The motorcycle community has been vocal and protesting against several key political issues, primarily involving police profiling, privacy violations, and discriminatory enforcement practices. 1. Motorcycle Profiling by Law Enforcement • Issue: Profiling refers to the unjust targeting of motorcyclists based solely on their appearance or membership in a motorcycle club. Riders, especially those associated with clubs, feel they are disproportionately stopped and scrutinized by law enforcement. • Organizations: Several groups like the Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF), National Council of Clubs (NCOC), Motorcycle Profiling Project (MPP), and American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) are leading the charge against these profiling practices. They have worked together to pass resolutions in Congress, such as House Resolution 831, which urges states to implement policies that discourage motorcycle profiling. • Recent Activity: In 2024, groups have been pushing for more legislation that protects riders’ rights and promotes public awareness of these profiling practices. The U.S. Senate passed a resolution aimed at ending police profiling of motorcyclists and urging better cooperation between law enforcement and the riding community. • Sources: Motorcycle Profiling Project, American Motorcyclist Association, webBikeWorld . 2. Motorcycle-Only Checkpoints • Issue: Some states have used federal funds to set up motorcycle-only checkpoints, which the community sees as discriminatory. These checkpoints are viewed as invasive and ineffective in promoting road safety. • Organizations: The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) has successfully lobbied Congress to prevent the use of federal funds for motorcycle-only checkpoints, asserting that these checkpoints violate the civil liberties of motorcyclists and don’t significantly improve safety outcomes. • Sources: American Motorcyclist Association . These issues are central to the ongoing debates between motorcycle advocacy groups and state/federal governments. Efforts continue to ensure that motorcyclists are treated fairly, and these groups encourage motorcyclists to stay active in political processes to support legislation that protects their rights.