Motorcycle club members, independent riders and even non-riders alike came together in solidarity Monday to protect rights specific to bikers.

Motorcycle club members, independent riders and even non-riders alike came together in solidarity Monday to protect rights specific to bikers.

The first call to action by the US Defenders motorcycle group brought out over 70 bikes to the Oregon State Capitol on Monday making a positive statement of unity between clubs and independent riders. Quiet Mike, the Information Officer for US Defenders said he was pleased with the show of bikes, It was an excellent turnout, the most motorcyclists weve had here for a long time.

US Defenders is a movement formed from within motorcycle clubs from every state to implement and support motorcycle rights.

The grass roots organization is made up of a nationwide Confederation of Clubs, composed of state citizen biker manpower from Motorcycle Clubs and Coalition of Independent Riders (C.O.I.R) representatives.