The purposes of ABATE are to preserve freedom of the road, to bring motorcyclists together in a united organization, to promote fair legislation, rider education, safety and to provide a network for communication on issues affecting motorcyclists.
ABATE, in it's simplest terms, lobbies to advocate the well-being of all motorcycle riders through promoting safe riding habits, rider training, as well as addressing such issues as motorcycle awareness by the general public, discriminatory insurance practices toward motorcycle riders, safe road conditions, reduced tolls, space-conscious parking, age limits on passsengers, etc.