1. To form a united motorcycle rider's organization both at the local as well as the state level.

2. To promote fair motorcycle legislation and to insure motorcyclists freedom by working to prevent enactment of and to work to repeal unfair motorcycle legislation.

3. To work toward the elimination of prejudicial attitudes toward motorcyclists.

4. To promote motorcycle education and rider training programs, and public motorcycle awareness programs.

5. To improve the public image of motorcycling by participating in public service and charitable projects.

6. To foster a sense of brotherhood, sisterhood and cooperation between all motorcyclists.

The Concerned Bikers Association was formed in 1971 by a group of bikers in Charlotte, NC. A mandatory helmet law, which was enacted in 1967, and the 1971 passage of a twenty-four hour motorcycle headlight law made the motorcyclist suddenly aware that there was no one in NC helping to protect their rights. The purpose of CBA was and still is to promote fair motorcycle legislation and to repeal existing unfair legislation. The group banded together to help foster a sense of brotherhood and to improve the public image of motorcyclists.

George McLeod was the first President of CBA. The first meeting was held at Stan's Chopper House, a local bike shop in Charlotte. Dale Lucky was the first CBA lobbyist who went to Raleigh representing CBA. George McLeod resigned as President in 1972 with Rick Nail taking over the position. After contact with A.B.A.T.E. (American Bikers Aimed Toward Education) of Virginia, CBA decided to join and in 1973 became CBA/A.B.A.T.E. The first Constitution was written in 1973. Dale Lucky resigned as Legislative Coordinator in 1974 and Attorney William "Piggy" Potter, a professional lobbyist was hired in 1974. The first helmet protest was held in 1974. By 1985, CBA had grown to 12 chapters. In 1986, there was great change for CBA. Chapters and members wanted to become more involved on a state level, which meant reorganization was necessary. The Constitution was rewritten, the state was divided into 3 districts and state officers were elected.

CBA has grown to 19 chapters now and is stronger and more active than ever. Our Board of Directors have taken great measures to see that the chapters maintain their legislative dedication and it has shown in the progress we have made in past years.

The Brunswick County chapter was chartered September 24, 1994 and actively participates in state and federal legislation. We also support our community through education, service and charity. We know the upcoming year will be historic for North Carolina and the motorcycle rights movement. Join us in our continuing venture.

Chapter Meeting - NEW DAY & TIME!

Sunday, February 14, 2010 at 2:00 pm.

Have you or someone

you know received

an improper

helmet citation?

 If so please contact

 Bill Starnes at

star1568@bellsouth. net

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Meetings
are at 2:00 pm on the
2nd Sunday of each month at our Lodge,
600 Ocean Isle Beach Road, which we share with the Brunswick County Chapter of Disabled American Veterans.

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