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

The satin fabrics were dyed vibrant colors and used for pieces like biker vests, dresses and apron tops. —Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 7 Oct. 2025

Sam becomes the subject of an intense missing persons investigation and a dead giveaway for Robbie’s culpability should he be discovered by Perry (Jamie McShane), a biker gang member seeking revenge for the crime. —Keith Phipps, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2025

With Frills For those who prefer soft, feminine dressing and aren't sure how to reconcile that with practical biker boots—don’t worry. —Clare Holden, Glamour, 6 Oct. 2025

Around this time, three other dirt bikers stopped to offer additional support, including food and water. —Madison Dapcevich, Outside, 6 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1883, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for biker

• hiker
• striker
• duiker
• hitchhiker