ABATE of Wisconsin Region 4A/4B

06/06/2026

Meeting Notice

Date: Saturday, June 13
Time: 11:00 AM
Place: The Junkyard Bar & Grill – 9047 State Hwy 13 S - Wisconsin Rapids

Hi everyone,

This is a reminder of our upcoming meeting on Saturday, June 13th at 11 am

Following are current events and updates since our last meeting.

Summer Hummer – June 25-28
Advance Summer Hummer Tickets – All advance ticket sales end June 11, after that everyone pays normal price at the gate.
We have one complimentary ticket left to give to a member who has not been to the Summer Hummer. We have one advance ticket left $40 for a member $80 for non-member. Please contact Doug at 715-613-3199 prior to the meeting to get either of these tickets. Otherwise, advance tickets can also be purchased on-line: https://abateofwisconsininc.wildapricot.org/event-6560024?CalendarViewType=1&SelectedDate=6/8/2026

Kooler Kart Raffle
We have Kooler Kart Raffle tickets available. Drawing will be at the Summer Hummer. They are 5 for $20 or $5 each. If you would like to sell or purchase some let us know.

Summer Cash Raffle – Tickets must be turned in by June 14. We have 15 left for $20 each, let us know if you would like to purchase any.

Summer Hummer - June 25-28 Our choice for a theme this year is the 250 Year Anniversary. Wear your everything red, white and blue. Bring flags and patriotic decorations.

Save the Date! Fun Run on the Water August 15.
We are currently finalizing participating locations and getting more sponsors. We plan to have posters printed and distributed this month.

Gun Raffle Tickets
Gun Raffle Ticket sales are going well. Drawing to be held at the Fun Run on the Water party.

District Director Election. Elections are due June 30. Look who’s on the ballot! Jesse Plawman! See your newsletter for details.

Thank you. We look forward to seeing you next Saturday!

06/01/2026

05/30/2026

Every one of us has something we’re passionate about. Maybe it’s motorcycles. Maybe it’s hunting, fishing, camping, classic cars, snowmobiles, boats, or simply spending time with the people we care about.

When I’m riding my motorcycle, I think about just about everything except reality. For those few hours, it’s freedom. It’s peace. It’s therapy. It’s the feeling of being completely alive and present in the moment.

But as I ride, I sometimes wonder: what would it be like if that freedom was gone? What would it feel like if one day I couldn’t throw a leg over my motorcycle and take off down a Wisconsin back road? What if, little by little, the things we love were regulated, restricted, or simply taken away because nobody stood up to protect them?

The truth is, rights are rarely lost all at once. They disappear one small piece at a time. One regulation. One restriction. One decision made by people who may not understand the passion we have for what we do.

That’s why I believe every motorcycle owner should be a member of ABATE of Wisconsin.

For just $35 a year, you’re helping protect your freedom to ride. You’re supporting the people who spend countless hours watching legislation, meeting with lawmakers, promoting motorcycle safety, defending your right to repair your motorcycle, and fighting for the future of motorcycling in Wisconsin.

If you knew everything ABATE does behind the scenes, becoming a member would almost be a no-brainer.

The question isn’t whether you can afford $35 a year.

The question is: can we afford not to protect something we love?

If motorcycles matter to you, stand with the people who are standing up for you.

Join ABATE of Wisconsin. Protect your freedom. Protect your passion.

— Jesse the Kid 🏍️🇺🇸

05/29/2026

There’s just something special about a kid and a motorcycle.

Tonight, I put my sister’s little guy, Rider, on a motorcycle for the very first time. The second he sat on that bike, his face lit up with the biggest smile. No hesitation. No fear. Just pure happiness.

Maybe his mom knew exactly what they were doing when they named him Rider, because that little dude looked right at home.

Who knows what the future holds? Maybe one day he’ll be riding the back roads of Wisconsin, leading charity rides, protecting motorcycle rights, or inspiring the next generation of riders. But tonight, he was simply a little boy with a huge smile and a love for motorcycles that was impossible to miss.

Sometimes it’s the little moments that remind us why we love this lifestyle so much. It’s not just about the machines. It’s about the memories, the freedom, the family, and passing that passion on to the next generation.

Rider, if you’re anything like your family, you’re going to do amazing things. Until then, enjoy being a kid, keep that smile, and know you’ve got a whole motorcycle family behind you.

See you hopefully at the next ABATE of Wisconsin meeting, little dude. I’ve got your back forever. ❤️🏍️

Ride or die, buddy. We love you.

05/29/2026

Over the last couple of years, I’ve watched a man named Krock fight his way through some very difficult times.

He wanted to ride again.

Not just talk about it. Not just dream about it. Ride.

I watched him work on an older motorcycle. I watched him struggle. I watched him have good days and bad days. A few days ago, he finally did something that changed everything. He went down and bought a brand-new three-wheeled motorcycle.

Now here’s the part that really gets me.

Krock has no legs.

He had to modify the bike so he could ride it. I helped him a little with a shifter setup, and he got it figured out. Less than a week later, he’s already put over 500 miles on that motorcycle.

Today he rolled by my place with a brand-new exhaust system on it. I couldn’t get over to his house fast enough to hear it. The smile on his face said everything.

I’ve seen Krock at some of the lowest points in his life.

Today, I’m seeing him at some of his highest.

None of us are perfect. We’ve all made decisions we wish we could take back. We’ve all had times when life knocked us down. But watching Krock reminds me that your story isn’t over just because you’ve had some rough chapters.

Sometimes freedom comes on three wheels.

Sometimes healing sounds like a motorcycle exhaust.

Sometimes happiness is simply feeling the wind again.

For those of us who have two legs, two arms, and every opportunity in the world, it’s easy to find excuses. Krock reminds us that determination is stronger than excuses. He reminds us that freedom isn’t measured by what you’ve lost—it’s measured by what you’re willing to fight for.

To my friend Krock, thank you for reminding me what grit, perseverance, and heart look like. You are an inspiration to more people than you know.

No matter where you are in life, never give up. There is always another sunrise, another road, and another mile to ride.

And sometimes, the ride itself is what brings you back to life.

— Jesse the Kid

05/28/2026

As Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month comes to an end, I want to ask everyone something…

What if the next motorcycle you pull out in front of belongs to someone your family loves?

What if it’s your friend?
Your coworker?
Your child’s teacher?
Your doctor?
Your pastor?
Your dad?
Your mom?

Because the truth is, motorcyclists are not some “different group” of people. They are everyday people. Hardworking people. Good people. People with families waiting for them to come home.

For those of us who ride, motorcycles are freedom, peace, and sometimes the only escape from the stress of life. But no matter why someone rides, every single rider has one thing in common… they want to make it home alive.

Every year in Wisconsin, around 100 motorcyclists lose their lives. Those are not just numbers. Those are empty seats at dinner tables. Families destroyed. Friends grieving. Lives changed forever.

And the scary part is many of these crashes could have been prevented with one simple thing… paying attention.

One more second.
One more look.
One less distraction.

You do not have to ride motorcycles to care about this.
You just have to care about people.

And let’s also be honest about something else… organizations like ABATE of Wisconsin do NOT support being stupid on motorcycles. We support freedom, rights, education, awareness, and responsibility. We want riders to be safe, smart, respectful, and to make it home to their families.

Motorcycle safety is a two-way street. Drivers need to watch for motorcycles, and riders need to ride responsibly.

So even though Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month is ending, our responsibility to look out for one another should never end. Put the phone down. Check your mirrors. Slow down at intersections. Look twice before pulling out or changing lanes.

Because that motorcycle beside you is not just “a biker.”
That is a human being.
That is somebody’s best friend.
Somebody’s spouse.
Somebody’s entire world.

Please watch for motorcycles.
Not just in May.
Every single day.

— Jesse the Kid

05/18/2026

05/12/2026

May is Motorcycle Awareness Month.

For those of us who ride—and those who care about someone who does—this is a reminder that safety is a shared responsibility.

If you’re behind the wheel, take an extra second. Look twice. Slow down. That motorcycle next to you isn’t just a bike… it’s someone’s family member, friend, or loved one.

And if you’re on two wheels, ride smart. Stay alert. Make it home.

This isn’t just about May—it’s about every single day.
Most accidents are preventable if we all do our part.

So let’s take that extra moment…
Because it might mean everything to someone.

— Jesse the Kid 🏍️