biker

noun

bik·​er ˈbī-kər 

plural bikers

1

: someone who rides a bicycle : bicyclist

All ages and skill levels of bikers are encouraged to jump on a bike and pedal away for the opportunity to pursue good health and perhaps earn sponsor prizes.

—Emmett Hall

road/mountain/dirt bikers

2

: someone who rides a motorcycle : motorcyclist

especially : a person who is a member of a motorcycling group

For Becky Jackson, who runs two Springfield bars that cater to bikers, motorcycles have been a way of life since she was growing up with a father and uncle who wore matching vests, shorthand for being in a [motorcycle] club.

—Bruce Rushton

Everyone agrees that the sponsors of the canceled events were not biker gangs, but legitimate motorcycle clubs comprising mostly middle-income people with families and jobs. Still, large runs can attract the outlaw segment.

—Tom Haydon and Patrick Jenkins

Examples of biker in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Anya Taylor-Joy Is a Dior Darling in Glam Ball Gown on Cannes Red Carpet — and Gives Major Old Hollywood Vibes At some point in her press day, the star changed into a brown leather poncho-like top, coupled with Mary Jane flats and biker shorts with a peplum attached. —Michelle Lee, People.com, 5 Feb. 2025

These groups helped mountain bikers gain access to other trail systems in Marin County in the early 2000s. —Maureen Gaffney, Outside Online, 30 Jan. 2025

There are nine routes along farming tracks in the park for mountain bikers to enjoy. —Chloe Arrojado, AFAR Media, 30 Jan. 2025

Field, biker and shirt jackets abounded, the latter offered, for example, in a forest green quilted version that was particularly appealing. —Luisa Zargani, WWD, 21 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1883, in the meaning defined at sense 1