack of bikes on the hwy in front of me and a semi when a guy in an suv driving like a pos came up behind us trying to get by so the trucker and I blocked the two lanes until the pack took their exit guy was flashing his lights and shit but that kind of driving is way too dangerous

1%ers are some of the coolest people you'll ever meet!!

Podcast on the way

This why I fuck with your channel. Keeping it 💯 at all times. All these haters trying throw dirt on your name trying to make a come up. Keep doing your shit bro

The ones whom are saying "so I gotta magically know all these self imposed rules? I thought biking was about freedom of the open road, not all these rules. Or this or that". Not speaking for everyone, but when I road as a lone wolf I never had an issue. I didn't try to pretend being something I wasn't and just gave the two finger salute to all bikes I could see. If you're not being a dick intentionally you really have other things to worry about, ie that car pulling out or animal crossing on the other side of that turn. Just be cool

Hahahah “…but I digress” that was smooth af lol much love and respect! #ghostin

Much internet muscle over this topic. In real life most guys will keep their egos in check and chill in the way they handle themselves around MCs. As always I love this channel and I’m especially liking the fact that your politics seem to be much more in line with mine than I had assumed. My bad for dumbass assumptions… #ghostin

It's As Simple As This: RESPECT ONE, RESPECT ALL... If you can't do that, don't be surprised by any Negative Outcomes.

#Ghostin Hell it's not so much rules as it is respect, the entire community runs on respect.

#Ghostin It all comes down to respect. Lots of people don't know, but the road captain has the hardest job on the road.

I was out on my Honda RC51 (own an electra glide also) one day riding (riding, not acting a fool) northbound on US-24 (2 northbound left turn & 2 southbound lanes littered with buisnesses) and came across a pair of local LEMC club members traveling with a car tailing them who used both bikes and the car after a stop light to block both N.B. lanes at a speed of 35 in a 55 to keep me behind them. I understand the concept completely in dealing with a pack, but a pair?...well away from anything considered 'terrirory' choosing to disrupt things, unprovoked all the while directing these actions at a completely unaffiliated, stand alone individual? It really seemed childish to think they wouldn't just go about their buisness, get t.f. down the road and get on with it. I guess they had something to prove.

I'm from school I can remember ...M.C...In the late 60's..70...80..and on..you treat people with respect. And trust...everything is great..

I made a trip to tombstone, there was HA rally, on our way home we pulled up to one rider HA he looked over I gave him a peace sign and let him know I was passing, later my buddy asked me why I signaled to pass, I told my friend, I was showing respect and going my way.

Lot of people obviously don’t know what’s what, but as I was told once they will learn the hard way, and next time the same mistake won’t be repeated. Respect bro

When a club rolls up behind you lone wolves, clubs will direct you to move over to let the club pass. They don’t want you mixing into the clubs ride. Plus the ride a lot faster than 99s. Feel free to roll back in behind the prospects. How hard is that. Great talk SOSE!

As a retired firefighter/paramedic. And rider I treat everyone with respect and the same care no matter who you are

Current 1%er in an International, respected MC. New sub. Dig ur respect for old school. Respect.

Keyboard gangsters wouldn’t last long acting the same way in the streets. Hopefully people will learn how to act while voicing opinions online, but I won’t hold my breath. ML&R for not lowering yourself to their level and showing them how it’s done. Keep up the good work !

As a trucker I hate when I get passed by a group of bikes just because I know how dangerous it is when they are next to my truck but I try to give them as much room as I can

Man, so many opinions. Crazy. Lotta tuff guys too. Pass safely with respect. As you would or should any biker. Really simple.

I love your channel. I’m not a biker but I’m fascinated by the whole lifestyle. Keep it rolling man. Much love

I don't ride but use to know dudes from 81 in RI, It has nothing to do with being in a club. I'm gonna show caution/respect around anybody on a motorcycle, if I have to pass you I'm not gonna blow by crazy fast and I'm gonna give them the space they need to feel safe

We have an annual event here in Little Rock Arkansas called 'Rolling Thunder'...Thousands of Riders participate, riding in formation...there is a reason the Cops escort them through the city...'Safety'... Passing them is forbidden and all stop lights are turned green for them...so they never stop along their path... I think if the entire city can pause to allow these Bikers 'right of way'... we can all give the MC's the same respect on the open road... We never know if a group/MC is doing a charity run, freedom run, training run, territory escort or what-ever...show them respect, and allow them 'Right of Way"....

#Ghostin. Wanted to let you know I'm still here lol. Great follow up vid bro. Much love.

Here to represent my 81 family cuz they're riding on to doing what they do riding not hiding

I appreciate the info and tips you provide. I’m not a club guy, I’m a workaholic. A club lifestyle doesn’t fit my life. That being said, when I do get a chance to ride, I definitely don’t want my day screwed up because I unknowingly pissed someone off. I ride an old Super Glide. I don’t care if someone’s on a Honda, a rocket or whatever. 2 wheels is what matters and I think we should all look out for one another regardless of club affiliation. I enjoy events centered around bikes and I always end up meeting really cool people and learning something from them. Sometimes they’re ranking club guys other times they’re nobody’s like me. Be a real man and treat others with respect and dignity and you’ll have no problem.

Brother Sose... TY for Good Info... If We are Smart we will Avoid Confrontation and Being Stupid... It's Our Choice... TY for Helping Us Making an Informed Choice... RESPECT IS EVERYTHING... You have Mine... God Bless

We are all brothers on two wheels. We should have respect for each other. If I am riding and pull up on a group of bikers I will hang back until the back man tells me to pass it called respect. So respect for all and ride safe . Like I say to all the bikers at the bar I hang out in keep the rubber on the road and the tin in the wind and keep on riding.

Even us 4 wheel folks lose nothing by taking the time to be respectful .

“ Finger beefs” 😂

I aint passing unless, I got A Passing Lane ,The Fastest Bike,,and Im gonna keep on Going

Ohhh I got a patch oohhh don't pass me .....ridiculous come race me 🤪🤯👍👍🚀🚀

These people don't understand what respect is.

Another thought, whether you agree or disagree... it’s generally understood that a group of motorcycles whether it’s rockets or Harley’s is a group of people doing their thing. Said group doesn’t wanna be messed with by anyone. No different than when you’re driving your car. Do you want some jackass on your bumper or following you? If you’re not part of their group, give them some room. Who knows, maybe there’s a reason they’re driving slower than you want. Maybe it’s a memorial ride for a fallen brother. Maybe they’re on a charity ride to benefit a good cause. Maybe they know something about the road ahead that you don’t know. It’s not hard to be respectful.

Why is showing respect so hard for people to do.

Been riding for 30 + years. I don't care if it's a 1% or not. Show respect. Period

You give respect you get respect

I'm not tryna be more than what I am at all here. But what I can say is those 1%ers that damn near beat that dude to death, at a bar not at all known for bikers, is why people like me do not respect 1%er clubs. I'm from that town that it happened in. The place it happened in isn't known for colors at all. TBH, those 1%ers are REAL lucky they didn't wind up in a farmers field out there in that farm community. Like at this point, the IC's are actually a target to the locals. They aren't afraid of no 1%er clubs that way. So idk man, I appreciate them perspective, but something's gotta give and I don't think the farmers are the ones to give.

Love the channel brother I’m just a 42 year old Veteran who never was really Into gangs or groups but always had people around me from every type of life. It just about respect both ways once someone is told and they don’t respect that then it just goes from there. If it’s a good group then they don’t let that power go to their head.

How often does anyone come up on a 1% club to begin with. Wide Load tractor trailers are far more common. It is a matter of safety. One car might damage a load on a truck but kill 15 brothers enjoying their freedom. Sit back and relax, when there is room up front, they will let you past in a cage or wave you past on a bike. Everyone is in such a big hurry to get to the next red light. Give room and respect, show them you're an attentive driver and they will let you past. They don't hold up traffic to be dickheads,they do it for safety... The safety of the whole group.

I wouldn't pass a club but I know not too from a member from a big 1 percent club who taught me not too.Keep up the good work love your channel

A lot of people don’t know it’s more a safety issue if a club has a rival and your coming zooming past them they dont know if your a rival and your creating an unsafe point where someone can crash

All of western cultures old school standards are being erased by design. Not interrupting people when they speak, saying excuse me, children calling adults Mr and Mrs so and so, Ladies and Gentlemen, taking care of the elderly,it’s all disappearing. We have lost our way. All the biker etiquette you talk about involves old school respect. It’s one of the last avenues of keeping it real. Some of it may seem a bit much but it helps keep an order to things, humility to some and an admiration or understanding to those who have earned it. A little knowing your place isn’t bad and is needed a little more than ever

ML Sose and respect for educating the public, unifying our culture, and helping create a new image for a new day. As MC OG's in a new modern high tech information era we must create a new public images. Those bygone era days are over and they're not coming back. We're like pro athletes, we all play on our respective teams and it can get competitive. But at the end of the day we are all playing the same sport. Thanks for explaining this IMPORTANT MESSAGE! C'mon people, seriously, safety, courtesy, and common sense at all times. I've seen a lot of senseless tragedies and painful tears.

Respect not hard to do man. In our world respect is called CLASS.

I’m all about respect but it goes both ways. If you’re going 30 mph when everyone else is doing 55, that’s a problem. Then when I pass, still giving you AMPLE space (a whole lane), you proceed to cut me off… hell no😂 I guarantee you can’t beat me, especially if my plates flipped!

Just respect people until they disrespect you. Acting tough with random people is a sign of insecurity. If your really tough just know that, and be comfortable with yourself.

I ride an old chopper, this is a non issue for me. I don't pass many people on that thing. I don't care I like the way it looks, and I just like to cruise.

I didn’t know about about that unwritten rule when I had a very fast Camaro and ended up in the middle of the pack.Thank god they weren’t 1% but they swere pissed.I didn’t know the road narrowed.I haven’t done anything stupid like that again.

Learning more from you every time. Thanks Ghost the knowledge is appreciated!

I would never fly by any motorcycle club or lone wolf ...but I have no problem cruising by and giving a nod or 2 sign

Accidentally passed a one percenter was told not to…after…💯one time passed a brother on a run with another …both guys were senior than me and I always felt shitty for that…I ALWAYS respect the protocol…(learning )…and am lucky I don’t live in a big city…probably would’ve been shot…wicked job Sose💯RESPECT I’ve learned just doesn’t happen on the road👊it goes both way man..peace.I love the dedication and commitment that we (bikers) have.#ghostin

Question ghost does it matter if you passing on a 4 line highway an one in the slow lane an one in the fast line is it still disrespectful if they not close

I respect all MC's even though I'm not a part of any.

Knowing is knowledge and knowledge is knowing 👍

sitting on twos in Denver, great program. I agree we are all men, show some respect and maybe a little courtesy

I love that you Keep it real Soldier 💯! Facts!

It’s all about UNITY and RESPECT ✊🏼… Bang💥Bang💥

Listen man. After this bullshit drama has settle down. I watched that podcast you were a part of a couple days ago. The whole time you were talking I didn’t disagree with anything you said. Everything you said was realistic and came from the heart. What I can’t agree with is if we’re trying to stop people from mixing up Gangs and MCs why are some bikers trying to look as threatening as possible. I can’t assume Looking tough is fooling other MCs, They know the deal and how it works. I think the sooner we seem more approachable. The sooner people are willing to talk to us. The sooner they realize that where not all scumbags.

I have a friend that was leading and he blew by some bandidos and the rest of us stayed back, even though they didn’t do anything about It I still gave my friend a chat telling him that that was not cool. It’s all about respect l…

#GHOSTIN Wow a good lesson about passing or being passed. Thank you Mr. Sose. I hope you don't take offense at being called Mr. I'm 71 and I had respect beat into me as a young kid, respect my elders and my betters. You are a wealth of knowledge about etiquette on the road so I hope you take no offense. Ride safe and watch out for those 4-wheelers (autos).

I really don't ride much anymore. When I see a group of Bikers I give a lot of leeway and usually slow down and let them pass me up. I feel better if they are ahead of me by a mile or two. I am a Trucker and I worry about trailer crabbing or a stiff wind coming off of my rig. Keep on Ghosting. Never mind the haters.