Bikerday at the Capitol

We will be making some substantial changes to A.B.A.T.E. of MN’s 2026 Bikerday at the Capitol . Bikerday is scheduled for Wednesday March 25th, 2026, in the Capitol Rotunda starting at 1:00 PM. This is a change that will work in 2026 because it is the second year of the two-year legislative schedule. Bills affecting us have already been introduced. Our members have had an opportunity to communicate with those representing them to seek support. Bikerday 2026 will be an opportunity to show up as unified motorcyclists to reinforce support of motorcycling rights and common-sense motorcycling safety. Here are some reasons we are making this change:

We need to make significant improvements to Bikerday attendance. This change will reduce the chances of below zero temperatures for the day. It will give people that have conflicts earlier in the year the opportunity to join us. The later date and time may allow some to arrive on their favorite ride. (We will work on group motorcycle parking near the Capitol if possible). We can schedule bus arrivals at noon and departure by 5:00pm as a benefit for those traveling a long distance. This change may make it possible for some that have never joined us to attend.

We should be staying in contact with our legislators all year, but Bikerday 2026 will be a chance to let legislators know bikers care about our issues by showing up. To be successful in the future we need to have a greater presence at Bikerday. Can we bring the number of attendees up to four hundred? This attendance should be attainable based on the number of concerned riders in Minnesota.

Legislators pay attention to how many people show up to support issues. With a large number of motorcyclists at Bikerday 2026, we will keep Minnesota a great place to ride free in the future. Please do all you can to be there. Do it for yourself. Stand up for what you believe in.