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The New Hampshire Motorcyclists’ Rights Organization (NHMRO) was founded in
freedoms were being systematically taken away.
NHMRO was incorporated as a non-profit organization, under the laws of the State
of New Hampshire and the Internal Revenue tax codes, for the sole purpose of
restoring certain freedoms lost and retaining freedoms that had not yet been
tampered with.
In support of NHMRO’s purpose we welcome any and all motorcyclists as part of
the organization so that they may help us in protecting the rights of ALL
motorcyclists regardless of their preference in motorcycles, life styles, or where,
when and how they enjoy riding.
We also encourage ALL motorcyclists to register and actively participate in helping
to elect candidates who are supportive of our beliefs.
NHMRO supports the VOLUNTARY use of helmets, not mandatory laws.
freedoms were being systematically taken away.
NHMRO was incorporated as a non-profit organization, under the laws of the State
of New Hampshire and the Internal Revenue tax codes, for the sole purpose of
restoring certain freedoms lost and retaining freedoms that had not yet been
tampered with.
In support of NHMRO’s purpose we welcome any and all motorcyclists as part of
the organization so that they may help us in protecting the rights of ALL
motorcyclists regardless of their preference in motorcycles, life styles, or where,
when and how they enjoy riding.
We also encourage ALL motorcyclists to register and actively participate in helping
to elect candidates who are supportive of our beliefs.
NHMRO supports the VOLUNTARY use of helmets, not mandatory laws.
What Have We Accomplished ?
NHMRO’s first victory was to defeat the proposed 1975 mandatory motorcycle
headlight bill in New Hampshire.
Our second victory was our part in legislation preventing the DOT from withholding
highway funding to the states without mandatory helmet laws. (This was in May of
1976. Not much has changed in the way Washington tries to blackmail the states.)
We still fight every year to keep the state of New Hampshire Free and open to you
to choose .
When the NH Legislature reconvened in January of 1977, NHMRO had an
amendment filed to our mandatory helmet law exempting any rider over the age of
18. This was signed into law and took effect on August 7, 1977. (This made NHMRO
the 1st rights group in the nation to do so.)
Since then NHMRO has been instrumental in defeating many attempts to pass a
new helmet law or create a new lights-on law in NH.
NHMRO was “very” instrumental in the creation of a state sponsored MSF course in
NH and even financed the training of the first group of instructors.
NHMRO has also worked closely with the state of New Hampshire on other issues
of concern to the motorcyclists of the state such as: the motorcycle noise bill
revisions of 1993; the law exempting motorcycles manufactured prior to 1973 from
the law requiring directional signals; and the introduction of a bill to exempt
motorcycles from the child restraint law.
NHMRO has also produced the 1991 MSF national award winning public service
spots for television promoting motorcycle awareness. We have produced and
distributed anti drinking and riding posters throughout the state. We have
convinced our previous and current Governors to officially proclaim May as
“Motorcycle Awareness Month” and we distribute posters and bumpers stickers to
local businesses and schools to raise public awareness.
NHMRO provided support in helping motorcyclists with handicaps in New Hampshire
to obtain a handicapped plate for their motorcycles.
In the summer of 1990 NHMRO’s resolve to institute a quality motorcycle education
program was finally accomplished. Because of NHMRO’s diligent lobbying efforts and
financial commitment, this program is available today for a small fee. In order to
implement the program, NHMRO provided the introductory financing to train the first
group of instructors from New Hampshire. Each year the program has expanded to
include new instructors and additional training sites. Approximately 3,000 plus
riders attend this training each year.
NHMRO has produced and distributed anti-drinking and driving posters throughout
New Hampshire.
NHMRO produced and supplied to all television stations in NH, a public service
announcement with the Governor of NH, asking all citizens to be aware of
motorcycles. This public service announcement won a national award from the MSF
(Motorcycle Safety Foundation) in 1991. Each year NHMRO requests to have the
month of May officially proclaimed by the Governor as “Motorcycle Awareness
Month” in the State of New Hampshire.
In 1993,NHMRO worked with the Division of Motor Vehicles, motorcycle dealers and
legislators on revising the motorcycle noise regulation to ensure that it is fair and
reasonable, accommodating both antique and custom motorcycles.
1994, NHMRO introduced and worked with the legislature to pass into law a bill
exempting directional lights on motorcycles manufactured prior to January 1, 1973.
In 1998,NHMRO defeated a $1 million mandatory insurance bill and a mandatory
helmet bill.
2003, NHMRO amended the handlebar law, so now handlebars can be shoulder
height.
In 2006, NHMRO was instrumental in passing two pieces of legislation, one that
requires all driver education schools to teach at least 45 minutes of motorcycle
awareness and another that requires anyone failing the DMV licensing test twice
will be required to take a motorcycle education course. This is part of our continuing
effort to reduce fatalities and accidents.
NHMRO publishes & distributes a newsletter to all members.
NHMRO supports the voluntary use of helmets, not mandatory laws.
NHMRO’s website www.nhmro.org has information on
advertisers and businesses that give discounts to NHMRO
members with current membership cards and listing of events.
NHMRO, in cooperation with the Salvation Army and the Union Leader Corporation,
sponsors a “Toys For Tots Run” in the fall of every year collecting thousands of toys
for the needy children of New Hampshire.
headlight bill in New Hampshire.
Our second victory was our part in legislation preventing the DOT from withholding
highway funding to the states without mandatory helmet laws. (This was in May of
1976. Not much has changed in the way Washington tries to blackmail the states.)
We still fight every year to keep the state of New Hampshire Free and open to you
to choose .
When the NH Legislature reconvened in January of 1977, NHMRO had an
amendment filed to our mandatory helmet law exempting any rider over the age of
18. This was signed into law and took effect on August 7, 1977. (This made NHMRO
the 1st rights group in the nation to do so.)
Since then NHMRO has been instrumental in defeating many attempts to pass a
new helmet law or create a new lights-on law in NH.
NHMRO was “very” instrumental in the creation of a state sponsored MSF course in
NH and even financed the training of the first group of instructors.
NHMRO has also worked closely with the state of New Hampshire on other issues
of concern to the motorcyclists of the state such as: the motorcycle noise bill
revisions of 1993; the law exempting motorcycles manufactured prior to 1973 from
the law requiring directional signals; and the introduction of a bill to exempt
motorcycles from the child restraint law.
NHMRO has also produced the 1991 MSF national award winning public service
spots for television promoting motorcycle awareness. We have produced and
distributed anti drinking and riding posters throughout the state. We have
convinced our previous and current Governors to officially proclaim May as
“Motorcycle Awareness Month” and we distribute posters and bumpers stickers to
local businesses and schools to raise public awareness.
NHMRO provided support in helping motorcyclists with handicaps in New Hampshire
to obtain a handicapped plate for their motorcycles.
In the summer of 1990 NHMRO’s resolve to institute a quality motorcycle education
program was finally accomplished. Because of NHMRO’s diligent lobbying efforts and
financial commitment, this program is available today for a small fee. In order to
implement the program, NHMRO provided the introductory financing to train the first
group of instructors from New Hampshire. Each year the program has expanded to
include new instructors and additional training sites. Approximately 3,000 plus
riders attend this training each year.
NHMRO has produced and distributed anti-drinking and driving posters throughout
New Hampshire.
NHMRO produced and supplied to all television stations in NH, a public service
announcement with the Governor of NH, asking all citizens to be aware of
motorcycles. This public service announcement won a national award from the MSF
(Motorcycle Safety Foundation) in 1991. Each year NHMRO requests to have the
month of May officially proclaimed by the Governor as “Motorcycle Awareness
Month” in the State of New Hampshire.
In 1993,NHMRO worked with the Division of Motor Vehicles, motorcycle dealers and
legislators on revising the motorcycle noise regulation to ensure that it is fair and
reasonable, accommodating both antique and custom motorcycles.
1994, NHMRO introduced and worked with the legislature to pass into law a bill
exempting directional lights on motorcycles manufactured prior to January 1, 1973.
In 1998,NHMRO defeated a $1 million mandatory insurance bill and a mandatory
helmet bill.
2003, NHMRO amended the handlebar law, so now handlebars can be shoulder
height.
In 2006, NHMRO was instrumental in passing two pieces of legislation, one that
requires all driver education schools to teach at least 45 minutes of motorcycle
awareness and another that requires anyone failing the DMV licensing test twice
will be required to take a motorcycle education course. This is part of our continuing
effort to reduce fatalities and accidents.
NHMRO publishes & distributes a newsletter to all members.
NHMRO supports the voluntary use of helmets, not mandatory laws.
NHMRO’s website www.nhmro.org has information on
advertisers and businesses that give discounts to NHMRO
members with current membership cards and listing of events.
NHMRO, in cooperation with the Salvation Army and the Union Leader Corporation,
sponsors a “Toys For Tots Run” in the fall of every year collecting thousands of toys
for the needy children of New Hampshire.
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in obtaining r the details of the program which
are located on our Sponsor page.
Sponsorship program! If you are interested;
in obtaining r the details of the program which
are located on our Sponsor page.
| Our Supporters |
Deerhead Sportsmen's Club
Hooksett, NH
Hooksett, NH
Atlantic Upholstery
Londonderry, NH
603-432-3391
Specializing in Antique, Classic & Hot Rod
Restorations. Auto & Truck Seats, Headliners,
Convertible Tops - Motorcycle & Snowmobile
Seats - Boat Covers & Interiors
Londonderry, NH
603-432-3391
Specializing in Antique, Classic & Hot Rod
Restorations. Auto & Truck Seats, Headliners,
Convertible Tops - Motorcycle & Snowmobile
Seats - Boat Covers & Interiors
Lafayette Press Inc.
455 Hayward St.
Manchester, NH 03103
603-622-8142
455 Hayward St.
Manchester, NH 03103
603-622-8142
| Our Sponsors |
| Imagine, your business advertised here! See Sponsor Page for details! |
NHMRO recognizes the businesses that support us through
various contributions of their services, products and
discounts. We are listing the businesses here area token
of our appreciation for a period of time. We ask that you
consider these businesses when looking for their type of
sales or service!
various contributions of their services, products and
discounts. We are listing the businesses here area token
of our appreciation for a period of time. We ask that you
consider these businesses when looking for their type of
sales or service!
Manchester Harley Davidson
115 John E Devine Drive
Manchester, NH
www.manchesterhd.com
603-622-2461
115 John E Devine Drive
Manchester, NH
www.manchesterhd.com
603-622-2461
| Our Platinum Sponsors |
| Our Gold Sponsors |
ST Alarm Systems
Burg - Fire - Access - CCTV
33 Floyd Ave
Manchester, NH
email: st_systems@comcast.net
603-860-2234
Burg - Fire - Access - CCTV
33 Floyd Ave
Manchester, NH
email: st_systems@comcast.net
603-860-2234
HK Powersports of Hooksett/
Hooksett Kawaski
1354 Hooksett Rd, Hooksett NH
603-668-4343
web: www.hkpowersports.com
Hooksett Kawaski
1354 Hooksett Rd, Hooksett NH
603-668-4343
web: www.hkpowersports.com
Senator Bob Letourneau
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NHMRO recognizes the businesses that
sponsor us through contributions and
donations.
We ask that you consider these businesses
when looking for their type of sales or service!
sponsor us through contributions and
donations.
We ask that you consider these businesses
when looking for their type of sales or service!
Manchester Motorcycle Club
Celebrating 95 years of riding & fellowship
email: mmc1915@comcast.net
phone: 603-496-3309
web: www.mmc1915.org
Celebrating 95 years of riding & fellowship
email: mmc1915@comcast.net
phone: 603-496-3309
web: www.mmc1915.org
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Huge antique center featuring scores of
dealer booths!
582 Main Street
Laconia, NH 03246-3450
WEB: www.laconiaantiquecenter.com
603-524-3450
dealer booths!
582 Main Street
Laconia, NH 03246-3450
WEB: www.laconiaantiquecenter.com
603-524-3450
Broken Spokes Riding Club
Celebrating 36 years of motorcycling
brotherhood & sisterhood
Rochester, NH
603-923-4407
web: www.brokenspokesrc.com
Celebrating 36 years of motorcycling
brotherhood & sisterhood
Rochester, NH
603-923-4407
web: www.brokenspokesrc.com
Mountain Men MC -
Rockingham County
Riding Free Since 1973
WEB:
www.moutainmenmc.net/RockinghamCounty.html
Rockingham County
Riding Free Since 1973
WEB:
www.moutainmenmc.net/RockinghamCounty.html
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