Mission Statement
To pursue,promote and protect the interests of motorcyclists: to develop better and more enthusiatic relations between the general public,the media and the operators and riders of motorcyles: to encourage rider participation in events: to promote motorcycle safety and camaraderie among members; to promote organized evetns and in general, perform them in a lawful manner.
Chapters in Minnesota
The original chapter in MN was formed in 1996 it was the North Star Chapter #115.
The North Star chapter retired in 2005. Alan Cease the STAR Founder saw a need for continuing in Minnesota. He contacted Jim Clark a former member of 115 and with Alan and all of STAR behind them Jim Clark President of the new chapter Twin Cities 292 with Rick Gorter as Vice President and a few others. Started anew in Minnesota.
There Has been a tremendous amount of growth with Twin Cities South 404,Sauk Rapids 423 and Twin Cites East 444.
At Star Days 2007 Jim (JC) and Sue Clark were appointed to be the first Minnesota State Directors.
Minnesota STAR continues to be a driving force in Minnesota as more and more riders learn about STAR Touring and Riding.
Conceived in 1995 and founded in 1996, STAR Touring and Riding Association is an international family riding organization. As the, "Official Riding Organization of Star Motorcycles.," STAR is a non-political, non-confrontational association. Its main focus is on family, fun, camaraderie and RIDING. All brands of motorcycles are welcome. Comprising over 40,000 families and over 250 chapters, STAR recognizes safety as a first priority. The STAR community is a mix of riders with varied riding experiences. Chapter rides follow the highway laws and limits, to keep everyone as safe as possible. This allows everyone to enjoy the ride and not have new riders feel overly stressed. STAR chapter rides do not include "tavern runs", and consumption of alcoholic beverages on chapter rides is prohibited. We want to see you back safely for the next ride. If you are looking for a family motorcycle association, with a lot of pride, spirit and camaraderie without the "attitude" you have found the right organization. Come ride with us and feel the spirit!!!!!
For more info from the International STAR site click here for the link