Frequently Asked Questions
Star Touring & Riding FAQs
Q:
What is the annual membership fee? Join STAR Touring & Riding
A:
$48.00 US. Renewal is the same
for a family membership.
Q:
I have
heard about STAR Touring and Riding Association but I don't own a STAR
Motorcycle. Can I join?
A:
Yes you can! STAR Touring and
Riding is a family organization and our family and friends don't always
own the same brand of bike. Although our main focus is the Star
Motorcycle Line manufactured by Yamaha, we welcome all motorcyclists.
When you join the STAR organization you're going to make a lot of
friends, some that will last a lifetime. Your membership is a family
membership. Come join our family and have some fun!
Q: My significant other
wants to join STAR. Can they join under my membership? Is there an
additional fee?
A:
They can join under your
membership (if you live in the same residence) and there is no
additional fee. Your membership also includes up to 4 children or
grandchildren under the age of 18. Additional children or
grandchildren are $10 each.
Q:
Do I
have to join STAR to ride with a Chapter?
A:
After signing the ride waiver
and completing three chapter events (ride or meeting) you must join STAR International to
continue to ride with the group. The third ride needs to be completed
five months after your first ride. This is a requirement of STAR Touring
and the Charter License Agreement. You are then eligible to apply for
chapter membership, you must be voted into the chapter.
Q:
Do I
have to join the Chapter to ride with them?
A:
You
have to sign a ride waiver to ride with any Chapter.
You must join STAR International to continue to ride with the
group after 3 rides. You can ride as a guest but you will need to follow
the Chapter by-laws for that Chapter.
Q: If I belong to one
Chapter can I ride with other Chapters?
A:
Yes, as long as you have signed
a ride wavier with each Chapter and have a current STAR Touring
membership. You cannot wear more than one large chapter rocker on a
vest.
Q:
Where
can I buy a lower rocker for my chapter/area?
A:
Rockers are not purchased. You
must become a member of a Chapter then pay a license fee to the Chapter
to wear their lower rocker. You have to get the rocker from the Chapter
President. The lower rocker is the property of the Chapter and must be
surrendered back to the Chapter if you leave the chapter for any
reason.
Q: What happens if my
National Star membership expires?
A:
You will be sent a renewal
reminder postcard in the mail. You may also renew online (print out a
receipt) or renew via the phone by calling the office.
Q:
Where do
I buy a back patch?
A:
You can order them by calling
the International Office or order them through the website. Remember,
you must be a current member of Star Touring and Riding.
Q:
What is
TIN STAR?
A:
TIN STAR is the emergency
response facet of STAR Touring. If you are a Fire Fighter, Police
Officer, EMT, Physician, Nurse, Paramedic, Combat Life Saver, or have
first responder certification and training, you may qualify (sorry, CPR
training does not qualify). All you need to do is request an
application, fill it out and return it to the main offices with copies
of your certifications. Once they have been reviewed, STAR International
will send you the TIN STAR badge for your vest at no cost to you. If you
do not have the qualifications and would like to be part of the TIN STAR
program, you may take the Red Cross 3260 First Responder program in your
area.
Q:
What is
STAR VETS?
A:
STAR VETS is the part of STAR
Touring that recognizes and honors the many people that have
served their country. To become part of STAR VETS you have to be
currently serving in the Armed Forces or have served in the past and be
able to provide proof of service. If you currently are serving in the
military, all we need is a "Letter of Service" from your commanding
personnel office. It must be on letterhead, list the years and months
you have been in the Armed Forces and be signed by your commander. We
will NOT take the standard military ID as proof. However we WILL accept
the "new" military ID, that has the computer chip embedded in it, as
proof of active service. Contact your Chapter president or Chapter STAR
VETS Rep for verification of eligibility. If you are retired or have
left the military service, all we need is a copy of your DD-214 or
Honorable discharge papers. Send the copies and the signed Star Vets
Application to the International office. It's that easy.
Q: What is "LADIES OF the
STAR (LOS)?
A:
Ladies of the STAR is an
ambassadorship program promoting the sport of motorcycling to women. LOS
is an important facet of STAR Touring and is an equal full membership
of STAR. Linda Alexander founded Ladies of the Star in 1997 when she saw
the need to reach out to women and get them involved in this great
sport.
Q:
What is
STAR KIDS?
A:
STAR Touring is a family
organization and children need to feel welcome as well. Many STAR
Chapters now have special rides and events to encourage the children of
our members to become a part of STAR. At STAR we feel our children are
the future of this sport and of this organization. With the family
membership you are allowed to sign up to four (4) children and/or
grandchildren at no extra charge. They will receive their own patch and
card with the membership.
Q:
What is
STAR TEENS?
A:
STAR Teens are 13-18 years old
and represent our effort to educate the next generation as to the
positive aspects of motorcycling. This encourages safety training,
judgment training and positive behavior. We are shaping the future
motorcycle riders.
Q:
What is
STAR DAYS?
A:
STAR
DAYS
is the STAR Touring and Riding International Event. During this event we
get together to RIDE, see old acquaintances and make new friends, but
most of all to have FUN. The Yamaha STAR Line of motorcycles is featured
at STAR DAYS. Most of the vendors at STAR DAYS make products for STAR
motorcycles. Here is your opportunity to customize you favorite scooter.
This event continues to grow. It is located in different areas each
year, around the country, the rotation being central, west, and east.
STAR DAYS is the largest STAR motorcycle event in
Q: Does STAR Touring get
involved with any Charities?
A:
Absolutely, STAR Touring's
national charity is
Feed The Children.
The last five years at
STAR
DAYS members
of STAR Touring delivered over 80,000 lbs. of food to needy families of
the host city of the STAR DAYS event. During the past few years STAR
Touring and its' chapters have raised over $250,000.00 for Feed the
Children. Many of our chapters are often involved with local charities
of their choice.
"The
Official Riding Organization of "Star Motorcycles".