As cycling culture continues to expand globally, the number of motorcycle clubs (including street, cruiser, and off-road types) has become a hot topic in the industry. While precise figures are difficult to come by, the overall trend suggests diversity and widespread regional distribution.

Estimated Range and Distribution

A global cycling community analysis suggests that the number of motorcycle clubs worldwide, ranging from small local groups to large multinational organizations, is conservatively estimated to be in the thousands. These clubs encompass a wide range of activities, including charity, brand fandom, recreational riding, and cultural heritage.

In the United States, the American Motorcycle Association (AMA) alone has over 1,100 authorized clubs. These clubs serve a variety of functions, including organizing events, organizing brand fan groups, and promoting competitions.

Examples of Internationally Renowned Clubs

• Hells Angels: As the world's largest outlaw motorcycle club, it boasts approximately 6,000 members and 592 chapters worldwide, covering 66 countries.

• Outlaws Motorcycle Club: Another well-known outlaw club, it has 441 chapters in 43 countries and over 4,000 members.

• In Australia, outlaw motorcycle gangs (commonly known as bikie gangs) comprise approximately 35 clubs with a total membership of approximately 3,500.

Overall Observations

• Globally: The number of motorcycle clubs is vast, estimated to number in the thousands, ranging from casual gatherings to brand fan groups and charitable organizations.

• In the US market: There are over 1,100 AMA-authorized clubs alone, reflecting the high level of community participation in motorcycle culture in the US. "Deviant" clubs: such as Hells Angels and Outlaws have global networks and thousands of members, but they are just two of the most representative organizations.