Kirkwood H.O.G.® Chapter

Kirkwood H.O.G.® Information and Events

The Kirkwood H.O.G.® Chapter was founded in 1986 by a group of Harley® riders who shared a common bond - their love of riding Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Over the years, the Chapter grew and so has our passion for having fun. By joining the Kirkwood H.O.G.® Chapter and participating in our rides and events, you'll become a part of this rich history, make new friends, and have a great time!

It's easy to join, just go to the Join page on this site.It's true that Harley® riders have a passion that is hard to explain. Our Chapter members say they love our rides, events, and the fun they have participating in Chapter activities. New members say they have heard the Kirkwood H.O.G.® Chapter is clearly the Chapter to join. Whatever your reason for joining, we will make your membership fun and exciting, as only the Kirkwood H.O.G.® Chapter can.Join us to start making lifelong friends and putting some miles on that bike.

A Harley® is more than a motorcycle. It is a way of life. So let's take a ride. It doesn't matter if it's cross country, an overnighter, or across town, just get on your Harley® and join us for a ride. It's still the best way to have fun, meet new friends, and remind yourself of what's important in life.

Doc's has the one and only Doug Rothberg who is our H.O.G.® Chapter Manager.

You can reach him by emailing: doug.rothberg@doc'sh-d.com or call the dealership, 314-965-0166 for any Q&A.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are we doing it?

To encourage you to focus on the reason you own H-D® motorcycles - to ride them!

What's in it for me as a H.O.G.® member?

  • Celebrate good times - log your miles and be recognized
  • Track your riding experience - rack up miles and celebrate the milestones
  • Contribute to your Chapter's Challenge mileage goal - have fun as you strengthen your Chapter

How will mileage be tracked?

You must have your odometer mileage validated at your H-D® dealership at the beginning of the calendar year.
After that, you can return to the dealer throughout the year to add to your total annual mileage.

Can I enter mileage myself?

To maintain the integrity of the program, mileage must be read and entered at an authorized Harley-Davidson® dealership.

What is Ride 365?

Ride 365 is The Official Mileage Recognition Program for The Official Riding Club of Harley-Davidson®. Ride 365 includes the existing Lifetime Recognition and two new programs - Annual Recognition and an annual Chapter Challenge.

  • Ride 365 Annual Recognition
  • Ride 365 Lifetime Recognition
  • Ride 365 Chapter Challenge
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Member FAQ 

Who is eligible to participate in Ride 365?

Any H.O.G.® member can and should participate!

If I trade in a motorcycle, can I keep the miles?

Yes. the miles ridden by you, belong to you.

What if I have more than one bike? Can I register all of them in Ride 365?

Yes.

Can H.O.G.® members start the program at any time during the year?

Yes. You ma check-in your mileage at any time during the year. The annual program recognizes miles ridden from January 1 through December 31, so it's smart to check-in mileage at the beginning of the year.

How many times each year do H.O.G.® members have to check-in their mileage?

You need only to have your odometer checked in two times each year at the dealership - the first time to validate miles on or after January 1, and the second time is for a final annual total on or before December 31. However, you'll want to check in with your dealership frequently to enter your updated miles so you can earn digital badges and add to your annual and chapter totals throughout the year. Adding your mileage will instantly update the HOG.com website and your cahpter totals.

How will the Chapter Challenge be tracked, and what do we win?

There are two ways to win, giving all chapter sizes an opportunity to win:

  • Total chapter mileage
  • Average total miles per member
  • All miles ridden by a chapter member including the miles ridden outside of official chapter events count towards the Chapter Challenge.
  • Each of the 6 Dealer Markets will have a total mileage winner and average miles per chapter member winner. Each of these (max. 12) chapters will receive a pizza party with a H.O.G.® Regional Manager and a plaque detailing the accomplishment.

Member FAQ 

  • Of the 12 Market winners, there will be 1, National Champion for total mileage and 1 National Champion for average miles per chapter member, Each member of the National Campion chapters will receive a patch signifying the accomplishment.
  • At H.O.G.®'s discretion, we may add additional rewards for winning chapters.

What are the individual levels, rewards and recognition offered in the Ride 365 program?

    • 1,000 miles
    • Digital badge
    • 2,500 miles
    • Digital badge
    • 5,000 miles
    • Digital certificate & digital badge
    • 7,500 miles
    • Digital certificate & digital badge
    • 10,000 miles
    • Digital badge, certificate & patch
    • 15,000 miles
    • Digital badge, certificate & patch
    • 20,000 miles
    • Digital badge, certificate & patch
    • 50,000 miles
    • Digital badge, certicate, patch, Callenge Coin
    • 50,000 miles
    • Digital badge, certicate, patch, Callenge Coin
    • 75,000 miles
    • Digital badge, certicate, patch, Callenge Coin
    • 100,000 miles
    • ​​​​​​​Digital badge, certicate, patch, Callenge Coin