TRIKE RIDERS INTERNATIONAL

TRI is the worldwide organization for owners and enthusiasts of three-wheeled motorcycles and related motor vehicles based on that concept. TRI is dedicated to serving trike riders regardless of the brand or type of trike they choose. TRI is a membership service organization formed to provide personal, social and educational opportunities and speak for the rights and positive recognition of the general membership. TRI exists to BUILD, SUPPORT, and PRESERVE the integrity of triking and the safety of its members through organization, programs, communication, affiliations and standards advanced by, and to the individual membership.

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE & GOALS

A. To broaden public understanding of trikers and their contributions to society and the world by engaging in strategies of marketing, public relations and publicity which helps members of the public develop a positive appreciation and recognition of our membership.

B. To provide a centralized office to support membership benefits and advance growth among its members by creating and organizing Local, State, Regional, and virtual TRI member chapters throughout the world.

C. To provide for the personal growth, social opportunities, fellowship and community spirit of its members by developing and implementing programs and opportunities through get togethers, rallies, educational activities, publications, and other communications in an atmosphere free of political or religious affiliations or influence.

D. To speak on behalf of the collective interests of its members.

E. To cooperate with other organizations, businesses and institutions whose programs and activities are consistent with the mission and purposes of TRI.

F. Specific objectives are in the TRI Operations Manual.

MOTTO

ADVENTURE – FELLOWSHIP – KNOWLEDGE

HOW DOES TRI DEFINE A TRIKE?

A Trike is a three wheeled, street legal vehicle that is not powered by pedals, has either the rear two wheels or front two wheels of equal distance from the centerline of the vehicle and meets all D.O.T. or Individual State inspection standards. With this pretty inclusive definition some will complain of discrimination, even when the vehicle is clearly not a trike. We welcome everyone in TRI but believe a sidecar rig and a motorcycle with support wheels are what they are, motorcycles with attachments.

TRI MEMBERS ARE FREE TO CHOOSE

TRI believes in one of the most basic rights - FREEDOM of CHOICE. This important concept means that our Membership is NOT under obligation, real or imagined, to attend or participate in events with any group in TRI.

TRI’s challenge and responsibility is to present an attractive package to encourage participation, dedication and loyalty. This thought can be related to the idea that TRI is a product and our members are consumers. In fact, TRI will provide a money back guarantee to any Member that is of the opinion the Organization has failed to live up to their expectations. It is important that our leaders support our standards, ideals and conduct and that the member understands the ‘product’ he is choosing. The result is sincerely earned fellowship and loyalty.

TRI’s PLACE IN THE MOTORCYCLING/TRIKING COMMUNITY

There are three basic organizational categories in the motorcycling community: Motorcycle Clubs, Motorcycle Rights Organizations (MRO), and Social Riding Organizations (SRO). TRI is not a club or MRO; it is a social riding organization. Our management model and procedures are very different than that of any club, whether motorcycle or civic. This model is unique even among SRO’s. We’re pleased to show by example all the stereotyped thinking towards ‘bikers and trikers’ may not be true! We love to prove that image wrong with our courteous interaction with the general public, with each other and the motorcycling community. These standards are expected of our leaders and encouraged from our members.

TRIKE RIDERS OF SO CAL – CA-1

We are California’s first chapter of Trike Riders International (TRI). Our chapter sponsors are Harley-Davidson of Westminster and Spade Brothers Custom Paint in Huntington Beach. We meet the second Wednesday of each month. For more information on our current members and our ride calendar you can visit Meetup.com. The link below will take you there.

http://www.meetup.com/trike-riders-of-so-cal/

If you are a trike rider and are interested in joining us, for the membership application, please click the logo link below or here. It will take you to the TRI web page.

Once you are on the TRI webpage, on the left side click on the “Join Now/Renew” and fill out the application right on line. One year membership is $20 for an individual and $30 for a couple. You are also welcome to come to one of our monthly meetings for a visit just to see what we are all about. If you have any questions, please contact any of the people listed below and they will be glad to give you additional information. We look forward to seeing you at our next meeting.

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Monthly Meeting - 2nd Wednesday of each month

Coco’s

12582 Valley View

Garden Grove, CA

Just north of the 22 freeway

7pm (some come at 6pm to get a chance to eat)

Trike Night - 4th Wednesday of each month

Original Mike's

100 So. Main St.

Santa Ana, CA

6pm - ???? (purely a social gathering, come and go as you please)