I vaguely remember seeing Bōsōzoku, or biker gangs when I lived in Japan. I didn't get my first taste until watching the movie; Kamikaze Girls. The Bosozoku started back in the 1950's when the Hell's Angels were becoming popular. They could be considered wannabe Yakuza, though unlike the Yakuza, they quit when they get older.
They are often stereotyped as being violent, but are more laid back than anything. I recently watched an 80's Anime, (the name of this title), and even though I don't know that much Japanese, thoroughly enjoyed it.
The main characters, though delinquents, have heart's made of gold, and have a strong alliance within their gang and fellow friends. You can still find part of the series that was put on VHS in the States, or even find the DVDs at CDJapan.
http://animeworld.com/readerreviews/shonanbakusozoku.html
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