What is A.B.A.T.E.?

A.B.A.T.E. (A Brotherhood Against Totalitarian Enactments) of Kansas, Inc, is organized NOT for profit, and the nature of its business or purposes to be conducted or promoted is charitable and education: To foster, promote and encourage safe motorcycling in the State of Kansas and elsewhere. To engage in educational programs and other promotional activities in order to educate the public as to motorcycle safety and motorcycling in general. To encourage and stimulate public interest in motorcycling and to be an advocate for the interests of motorcyclists and motorcycling. (Amended Nov 11, 1979)


Frequently Asked QuestionsContact Information

  • Can I wear a helment and be a member?
  • Yes, A.B.A.T.E. strives to ensure all motorcyclists reserve the right to choose to wear a helmet or not. A.B.A.T.E.'s stance is not Anti-Helmet, but rather Anti-Helmet Law. The factors of helmet use are too complex for a simple statistic, so A.B.A.T.E. believes, before government law needlessly endanger lives, that such a decision should be left to the rider and persue other venues of motorcycle safety--primarly education and awareness.
  • Do I need to be a Harley owner?
  • No, A.B.A.T.E. is an advocate for the rights of all motorcyclists, regardless of what or where they ride.
  • Do I need to own a motorcycle?
  • No, A.B.A.T.E. consists of all advocates of motorcyclists and motorcycling. The rights of which may be supported by anyone who cares, and are welcome to do so.
  • Do I have to live in Kansas?
  • No, A.B.A.T.E. of Kansas has many non-Kansas-resident members who still ride in Kansas. A.B.A.T.E. of Kansas does not belive the rights of motorcyclists stop at the state borderline. A.B.A.T.E. of Kansas works with other state and national Motorcycle Rights Organizations (MROs) to preserve rights wherever the road leads.
  • Do I need my A.B.A.T.E. card?
  • Yes, keep your membership card with you when you can. At events, it's faster and more reliable than roster checking. Also, many of your stops may give discounts for A.B.A.T.E. members.
  • Do I need a permit to camp on leased area at Lake Perry?
  • Yes, permits are required by the Corp of Engineers which are requested and obtained from the A.B.A.T.E. of Kansas State office in Perry, the only exception being if you plan to camp during the Labor Day Rally event.
  • Which District can I belong to?
  • You can belong to any district you prefer. Districts are divided by county groups, except District 20 which is mostly out-of-state members, however also choose districts adjacent to their state, if prefered. You may choose any district based on where you work, live, or have social ties. The only restriction is that you can only belong to one district at a time.
  • Why did I stop getting a newsletter?
  • Chances are most likely you have either moved or your membership has expired. Please check with your district or the A.B.A.T.E. of Kansas State office. It may also be you are not listed with your local post office. Please check with them to make sure you are listed at that address.
  • Is A.B.A.T.E. a motorcycle club?
  • No, A.B.A.T.E. of Kansas is classified as a lobbying organization.
  • Is A.B.A.T.E. just about helmets?
  • No, Is A.B.A.T.E. monitors all bills, laws, and regs that impact motorcycling, including manufaturing, operation, environment and education.