A wise man taught me a long time ago. "sit down, keep your eyes open , and shut the "F" up. Your suggestions are universal to any organization. Good video.

There's an old naval saying, "When assuming the watch, don't change the settings of the sails until you wait 30 minutes." That allows the new person to understand why the sails were set in their current configuration.

I've been all over youtube doing my best to absorb wisdom from all of these bikers teaching motorcycle culture and I've gotta say, this channel and this video in particular has given the most relevant and authentic info I've found so far. I'm so glad I found this page

Thank you for educating us. I’m a deaf guy , i can talk but ive used sign language all my life. If one of the guys knows sign language I’m thrilled. Love it when they make fun of the deaf guy stuff because they are hilarious. It don’t bother me none . They are not trying to hurt me doing it.

Way back in 1977 when I was 15, one of my buddies who was older than me, was dealing drugs to a really hard core chapter of a national, well known, 1% MC. Me and some other friends went with him to one of their parties by invitation from the chapter president. Nobody had to tell us what RESPECT meant; i.e. we parked as far away as we could from all of those beautiful knuckles, shovels and pans. When we got out EVERY last club member was glaring at us (party was outside) until Daddy Rat (chapter Pres) came over and bear hugged my buddy. Then they went back to partying and ignored us. When I say this chapter was hard core, I'm not kidding. They owned the crank trade in that region (i.e. meth) and probably had a meth lab set up. They were also running guns as well and were into all kinds of criminal enterprises involving theft, extortion etc. So we didn't talk to anyone nor lock eyes with anyone. We hung out for an hour while my buddy did a deal with the president and then we booked it. My buddy then starting trying to recruit me to provide entertainment for them with my 100Watt amplifier (I'm a guitar player). I loved and still love any and all things Harley Davidson (I own a Fat Boy) and never disrespected them. I understand the comradery even though I never joined a club. But those guys were way too dangerous for me. At 15 or 16 I would have more or less been their in house rocking guitar player "mascot" but I told him NO WAY, despite my buddy calling me a pussy. As far as I know, most of those guys in that chapter eventually ended up dead or in prison. And my buddy? He ended up doing time for a pound of weed and almost died multiple times from shooting cocaine. It took him TWENTY YEARS to get clean. I left that lifestyle at 18 and I'm happy to be alive and well and still riding as a lone wolf - God is good. And yes, I show respect to MC's by not wearing patches a lone wolf has no business wearing (I prefer not to wear any patches).

I used to tell the prospects that they have two ears and one mouth , I want you to listen twice as much as talk

Very nice of Rhino of hooking ya up with everything that you needed and things that you didn't think about as well! Very cool and no you are not a sell out....you do business with them and they are nice enough to talk about them and promote them. Word of mouth is the best to help any business.

Really digging your vids , never really been a cruiser or dresser fan however was fascinated bye your vid about how to conduct yourself amongst other clubs , patches , etiquette, an being cool with peoples in general, now Im kinda hooked and fully appreciate your time as well as you consuming mine , stay awesome an be safe out there

This is SO valuable and without videos like this we may be left to just mess up and figure it out by ourselves. Yet you present it in a friendly, approachable way for beginnings, and you're super entertaining to boot. Your channel rules Monkey, thank you! This is gold.

I agree. You can’t be listening when your jaw is Jackin’. Great content and information. Above all you always make me laugh. Ride safe. 👍

Another great video. I am a member of a Veteran organization and everything thing you mentioned I thought back to the person that acted that way during our open meetings. Also I can’t stand the one uppers. They alway have a story to top everyone in the group just shut your trap and listen. Keep the videos coming. Thanks, Guy

Great advice. This should be common sense, but many people do these things with the best of intentions in mind. I am actually in the process of getting vetted for said organization, so this is a nice reminder to not get over zealous. However, I am also in another MC as well as a firefighter and in both worlds this can be applied. Thanks for the great content Monkey

Great points! I think you hit most of the ones for the early stages. Prospects need to know patience is a virtue.

Subscribed immediately. This is not a criticism, It's so refreshing to watch a video that isn't scripted, cut, edited and "too" perfect. I want to see a guy teaching me the things I don't know about a world I'm unfamiliar with.

My personal preference would be: Lose the coffin tank in favor of a peanut or Sportster style plus install spoke wheels and narrow springer. Then paint it white and call it Poison Ivory.

Sounds like it’ll be a really cool bar Hopper can’t wait to see it done

I really appreciate your Insight it's definitely helpful in my life thanks for that

When I enter a new bar or club, the first thing I do, is seek the alternate exit!

Great advice, could be universally applied across the board in every org, bike related or not. You would think that folks would understand these basics and not have to be told; but there’s always intrusive folks that feel the “need” to act this way. Basic human decency, courtesy, and respect goes a long way in life.

U-haul has a perfect open trailer for bikes and it's $20.00 for five hours.. Just a thought...

Dude love your content. Some of best Bike content ever! I love your attitude about haters!! Screw haters, doesn’t look like they pay your bills!

I just found your channel a few weeks ago. You provide some valuable info..I also hail from south Florida..I ride alone mostly but one thing I've learned about life "RESPECT IS EVERYTHING"..Cheers .keep em comin

Your cut video was informative. As a new rider I’m sure it will help in my riding adventures. Cheers

Hey mate - just stumbled across your channel and I have had a good laugh for the last couple of hours......loving your sense of humour. Looking forward to the chopper build.....

Rules start at 10 minutes Great video, thanks for the suggestions, im sure they will be valuable

I'm here in ohio.. been following you for a while.. you have alot of great info.. keep doing what your doing.. really enjoy your you-tube streams

i am definitely interested in looking into potentially joining your org way down the line. I think it's an amazing thing and really important people do that kind of work. You gotta be passionate enough to put in the work. Thank you for the video!

Ty for the vids needed the hangout time at work and awesome content ty so much to the pro Monkey and Ms Monkey

In Texas U-Haul rents a motorcycle trailer for $15/day. It's a great deal.

I just recently found your channel, I’ve been binging. You sir are spectacular

Man as a new sub, i gotta say i love the channel! But i dont get the orgs and clubs. Local abate chapter got me to come to a meeting a while back. I quickly decided i had found the ONE way to make the chaos of riding a motorcycle not fun... and that was to make it organized. Maybe i just was around the wrong group but it felt like work. Riding my road king? Shit, nothin work about that bro! Keep it free, keep it fun. Keep the content comin man.

Went to Rhino’s website. Going to order some straps. Added a few things to my cart and started the process. Got side tracked and decided to come back to it. A few minutes later I get a trash talking email from them. (Awesome!) Now I’ve gotta buy the stuff.

Nice channel. Great content. Great delivery. Thanks .

Great video man. Enjoyed how you broke it down. Definitely on listening first. The civilians comment was gold.

A lot of those things translate to life. I know this often happens with new team members in the office. Thanks for keeping the videos coming!

I just came across your page. I have been riding over 20 years. I was in an RC. I had to stop riding for a while due to medical reasons. I have been aloud to ride again. I got a group of guys I ride with ( Not a club) But long story short I have learned the etiquette when it comes to the 1% clubs. I was out with my girl one day and I was wearing my support shit ( I will not name) And a guy came up to me and introduced himself to me. We had a conversation and then he asked me if I knew a certain member of that club of the shirt I had on. I said, "No I have never met him" ( I have rode with him and I have even been to his house really great guy. But I will not tell anyone if I know someone from a 1% club. When we said our goodbye my girl asked me, " Why did you tell him you don't know that guy when you have rode with him and go to his house?" I explained to her that in this world you NEVER name drop it is a great way to get your ass kicked. LESS SAID IS BEST SAID. I think you should do a video of name dropping because some people I don't think know much about that. Especially when it comes to a 1% club. I am so glad I found this page great refresher for me. I know a lot about what you are talking about but it helps to be reminded after not being out there for a few years. Thank you

Seven minutes in and I’m cracking up 😂. Keep safe brother 😎

You're going to love that inflator. I've got one and it really saves time and energy. It's a tire filler and a gauge all in one. And you'll love the clip-on, quick connect, disconnect nozzle.

New subscriber to your channel after watching just 1 video. I like the no nonsense information.

Excellent video. Everyone wanting to join a motorcycle " organization " should watch this....thanks for posting it!!

Same thing here: Living on a culdesac... And your club suggestions were spot-on.

Yep. PM, this/that mantra applies to all facets of business,; two wheels , four or none . Well said.

Professor Monkey applicable advice to any new group situation. Thanks!

Awesome video! I wish I could have heard those things you said when I was much younger.

Great info! More need to see this!

I've been in a association a few years now and transfered due to moving and these rules still apply. Good video

wow Rhino filled you up...lol sorry i had too. i found your channel last night and been watching a lot of your past vids. i like your sense of humor 👍. im from southeast MO . the bike looks good . i think i would rather it had a sprung seat for comfort with it being a hardtail. not sure what to call it but the cut out areas on the front wheel hub looks odd to me like something should be there. i like the coffin tank . the color is ok to me but if i wanted to repaint it i would go with a blue metal flake maybe with gold flake stripes or accents. with all the black bikes nowdays i prefer chrome. these are things that i prefer . what you decide will be fun to see as you build it. good vid

You ate on point. And Not a sell out bro. Love your vids! And love the organization that shall remain unnamed. Yall are awesome.

In my local area - well I do not participate. I am not anything, just a gent that will have a beverage with someone, on a single basis. So my interactions are in my view more real of the flavor of the group. I have chatted both MC and MO organizations. While I would support the same MO you are part of - well - I can support IT - without being a member. That is my path. As I say - Cheers to you! You would find me - in the corner - with my back to a wall. I once was admonished by my grandfather about - "looking the Fool, and then opening my mouth and removing all doubt". I sit silent, until a question is asked of me. I like your laughs! I try to inject humor too! PS - wait till the beard turns grey - and the "package" does too. Don't fret - it still shoots! lol

all good advice. Damn thats a lot of work. another reason why clubs and groups are just not my scene. THat said its still good advice and information. I worked as a doorman in places frequented by various groups. and it is good to understand how things work. You get a lot further at least understanding and acknowledging other groups ways and means

Love the content my dude!!

This works not only for motorcycle organizations but for all groups Masons the elk Lodge, hell the boy scouts... That was great information keep up the videos...

Hello Sir! All the way from Finland! Great channel… keep on Rockin!

U are cutting into my riding time. Lmao

This stuff also would apply for new jobs and stuff too bro. Awesome life advice bro.

Just found & subscribed to the channel. It’s all about common sense, courtesy on the road, and being a better rider. Glad I ran across this channel. I’m older than most of the classic bikes out there. In fact, I was kicked off the Ark. On that black paint job, I have a thought. Don’t laugh right away, because I saw this done on an old British machine, and it was done by a super skilled hand. The talent some folks have never ceases to amaze me. It had iridescent pearl pin-striping of about 3 or 4 different widths throughout, and it was over satin black. The machine was one of the classiest I’ve ever seen. Coffin tanks have a long standing tradition of out of the box shyt.

Hi from london England 🇬🇧 love ya channel .you definitely have a talent for talking. Watch all your content start to finish . Definitely seems like biker life is different in the US as apposed to England. Love the Channel keep up the good work mate

Blitz Black rocks. Some of the toughest/ cheapest paint out there. I did my whole track car in it after I redid the body and it came out excellent. It comes in gallons, rattle cans, etc. Deere has its own primer that you can buy with it directly from the stealership, and it's super cheap. As long as your prep work is on point it's pretty much a no-brainer. Blitz Black is the cheapest way to get the 'hot rod' satin black finish, and since it comes in rattle cans its easy to touch up if needed. I see you're rocking the wink Rallye mirror too. Small world, I used one on the above mentioned track car as well. No blind spots is nice. Enjoy your channel, keep it up bro👍💪

New to your channel.Like the fact you are straight and to the point.

Found your channel by accident and i am really enjoying your vids.

100% agree on the hypercharger. Great vid.👍 JohnDeer black rules!

You talked about your "Old man" riding a trike reminded me of a trip my Dad took. When he was 70 and was soon to get married for the third time. He decided he was going to start at Key West and ride around the outside edge of the continental United States. He ended up going by himself and he took a whole month to do. He said he would ride until he felt like stopping then rest until he was ready to go. It was the Best Ride of his life.

I'm pretty sure I know which organization your in and I appreciate all that yall do

Some people get so butthurt about this! However, you're giving them great advice. Thanks for the vid, and never mind the haters...

Once again great advice

Good advice 👍🏻

Bud (I didn't say brother lol) love your vids, you are insightful and have good comedy 🤙🤙🤟🤟

I am a new viewer and watched a couple of recent videos. I live in South Florida. I am sportbike and supermoto guy but I have owned a rare Harley XR1200 for around 5 years. I go to HD bike nights and sportbike bike nights. My friend runs the local Harley bike night so I have been sitting at his table for years. The dominant club show up at some of the events. I sometimes bullshit with the guys about motorcycles or general chitchat just to be friendly. I know they tend to hang by themselves but I go off to make a phone call or have a smoke. After watching watching your video you it makes me feel like I should bow down. Hahahahaha. I still wear my jeans, Joe Rocket summer jacket, Bell fullface helmet and Alpinestar supermoto boots. Plus I am 57. No tatts and clean cut. Not very threatening. I subscribed and enjoy your channel.

Thanks for taking the time to put together a lot of useful practical info. clarifying in detail, the importance (and health benefits ) of having good old manners and common sense.

I am a new subscriber and love the content that you are discussing. I am new to a club here in Indiana and without seeing this video, have followed your ethics per "you". I am really looking forward to seeing the rest of your videos and the messages they contain. I have been asked whom I ride with and before this club I rode independent. Now, to clarify, I would say "I ride independent since I have not been invited to a club". With that, I bare no patches or anything. In roughly 3 months I will be a "member" as my probation status will be over. Looking forward to more educational content. Thanks Again.

New here to your channel, liking it🍻 great advice for pple that dont know. Not sure if anyone already mentioned this. Do you use nitrogen in your tires? If not switch to it, I run that in mine and always maintains pressure. 👍

29 years as Disaster Service Volunteer and We too had to limit and space out commitments to prevent all You Said, but managed to Make a Difference that Mattered

Totally on point. Universal wisdom.

Coffin tanks were popular because they are made from easy to cut flat sheet metal peaces. You would cut cardboard mock up peaces and tape them together until you got the size and shape you wanted. Then you would cut your steel peaces out and braze the peaces together. Back when people started building Chopper's there were no shop's that sold custom parts like there are today. You did everything in your garage or backyard shop.

Great advise

I like it man applies a lot to getting seriously involved in a church or in your workplace

I'm watching this as a blizzard is coming north to Canada from North Dakota. I'll probably never ride a motorbike but these videos are damn interesting nonetheless.

You have some great videos !!! Much appreciated. Got a dumb question . . . I ride an old Harley but I'm also an old guitar player. Is that a miniature Marshall amp near your tools or is it that limited edition Marshall refrigerator/kegerator ??? All the best & stay well.

Great advice,Every club/ organization will agree when a new fish appears in an Ocean full of sharks, gotta be Koo when being around big dogs, might get that ass chewed. That lifestyle is not for everyone, Some riders, have eBay bikes, and weekend warriors, only ride when it’s sunny and clear. Not saying ride in a storm, oh my it’s drizzling well so much for riding, that type of shit,Enjoy your channel keep growing, that rhino stuff looks good, there’s a reason why you are blessed. Work hard, play hard, love, loyalty, and respect. God sees that! Be blessed be careful, cuida la Familia!

I went to a couple meetings of this "organization" you speak of,about 2 yrs ago. Top off and Witchn are really good family friends of ours. They're the ones who sent the open invite to check them out. As matter of fact, I've done a bit of plumbing in top offs house. I decided to go a different direction but am highly reconsidering and going back. Did background and all and that's when I stopped going.

"I can't stand civilians, normal people!" LOL I love this guy!

Ive watched this vid in my feed probably 4-5 times in the last year or so, Man... I met that "over promise dude" at a recent meeting. Almost comical that you hit that nail so well... sure enough he wasn't able to accomplish half what he raised his hand for and now he's having to mend bridges. He's got a long road to go but hopefully his enthusiasm and a little "Old Dude" guidance will help him. Seems funny to me that I'm considered and old dude, but whatever... Stay safe, keep slinging the truth... ML&R

Exercising your motor home is a good idea 💡 That’s good maintenance !

Hell yes. I'm looking at hanging out with your Organization, here in Gulfport, Mississippi. Gulf coast!!!

Looks like a fun project, Not a fan of spokes. I say keep the wheels.

But in my circle, once a prospect, always a prospect. You're there to set an example for everyone. Nobody is an exception.

I liken getting to know an organization to deer hunting. You don't rush into the woods making all kinds of noise and draw attention to yourself. You enter quietly, find a nice spot to sit and you patiently wait and observe. It may take 5, 6, or 10 times, but someone will notice you and approach you and they'll want to know who you are and what you're about. Be patient and be consistent. Let them notice you on their terms. And for the love of Pete, don't name drop.

I would get the Hammer 1275 kit. Ok, that’s what I want to do eventually to my 1200.

You should look into some Bluetooth valve stem covers to monitor the trailer tire pressure’s. Don’t know if your rig has it built in, but would be cool to check it real time on the road. Just a thought.

"Don't broadcast when you should be tuning in" will be going up on my wall in my classroom day one next year! :-)

just ordered some rhino stuff... thanks for the code

Can't wait,...

Very good points!! I'm part of an Association, with religious basis.. I'd say they apply to us as well.

"Don't broadcast, when you should be tuning in" absolutely love it 👍

Luv Mr. Monkey's bikes and so clean garage-luv it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Great advice. I was invited to hang around a organization a couple of years ago. While I really enjoyed riding with them and hanging out at the clubhouse and whatnot it just never felt "right". The last get together I was at was a big event where they invited me to bring my wife and get to meet other guys from out of state, etc. One of the head guys had a candid conversation with me and said "we ain't looking for new guys so if this isn't for you don't waste everyone's time". He wasn't a dick about it, just being blunt and honest. I decided that night that I wasn't gonna hang around anymore.

Again i wish i could share pics on this format like facebook, think you might like to see a chopper i built in the 90's was my tribute to Billy's Bike, and it too was a Sporty motor but i used a genuine 1200 out of an 89 1200XLH and i too used the Buell heads

@Professional Monkey. I am learning so much from your channel. I just subscribed.

Twisted Spokes!! They looked bad azz on my Street Bob... 👍🏽

Your great really enjoy your content. Don't worry about what others might say. Eff if they can't take a joke..