The “bikers” subculture can be fully understood by ordinary inhabitants, who have nothing to do with the corresponding people and motorcycles, only if you plunge deep into its history. It all started in 1868, when the era of bicycles with motors just started. Since a person was always attracted to something new and unknown, it is logical to assume that very many were immediately interested in motorcycles. Someone used them solely as means of transportation, and someone - to maintain the image.
But there was another, separate group of people who literally lived their own stories, not imagining their own existence without speed and adrenaline. Gradually, the course formed into a separate subculture, which today is spread not only among young people. Adults and respectable people will also not refuse once again to rush along the highway at high speed.
Bikers subculture: history of occurrence
So, the first motorcycle prototype was invented in 1868. After more than half a century, a subculture of “bikers” appeared. The history of its occurrence is based on the spread of two-wheeled motor vehicles. And it happened in the 30s. 20th century. At this time, motorcycles are gradually moving from the category of rarities and exotics to a number of generally accessible vehicles. Now, an inexpensive device can be afforded to everyone who earns at least a little. Expensive products become the prerogative of wealthy people only.
I must say that motorcycles, for which you need to "roll off" a frantic amount of money, are not at all interested in real bikers. After all, this subculture is based not only on the principle that each of its representatives has a two-wheeled horse. A biker should literally live by him, admire, become a friend. And for this to happen, you need to understand the appropriate technique.
Therefore, most bikers initially bought cheap motorcycles. Subsequently, they independently upgraded and improved them. And in the end, there were tales that the leading manufacturers of these two-wheeled vehicles would envy.
Elements and attributes of the subculture
In fact, a biker does not have to wear leather goods or chains. It is enough to have an aggressive and rebellious character. This will be all the paraphernalia. After all, a biker can wear a strict suit, but one can always recognize a representative of this subculture in it.
But the “bikers” subculture cannot do without some important elements, no matter how elaborate its representative behaves. Firstly, of course, this is a motorcycle. It is desirable that it be modified by its owner, and not look standard. Secondly, these are massive accessories. For example, these may be chains or watches. They emphasize a rebellious attitude to life, immunity to trifles.
Biker and motorcyclist: is there a difference?
The word "motorcycle" came from the Latin language and consists of two parts, which can be translated as follows: "wheel" and "be in motion." As for the bike, its literal translation will sound like “two-wheeled”. That is, initially, even by their names, motorcyclists and bikers differ from each other. The former only drive vehicles, while the latter try to emphasize that they have a passion for only two-wheeled units.
All people can become motorcyclists. To do this, just buy the appropriate vehicle, and it can not be driven every day. A motorcycle often in such people simply stands in the garage, it is boasted to friends and relatives.
As for bikers, here is a completely different story. Such people devote their lives to their motorcycles, not imagining their existence without them. This is what distinguishes the sub-culture "bikers". Photos of dashing riders, videos from numerous shows always convey a special atmosphere. The biker even looks at his motorcycle differently: in his gaze, love and devotion are felt.
Brotherhood shows and entertainment
The bikers subculture cannot do without two main events of the year. This is the opening and closing of the season. For several days, all representatives of this subculture, as well as those who are interested in tales, celebrate and brag to each other about their units. Of course, such shows do not take place without an abundance of beer, cigarettes and girls.
As for contests, all of them are pretty much the same type. One of them is called "sausages." Biker seats a girl behind him. She directly during movement must bite a sausage suspended on a rope. It is difficult to do, but the sight turns out to be funny and fun.
Another competition is called "barrels." The winner is the biker who, in a straight line, will roll the metal tank farthest. Naturally, he should do this only through his motorcycle.
What does it take to call yourself a biker?
You can not become a member of the fraternity, just buying a motorcycle. Bikers are people who adhere to two simple rules. So, they must have a genuine love for their "iron horse" and rock and roll.
Two-wheeled transport always occupies a special place in the life of a biker. Love for him is manifested in maintaining cleanliness, constant modernization, updating, tuning. Moreover, if the biker does not have enough money, then you can only change the stickers on the wings. Brotherhood friends will definitely appreciate it.
Subculture "bikers" immediately after its appearance was perceived as standing out, screaming. That is why rock and roll music is perfect for her. And the representatives of the subculture themselves are not averse to relaxing in the bar under the appropriate compositions.
Biker image
Independent rebel and aggressive person. It is these associations that arise in a person when he hears about a biker. Moreover, in history there are moments that fully confirm this. So, as an example, we give a story that happened in California. Several motorcyclists drank pretty much and went for a drive along the streets of the night city. Soon other guys joined them, of course, also not sober. Then the first biker violence was recorded. But once is enough to form a certain image.
I must say that the subculture "bikers" in Russia today is perceived negatively by many ordinary people. Moreover, its representatives are not trying to do anything to change the minds of people. They don’t need it. They are a separate fraternity, whose members, if they value someone’s opinion, then only their friends on the “iron horses”.
One more feature of the biker is the fact that he will stand to death for his “brother” in the subculture. Therefore, if one person is admitted to the appropriate group, then he can fully count on its other members. Naturally, the same is expected from him.
Conclusion
Thus, we found out that bikers are not at all drunk and vicious men who are aggressive towards drivers of four-wheeled vehicles and, especially, pedestrians. They are the same people as everyone else. The only difference is that their favorite pastime is riding your bike and talking with like-minded people. This is just a hobby that affects lifestyle.