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A.B.A.T.E. of ILLINOIS, Inc. is a neutral, non-profit organization that allows all riders to unite in A Brotherhood Aimed Toward Education.
A.B.A.T.E. works to safeguard our motorcycling rights, while allowing us to be individuals with different views.
A.B.A.T.E.’s main concern is putting motorcycle legislation in its proper perspective. This being accomplished through motorcycle safety education programs, public awareness programs, and other programs designed to prevent injury or fatal accidents to motorcyclists.
A.B.A.T.E. keeps the legislature informed of position on any legislation that is unfair or discriminatory toward motorcyclists.
A.B.A.T.E. works closely with motorcycle rights organizations across the nation to stop discriminatory legislation aimed at all motorcyclists throughout the country.
By joining A.B.A.T.E., you can be a part of a political power that has come together to oppose anti-motorcycling legislation and to promote the safety of motorcyclists. You can help support the implementation of programs that will help the sport of motorcycling.
You will receive a patch, yearly membership card, yearly rocker, bumper sticker and a monthly newsletter that contains notices of A.B.A.T.E. activities and will keep you informed of any legislative activity affecting you - the motorcyclist. You can participate with fellow riders in service oriented activities such as blood runs, toy runs, clothing and food drives for the needy. Our positive public image is greatly enhanced by the generosity and concern shown these charitable endeavors.
Most of all, you have the personal satisfaction of knowing that with your membership, you are helping to preserve the basic freedoms of all motorcyclists.

The mission of the members of Black Diamond and A.B.A.T.E. of Illinois is to
preserve the universal right to a safe, unrestricted motorcycling environment,
and to propose and advocate actions that can be taken by elected and appointed
officials to protect and conserve the natural resources of the State of
Illinois, and ensure through professional management that sustainable use,
recreational opportunities and enjoyment of these new resources is available for
this and future generations.
To fulfill this Mission we will: