If you listen closely this Memorial Day weekend, you might think a swarm of killer bees has migrated as far north as Kalamazoo. But the droning is not an army of stinging insects — it’s the humming of hundreds of mopeds that make up the Moped Army.
Nearly 10 years ago, three moped fanatics from Western Michigan University established a riding club called the Decepticons. In the wake of their enthusiasm, branches of moped riders formed across the nation. Together, they are Moped Army—and each year they return to their roots in Southwest Michigan to celebrate all that is moped.
This Memorial Day the Moped Army will host their 14th annual Moped BBQ. The event is the largest gathering of mopeds in the United States, and it’s right here in Kalamazoo. Festivities start at 10 a.m.
Take witness as moped riders from across the country find their way to 1977 Mopeds, located at 248 N. Kalamazoo Mall. Throughout the day riders will showcase their bikes and prepare for the annual No Rules Race Across Town at 5 p.m.
The Moped Army and its Annual BBQ have inspired the documentary Swarm and Destroy and an award-winning graphic novel by writer/artist Paul Sizer. Spectators and moped enthusiasts are encouraged to attend the annual BBQ at 1977 Mopeds and see what the buzz is all about. Everyone is welcome and there’s no cost to participate. For more information, call 269.344.1977 or visit the Moped Army Wiki.
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