03-20-2021, 01:15 AM
The Jokers Motorcycle Club, commonly referred to as "JMC" is a traditional American motorcycle club, with its roots stemming from New York, Manhattan. The club was formed by Thomas Gray, his brother and some family friends in Brooklyn, 1955 but has since expanded with a second chapter in Philly.
Like all clubs, the Jokers were formed out of a love for motorcycles, but above all, to create a feeling of belonging and camaraderie for its misfit members, who at the time did not feel that they fit into the norms of society. Its members strictly ride Harley-Davidson motorcycles and are identifiable by their three-piece back patch, green & purple colours and a large skull insignia - wearing a triad clown hat and make-up. It has also been documented that members of the Jokers have sported clown face-paint and make-up whilst riding together to events. This is believed to be an old club tradition and pays tribute to their name and insignia.
The Jokers MC is considered to be a criminal organization by the United States Department of Justice. Its members have had a history of violence and involvement in crimes such as extortion, drug trafficking, and arms trafficking. The organisation has been labelled as a "gang" by many NYC residents.
Like all clubs, the Jokers were formed out of a love for motorcycles, but above all, to create a feeling of belonging and camaraderie for its misfit members, who at the time did not feel that they fit into the norms of society. Its members strictly ride Harley-Davidson motorcycles and are identifiable by their three-piece back patch, green & purple colours and a large skull insignia - wearing a triad clown hat and make-up. It has also been documented that members of the Jokers have sported clown face-paint and make-up whilst riding together to events. This is believed to be an old club tradition and pays tribute to their name and insignia.
The Jokers MC is considered to be a criminal organization by the United States Department of Justice. Its members have had a history of violence and involvement in crimes such as extortion, drug trafficking, and arms trafficking. The organisation has been labelled as a "gang" by many NYC residents.
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