Fez – The rumble of engines and electric guitar riffs filled the air at the Rabat Marriott as riders, rock fans, and hotel guests gathered for “Bikers Night,” an evening dedicated to Morocco’s motorcycle community. The event brought together club members, friends, and families in a relaxed setting that blended hotel luxury with biker culture.
On stage, full-time guitarist Nabil Abbasi set the tone for the night with a rock-infused live performance. “I’m really glad to be here for that event,” he said, describing the gathering as “a meeting of a motorcycle club” and an opportunity “to bring some guitar here.” For him, music was a way to connect directly with the crowd: “They really enjoy it, so I’m really glad to have played guitar for that event, to bring smiles to people and to contribute to that event.”
The evening brought together Morocco’s organized biking scene. Among the participants was Mohamed Amine Marhoum, a member of Bandido CMC Morocco, who talked about the club’s role in structuring and representing local riders. “We represent the majority of Moroccans who are bikers,” he said, adding that the chapter regularly welcomes “our brothers from other countries internationally, since the club is international.”
Mohamed Amine emphasized that while Bandido CMC shares global biker values, its Moroccan chapter remains rooted in national identity. “We share the same values, but at the same time, we carry Moroccan values, which reflect who we are,” he explained. For many attendees, the event was as much about affirming those shared principles as it was about enjoying music and motorcycles.
He also took a moment to explain one of the subtle rituals of the road: the biker salute. “It’s a light gesture that represents bikers recognizing each other,” he said. “If someone gives the salute to a biker coming toward them, it means they share the same values and the same principles.”
For the Rabat Marriott, hosting “Bikers Night” was a way to open its doors to a growing subculture and offer a platform for local artists. Abbasi praised the initiative as “a very good way” to bring people together and thanked organizers and guests, promising, “See you another night for another event at the Marriott.” The result was an evening where hospitality, music, and the motorcycle community met on common ground.
