It was then that a certain silver screen hero – Marlon Brando – was to seal the garment’s fate as the emblem of the biker outlaw. In the 1953 film The Wild One, he donned a skull-and-bones ...

Mottos on jackets and bikes said “Trust no one” and “We give what we get.” Disputes among the Bandidos, Hells Angels, Vagos and other outlaw motorcycle groups can erupt into brawls ...

For Hells Angels bikers, "81" is not just some random number. It represents the Hells Angels brand and can be used by those ...

From protective outerwear to a symbol of rebellion and self-expression, the leather jacket’s evolution reflects shifting ideas of utility, identity and enduring style ...

I was at a wake for an old friend a few days ago. One of his sons is a member of a well-known organization of motorcycle enthusiasts, and a few fellow members at the wake wore typical outerwear unique ...

Federal prosecutors are trying a novel legal tactic to strike at the heart of what they consider a notorious outlaw motorcycle gang: using trademark law to take away its treasured logo. In a ...

The rough, tough garment designed for bikers crossed over into high fashion – and endured for decades. Katya Foreman takes a look at its history.