audio, stills, text and or video: Go to zReportage.com to see more - For many Motorcycle Gang members in France, riding a Harley-Davidson and living their parallel life is the best way to clearly display their personal choices and ideas, and the refusal to allow oneself to be 'formatted' by society. The MC Bikers of France contrast with the traditional bikers in many ways, notably in the recruitment of their members. In a MC, the rules of life, especially the solidarity in all circumstances between brothers require a progressive integration of new members. Some ride Choppers, modified and personalized, and stripped of some of their original accessories. In general this is a way to show the refusal of much of the conventional notions of the political and economic society they live in. MC Bikers want to be free, without constraints, but they are governed by drastic internal rules. Being part of an MC is a real commitment. Although some members might seem to live a marginal lifestyle, for the most part, they are actually integrated fully into the mainstream of society, with a regular family life, a job and career. The word 'MC gang' has a controversial meaning and often connotes a 'criminal' group or organization. This 'gang' terminology began after the coverage of a riot which took place in Hollister California, in 1947. This riot inspired the movie 'The Wild One' with Marlon Brando. After that event, 1% of the bikers, mainly MC Bikers were considered as troublemakers, lawless rebels versus the 99% of regular bikers. Today, only very few MC Bikers wear the diamond patch with the inscription '1%er'.
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Dec 11, 2017 - Paris, France - DAVID of Anarchy's Bulldogs MC, works as a roofer and rides a Yamaha Royal Star de 1996. The MC Bikers contrast with the traditional bikers in many ways. Some ride Choppers, modified and personalized motorcycles, and stripped of some of their original accessories. In general this is a way to show the refusal of much of the conventional notions of the political and economic society they live in. MC Bikers want to be free, without constraints, but they are governed by drastic internal rules. Being part of an MC is a real commitment. Although some MC members might seem to live a marginal lifestyle, for the most part, they are actually integrated fully into the mainstream of society. Many MC Bikers have, in addition to the singular life of a MC members, a regular family life, a job and career.
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Dec 11, 2017 - Paris, France - FRED aka LA LOUCHE of Anarchy's Bulldogs MC, is a forestry worker and rides a Harley Davidson 1340cc softail 1993.
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Dec 11, 2017 - Paris, France - JEAN CLAUDE, President of the Boozefighters MC 176, owns a shop for custom bikes and vinyl record collectors and rides Harley Davidson Sportster 1200 Bobber.
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Dec 11, 2017 - Paris, France - ARNO aka Angry Bird of Boozefighters MC 176, works as a painter and rides a Harley Davidson Dyna Low Rider 2006.
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Dec 11, 2017 - Paris, France - JO of Boozefighters MC 176, works as a stone mason and rides a Harley Davidson Dyna 1450cc 2002, and LITTLE JO of Boozefighters MC 176, also works as stone mason rides Harley Davidson Dyna Super Glide Custom 2010.
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Dec 11, 2017 - Paris, France - JOSS, President of Evil Sinners MC, works as a painter interior designer and rides a Harley Davidson.
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Dec 11, 2017 - Paris, France - DIDIER of Evil Sinners MC, a dental technician, rides a Harley Davidson Softail Heritage 1990.
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Dec 11, 2017 - Paris, France - STEPH of Evil Sinners MC, works as a Butcher and rides a Harley Davidson Dyna Wide Glide 2010.
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Dec 11, 2017 - Paris, France - ERIC (L) of Evil Sinners MC, works as a roofing work supervisor and rides a Harley Davidson Road King Classic 2012.
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Dec 11, 2017 - Paris, France - TRISTAN aka SHARP of Medieval MC Vienne, is an army serviceman and rides a Harley Davidson Super Glide 1340 de 1987.
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Dec 11, 2017 - Paris, France - MAX of Medieval MC, works as a butcher and rides a Virago 750.
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Dec 11, 2017 - Paris, France - PIT, President of Medieval MC Essonne, a Medieval fight organizer, rides a Harley Davidson Softail 1340 - 1999.
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MICHEL of Outlanders MC, job as Foundry worker rides Harley Davidson Softail 1340 de 1999. Right: GUYLAIN, President Outlanders MC, works as a Coach at a gym and rides a Chopper Harley Davidson 1340 Softail et H.D Sporster 1200S de 2001.
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Dec 11, 2017 - Paris, France - FERNANDO President Pirate's MC (Club dissolved), works as a Construction worker and rides a Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1996.
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Dec 11, 2017 - Paris, France - BENOIT of Pirate's MC (Club dissolved) works as a loading dock worker and rides a Harley Davidson.
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Dec 11, 2017 - Paris, France - LOU of Pirate's MC (Club dissolved), works as a vehicle mechanic and spray painter and rides a Harley Davidson Sportster 1200.
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Dec 11, 2017 - Paris, France - XAV of Pirate's MC (Club dissolved), works as a gymnasium attendant and rides a Victory Bagger.
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Dec 11, 2017 - Paris, France - JP of Reckless Brothers MC, is retired and rides a HD Sportster 883 XL Trike 2012cc 2009.
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Dec 11, 2017 - Paris, France - FAB of Reckless Brothers MC, works as a welder and rides a Chopper.
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Dec 11, 2017 - Paris, France - JEAN of Red Crusaders Club 100% Support 81, works as a teacher and rides a Harley Davidson Softail 1999.
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Dec 11, 2017 - Paris, France - FRITZ of Road Riders MC, works as a Motorcycle mechanic rides HD Sportster 1999.
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Dec 11, 2017 - Paris, France - ANTOINE aka TONY of the White Crows MC works as an organic farmer (former 3D Motion Designer) and rides a Harley Davidson Sportster Forty-Eight 2014.
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Dec 11, 2017 - Paris, France - DAN of West Power MC (Club dissolved), is retired and rides a HD Road King 2006.
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Dec 11, 2017 - Paris, France - DAVID of Anarchy's Bulldogs MC,works as a roofer and rides a 1996 Yamaha Royal Star. The MC Bikers contrast with the traditional bikers in many ways. Some ride Choppers, modified and personalized motorcycles, and stripped of some of their original accessories. In general this is a way to show the refusal of much of the conventional notions of the political and economic society they live in. MC Bikers want to be free, without constraints, but they are governed by drastic internal rules. Being part of an MC is a real commitment. Although some MC members might seem to live a marginal lifestyle, for the most part, they are actually integrated fully into the mainstream of society. Many MC Bikers have, in addition to the singular life of a MC members, a regular family life, a job and career.
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