The group grew quickly in the 1980s, partly attributed to not being organized along the lines of an outlaw motorcycle club, according to Judy Jensen, such as by having the word "Independent" rather than "MC" (motorcycle club) under the ARM logo, avoiding conflict over territory or membership that would have discouraged members from joining.
The group's growth in the 1980s was attributed to its structure, which differed from traditional outlaw motorcycle clubs. Judy Jensen explained that they avoided using "MC" (motorcycle club) under their logo, opting for "Independent" instead, to prevent territorial disputes and discourage membership conflicts.