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Some clubs have a unique club patch (cut or top rocker) adorned with the term MC that are worn on the rider's vest, known as a kutte. Often, an individual must pass a vote of the membership and swear some level of allegiance to the club. The actual stages and membership process can and often do vary widely from club to club. Some "biker" clubs employ a process whereby members must pass several stages such as "friend of the club", "hang-around", and "prospect", on their way to becoming full-patch (see explanation of 'patching' below) members. Larger motorcycle clubs often acquire real estate for use as a clubhouse or private compound.

The president of the mother chapter serves as the president of the entire MC, and sets club policy on a variety of issues. Localized groups of a single, large MC are called charters and the first chapter established for an MC is referred to as the mother charter. While organizations may vary, the typical internal organization of a motorcycle club consists of a president, vice president, treasurer, secretary, road captain, and sergeant-at-arms (sometimes known as enforcer). The Hells Angels MC New York City clubhouse, with many security cameras and floodlights on the front of the building
