Discover the History, Culture, and Global Reach of Motorcycle Clubs
The origins of outlaw motorcycle clubs (MCs) can be traced back to the United States’ post-World War II period. These clubs, which were started by returning soldiers looking for companionship, have developed into a wide range of international organizations.
This article explores the background and customs of MCs, highlighting their global appeal. You will learn about the distinctive histories of these groups and how they have impacted different areas.

1. Bacchus MC

Established in: 1972
Financial Information: Apparently, $200 a month in dues for membership
One of the oldest motorcycle clubs in the entire world is the Bacchus MC. The Roman incarnation of Dionysus, the Greek deity of women, wine, and singing, is referenced in the name of the creature, Bacchus.
Twitter users: Bacchus MC, @bacchus-mc
Bacchus is the third-biggest biker gang in Canada; therefore, its impact is widespread. Its membership has climbed to about 200 individuals, a significant increase from previous years, and its impact in Canada has grown. Since the gang’s founding in a remote part of Canada, a lot has happened.

2. The Grim Reapers

Established in: 1965
Financial Details: Unverified
The Grim Reapers are primarily known in the Southeastern region of the United States and are based in Louisville, Kentucky. The Grim Reapers first appeared in the Southern scene in 1965. The club gained popularity swiftly. Chapters in Indiana, Illinois, and Tennessee appeared by the middle of the 1970s.

The Grim Reapers on Instagram and @courierpress
It is obvious that the club only allows members who ride Harley-Davidsons, as the Hells Angels are its main ally. As for adversaries, the Grim Reapers consider the Kings Crew, Rebels, Outcasts, Warlords, and RCMP among their foes.

3. The Road Runners

Established in: 1978
Financial Information: A ticket to one of their rallies costs $12 per person.
The MC is one of the oldest in Poland, and the Road Runners had their beginnings there as the “Veteran Club.” Even though he went away in 2005, Miroslaw Miro Stefanczyk, a legend in Poland’s rocker and biker scenes, formed the club.

The Roadrunners: flickr.com//6ceee0958
Stefanczyk had a major role in the formation and development of the scene, and rockers from all over the world, including Road Runners and members of other gangs, came to his funeral.

4. Sadistic Souls MC

Founded in 2010; Unconfirmed Financial Information
A relatively new outlaw motorbike club, Sadistic Souls MC, has a pervasive philosophy among its members. Since its founding in 2010, the club has been very popular in the United States.

@sun-9/imgur.com Sadistic Souls MC
In addition to having chapters in New Zealand, Australia, and the United Kingdom, the MC is present in several U.S. states, including Tennessee, Ohio, Alabama, Pennsylvania, Florida, Wisconsin, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Illinois.

5. The Sons of Satan

Established in 1949
Financial Details: Unverified
The Lancaster, Pennsylvania-based Sons of Satan MC was established in 1949. The biker gang, sometimes known as merely “The Sons,” serves as the Pagans’ support group. Remarkably, the Sons were originally a family-oriented club that was started by WWII veterans who were returning from war.

The Sons of Satan on Facebook at @sonsofsatanmc.com
In the 1960s, John “Satan” Marron—who would go on to become the President of the Pagans—was the one who transformed the Sons into a criminal gang. The Sons gained notoriety for their fierce rivalry with other gangs, particularly their brief conflict with the Pagans.

6. Brother Speed MC

Founded in 1969
Financial Details: Unverified
Brother Speed MC is one of nine active biker gangs in the state of Oregon, albeit less populous than it formerly was. The club was established in Idaho in the late 1960s, and it is also very popular in Washington.

Instagram/@motorscostume/Brother Speed MC
These tyrants have a history of becoming involved with any gang that comes their way, including the Mongols. Maybe the reason Brother Speed’s name is so well-known is because of their rivalry with the Mongols.

7. The Coffin Cheaters

Founded in 1970
Financial Details: Unverified
The Daily Telegraph listed the Coffin Cheaters as one of the “most dominant biker gangs” in all of Australia. They were founded in Perth in 1970 and are fierce rivals of the Finks MC, who are also included on this list.

The Coffin Cheaters flickr/@apinews
The first Australian gang to go global was the Coffin Cheaters. The Coffin Cheaters refer to the Hells Angels as their allies when discussing their relationship with other gangs. The 1%’er gang is well-versed in the law; they copyrighted their logo years ago to prevent it from being used or duplicated.

8. The Phantom Outlaws

Founded in 1969
Financial Details: Unverified
In 1969, the Phantom Outlaw MC was founded in Chicago. More recently, it has partnered with the Vice Lords, another Chicago-based group. The Phantoms are a mostly black gang, and the majority of them drive Harleys and other motorcycles.

The Phantom Outlaws, using imgur.com/topology
Some of the Phantoms are actually simultaneously pledged to the MC and the Vice Lords. Compared to other groups of the same kind, the criminal gang is much more low-key on social media.

9. El Forastero

Established in 1962
Financial Details: Unverified
After the club was rejected to become a chapter of the Satan Slaves MC, El Forastero was established in 1962. The EFMC, which stands for “The Foreign,” got its name from a piece of literature that cowboys entering Mexican territory were known for in the Old West.
Media sites report that El Forastero’s bikers range in age from fifty-one to sixty on average. Despite this, the club continues to rule in places like Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Sioux City, Iowa.

El Forastero is on Instagram at @rogues-mc.

10. The Iron Horsemen

Established in: 1965
Financial Details: Unverified
The Iron Horsemen, who were founded in Cincinnati, Ohio, are known for their emblem, which is a metallic horse head with wings and the words “Ashes to ashes, dust to dust; if it weren’t for the Iron Horsemen, the highways would rust.”

The Iron Horsemen on Pinterest/@hotcarsimages
The Iron Horsemen have a large number of opponents. The Phantoms and the Brothers VIII (8) Motorcycle Clubs are their allies, whereas they label the Detroit Highwaymen, Outlaws, and Iron Order as their adversaries.

11. Los Vagos

Founded in 1964
Financial Information: CauseIQ* reports total revenue of $282,000.
Often referred to as the “Green Nation,” Los Vagos began in California in the 1960s. The Norse God of Mischief, Loki, is appropriately included in the club’s emblem, and they are still active in the Southwest. There are over 4,000 members in the complete patch.

@motor.maydaysur/Pinterest: Los Vagos
The Vagos also wear patches with the number twenty-two, which is a reference to the alphabet’s twenty-second letter, “V,” in addition to their Loki emblem. Upon successful completion of a probationary period and certification by higher-ups in the gang, you can also receive a ‘Motorcycle Family’ patch.

12. Trust MC

Founded in 1984
Financial Details: Unconfirmed Trust MC was founded in Germany and now has chapters in Belgium, Poland, Romania, Thailand, and Germany. Being one of the few motorbike clubs that allowed its members to ride bikes built in Japan, Trust has always been special.

MC @Motorcycle Clubs Germany/Facebook.com is trustworthy.
Bavaria has become a land of trust. Although they have allies, they occasionally clash over territory with other gangs. They operate alongside the Hell’s Angels, Outlaws, Gremium, and Bandidos.

13. Solo Angeles

Established in 1959
Financial Information: Contributes thousands to charities annually.
For good reason, the Solo Angeles Club is well-known; its members are a group of motorcyclists who genuinely wish to support their local communities. It is well-known for its yearly charity run, during which it provides toys to underprivileged Tijuana, Mexico, children.

Angeles alone, @Serch S!/flickr
The club’s emblem is a chopper bike, and it was established in Tijuana in 1959. This violent biker gang is mostly known for its great heart, even though a few individual members may have broken the law.