what is your definition of a biker?

Question

BESIDES someone who rides a motercycle.....

Answer 1

The terms "biker" and "motorcyclist" are thrown around a lot.

The media almost always uses the word "biker." People on the street seeing bikes go by and not familiar with the world of motorcycling, can sometimes be heard to say, "There goes a bunch of Hell's Angels." We offer no disrespect to the members of the Hell's Angels by reporting this. Perhaps, in some small way, we don't mind being compared with the Hell's Angels. We may have a rebellious spirit. We may like the freedom of riding and the camaraderie of other riders. But most of us either ride alone or with small clubs of like-minded individuals. We have no innate desire to separate ourselves into a lifestyle that may ultimately bring us face-to-face with a disrespect for our own society.
We know that motorcycling is a central focus in our lives but it does not take us over. We learn how to ride safely by taking special training classes. We buy expensive helmets, leather jackets, chaps, boots, and gloves to protect our bodies should we have an accident. We join clubs to provide support and fellowship. We are both male and female, young and old, single, married, grandfathers and grandmothers, teachers, lawyers, police officers, firefighters, entertainers, bricklayers, retired persons, mechanics, plumbers -- you get the picture. We are everyday people who love to own and ride motorcycles.

Some of us call ourselves bikers. Others call themselves motorcyclists. The name doesn't matter. Some ride as a lifestyle and don't even own a car. Others ride only on Sundays when the traffic is less and the ride is safer. Some ride to work. Some ride cross-country. Some even travel the world in search of adventure.

Bikers are among the finest people you will ever meet. Please try to separate us from criminals who ride motorcycles.

Take a look at the next motorcyclist you see taking off "his" helmet. You may just find that beneath that helmet is a 64-year-old grandmother of four out on a poker run to benefit the Toy Run, the Cancer Foundation..... Doesn't sound like the biker you heard about on the evening news.

Different we are but when asked, "Will the real biker please stand up," we all rise together, look around at each other, and smile.

Answer 2

A biker is someone who is scooting down the road enjoying the breeze ,passing the cars and enjoying the rhythm of CCs he has control over , His/her destination is miles upon miles of roads looking for any body else that shares his love for Bikes/

Answer 3

How can you be a biker if you dont ride? All I have is a motorcycle to ride. Could you dress like a biker but not ride? sure, I suppose.

Answer 4

For someone besides a motorcycle rider? A person who rides a bike for a marathon.

Answer 5

I'm a bike obsessive,I subscribe to too many mags,watch all the racing I can,ride as much as I can.work on them more than normal.Does that qualify?

Answer 6

Someone who has the PASSION for riding on two wheels.

Answer 7

Some one who loves to have the wind in their hair and does not have a worry in the world -as long as- they are putt-ting down the road with a smile from ear to ear!!!! Its a way of life - some have it - some don't!

Answer 8

Someone who has biking for a hobby. Being a biker is not derogatory. There are even christian biker clubs.

Answer 9

Me....Just an everyday guy who loves to ride.

Answer 10

my opinion of a true "biker" is a Prison Hardened 1% Club
Member ...... while I do envy the lifestyle they have in the free world , I am not tough enough to do hard time .... so I'll just ride my Sportie ...... and women ........