HOME ABOUT EVENTS LEGISLATIVE CHAPTERS SUPPORTERS MEMBERSHIP CONTACTS   ABOUT MISSION STATEMENT ABATE'S TOP TEN LIST ABATE of the Garden State was formed as a means for motorcyclists in New Jersey to speak with a UNITED voice on issues concerning the motorcyclists' community. The collective interests of the motorcyclists' community needed to be heard and Legislators needed to be make aware of our needs in order to protect our rights. so ABATE was fromed.. ABATE is non-partisan and welcomes all riders. We give those with a strong interest in motorcycling an opportunity to unite and become part of one of New Jersey's strongest motorcycle organizations. ABATE feels that all of us, from lifestyle rider to off-road-fan, are brothers and sisters with a common interest — RIDING SAFE! ABATE of the Garden State is a motorcyclists' rights organization dedicated to preserving individual freedom and promoting safety. We fully support rider training, safety and educational programs. Our members also raise funds for the less fortunate, through charity runs and benefits. We encourage our members to become active in their local communities. ABATE works to protect the rights of all motorcyclists through direct involvement in the political process. You, as an individual, can help in the ongoing struggle against anti-motorcycle legislation both here in New Jersey, and across the United States, by becoming an ABATE member. ABATE of the Garden State acts as an umbrella organization for many affiliates and supporting riding clubs. Each of these affiliated motorcyclists' rights organizations and supporting clubs are completely independent. Being associated with ABATE of the Garden State provides them with political clout and the means to work together to achieve our goals. Mission Statement To enhance and protect the motorcyclist riding rights in New Jersey. To enhance the common good and general welfare of New Jersey’s motorcycling community by promoting education, awareness, safety concerns and to foster a general understanding by motorcyclist and motorist alike. To make our voices heard on legislation affecting riders in New Jersey on a local, state and national level by creating a united community of motorcyclists connected through our organization.  Furthermore, we address any legislation concerning motorcyclists locally, statewide or nationally. Finally, we will engage in charitable activities benefiting our organization, the motorcycle community and society at large. ABATE'S Top Ten List ABATE of the Garden State is fighting for motorcyclists' rights on several state level issues. Most of these issues will not only help all motorcyclists, but will either directly or indirectly help all motorists. 1.    Increased penalties for right of way violations causing injury or death. 2.    Fight for increased penalties for and enforcement of distracted driving violations. 3.    Maximum utilization of motorcycle safety funding program. 4.    Promotion of driver and rider education courses and motorcycle awareness. 5.    Modification of handlebar height laws. 6.    Land splitting per task force bill. 7.    Option to proceed at unresponsive red lights. 8.    Increased enforcement of covered load laws. 9.    Legalize multiple motorcycles per parking spot. 10.  Educated freedom of choice concerning helmet use for adults.