Before we start praising the bikes from Mayans M.C., we need to have a brief idea of what Mayans MC is and prior to that, we need to have a brief background on Sons of Anarchy.
Technically, Sons of Anarchy is an American crime thriller TV series, that revolves around bikes, bikers, and a motorcycle club involved in illegal operations. The series was aired from 2008 to 2014. After four years, Mayans M.C., a spin-off was created by the same directors in 2018 with the third season to be aired this year.
These ‘club-style’ two-wheelers are the main stars of the series. The bikes have created a huge impact on the V-twin motorcycle design and culture. They have developed some individual characteristics like tall bars, quarter fairings, raised rear suspension, and many more.
Here are 15 surprising facts of the Mayans M.C. bikes:
15 The Funky Tail Pipes
If you are watching the low-riding, classic club-style bikes of Mayans M.C., keep your eyes on the tailpipes. The fishtail of the motorcycles is one of the recurring features which you will notice in the show. The fishtail exhaust dates back as early as the beginning of the 20th century.
14 No More Black Bikes
All the bikes starring in the drama paints a picture of classic and easy-going elements. And if you are familiar with this picture, well this is what the bikes symbolize-individuality. These are not a sport or muscle bikes. The bikes were not black and that was a treat to watch. Who knew bikes could be so vibrant?
13 Influence Of Pop Culture
The bikes in Mayans MC has a great impact on the personality and class which has been of utmost importance to motorcycle culture for eras. Pop culture always has an effect on the style and mindset of people. The distinct features can be spotted in the Road Kings, Breakout and Softtails.
12 The Motorcycle Club Is Based On Reality
To begin with the tales of Mayan M.C.'s, it is imperative, we dissect the origin which is the surfacing of the first motorcycle clubs. The creator of the series ensured that the storyline and narrative are well-researched. Even though the setting is fictional, there is a very thin line between fiction and reality.
11 Badass Bikes
You see black in everything. Vests, bikes and other adornments communicate attributes of tough people roaming around the outskirts of California. There is a strange correlation between tough guys with the color black or it might be shades of black. So, for our touch heroes, badass bikes are a must, no?
10 What Makes These Bikes So Special?
If you are wondering why the bikes look too good to be true, it is because of the comprehensive research the writers of the show have invested in. Everything is picture-perfect because the bikes are authentic in design, traits, and character. The customized look of the bikes defined the owners and their lifestyles.
9 Bikes Are The Real Heroes
While watching the show, you definitely came across many terrific bikes. Did you know that they were all customized to match the logos and associated colors of the club? It would have been a huge disaster if the bikes were ignored. No matter how great the plot and the acting are, Mayans M.C.’s real heroes are the reckless bikes.
8 Californian Flavor
If one thing California is famous for, it is the culture of bikes and choppers. Therefore, when you are choosing California as your setting, you better get the bikes right! You can feel the essence of California embedded in the design of the motorcycles. The elements in Mayans M.C. portray the Latin traditional culture in the Southern part of the state.
7 Inspired By Rivera’s Past
The journey of Rivera’s biking days traces back to his childhood when he and his friends traveled in minibikes inspired by the notorious man of the 70s, Evel Knievel. They started by jumping up whenever they could, they drove and crashed through dirt roads. All in the name of practice.
6 Resident Rogue
Emilio Rivera aka Marcus Álvarez aka El Padrino has a huge role to play with the gorgeous bikes featured in the show. The bikes he rode in the show are inspired by his own lifestyle. Rivera helped in designing and styling the bikes with fancy experiments. He is the proud owner of a 1940s style Heritage Softail, Softail Deluxe, and the customized green Harley Road King.
5 Find Comfort In Green
The bike which Rivera was motivated by was from one of his cars. He had a 1948 Chevrolet designed in two shades of green which inspired his green bike in Mayan M.C. He customized his favorite color with his favorite vehicle for long rides, Road King all in the name of comfort.
4 Iconic Looks Of The Bikes
Each motorcycle has a story to tell in the form of color, design and key features. Inspired by the Latins, the low-rider with high bars motorcycles are an expression of who the bikers are. The bikes are designed as a reflection of their personality. And the Mayan bikes can do one thing for sure - they can hold your attention as long as they want.
3 The Bishop's Bike
The 2017 Breakout model is another favorite bike from the Mayans M.C. In the series, this bike is owned by Obispo ‘Bishop’ Losa aka president of the Mayans Motorcycle Club. The bike is customized according to the bishop’s personality. Like the bishop, the bike is tough, fiery and always on the move.
2 The Breed Of Mayans M.C. Bikes
The bikes from Mayans M.C. have a breed which is different even from the bikes featured in Sons of Anarchy. The design inspires flashy and colorful Heritage Softails, Lowriders, Road Kings, and Softail Deluxe models with ape hangers, long pipes, whitewall tires, fishtail tips, full-skirt fenders, and chrome bars.
1 Bike Of EZ Reyes
The bike of J.D. Pardo aka Ezekiel 'EZ' Reyes aka Mayans M.C.’s protagonist is the classic customized Softail with solo seat, low pipes including fishtail tips, ape hangers, chrome crash bars, and lowered suspension. On the contrary, Pardo fancies the 2017 Softail Deluxe model more which has a more archaic persona.