Brave riders - Motorbike club

No, we wear the armband as a common identification feature and it does not represent any political stance. On the contrary, we have members with different cultural backgrounds.

Membership of BRAVE RIDERS is basically open to all natural persons, regardless of the make of motorbike, who are resident in Switzerland and are interested in the aim and purpose of the association and active participation. 

The following values are central components of our organization:

•  Freedom
•  Equality
•  Respect/Manners
• Discipline

Yes, even if you don't have a motorcycle you can become a member of the BRAVE RIDERS. In this case it is a "simple membership".

The BRAVE RIDERS wear a red armband on their left arm – this must be worn at meetings and rides.

We maintain friendly relations with the biker scene and MCs and look forward to joint events and trips.

However, we do NOT wear frocks. We do not run a club pub. The BRAVE RIDERS have no special obligations. The only obligations are paying the annual membership fee, wearing the red armband, adhering to the charter, following the instructions of the board members and observing the safety rules on the road. Our club is recognised by the MC scene.

Anyone who has the time and inclination takes part in events. Women are represented in management positions and we are brand-neutral when it comes to motorbikes.

Yes, we also wear the ‘number patch’ accordingly.

Membership in the BRAVE RIDERS must be terminated in writing. All official club symbols (armbands and any patches) must be returned.

Yes, the BRAVE RIDERS carry out charity activities to support social issues. 10% of the proceeds also go to the charity fund.

If you follow the following simple rules, nothing will stand in the way of enjoying motorcycling with the BRAVE RIDERS:

Participation in all types of BRAVE RIDERS club events, especially trips, is at your own risk and responsibility. The club and its bodies assume no liability. Members insure themselves for all types of damage. Only the club's assets are liable for the club's debts. Personal liability of members is excluded.

The following safety principles apply to BRAVE RIDERS:

• Sufficient breaks during rides (ride-outs)
• Consideration for all participants
• No alcohol
• Discipline when travelling in convoy

At the moment, the BRAVE RIDERS have the following functions, some of which are carried out by several people:

• President & Vice-President
• Secretary
• Treasurer
• Area Commander
• Sergeant
• Road Captain*
• Event Manager
• Photographer

*The Road Captain must ride a Harley-Davidson style motorbike, such as an Indian or other chopper-style model, on group rides. It should be a motorbike that has a distinctive, robust and cruising aesthetic, characteristic of the typical Harley-Davidson or comparable chopper models with a ‘big’ touring motorbike from approx. 1600cm3).

Guests can take part in specific events/ride-outs and pay CHF 25.00 per ride as a contribution towards expenses, unless otherwise defined.

We differentiate between members with a motorcycle (full member) and members without a motorcycle (simple member).

The membership fees are as follows:

• Full-Member CHF 250.-/year (member with motorbike)
• Simple-Member CHF 100.-/year (member without motorbike)

The full amount is due from the time of registration for the entire calendar year.

We have invested heavily in the development of our organisation - from the development of the brand to the development of our website and the solution for member administration (including the member area). In addition, we regularly invest in marketing to further strengthen the BRAVE RIDERS community and make it visible to the outside world. This does not even include the countless volunteer hours of the functionaries behind all this.

As a member, you can take part in BRAVE RIDERS events free of charge and are also entitled to exclusive material. This equipment is provided to you during your membership and must be returned when you leave:

• 1x small armband
• 1x large armband
• 1x back patch
• 1x chest patch
• 1x canton patch
• 1x number patch 19133 MC Association

Wearing the armband is compulsory. Sewing on and wearing the patches on your personal motorbike jacket is voluntary.