Total Motorcycle Bikers Dictionary: W

Sep 20, 2016 Michael Le Pard Dictionary, News

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Total Motorcycle Bikers Dictionary
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Wave (The Wave) - Raising a hand to greet a motorcyclist travelling in the opposite direction.
Wave (The Wave) – The iconic motorcycle wave. It involves raising a hand to greet a motorcyclist traveling in the opposite direction (or a peace sign or hand extended out below fuel tank level). Not to be performed under braking or turning maneuvers. The wave can be above below or above the handlebars. Please do wave to every fellow biker regardless of the type of motor they are riding.

 

Waffle Grip — Handlebar grips with a crisscross pattern for traction.
Waffle Pegs — Footpegs with textured, waffle‑like surface.
Waffle Seat — Seat with stitched square pattern.
Wagon Rider — Slang for someone who trailers their bike.
Wagon Scene — Subculture of riders who haul bikes to events.
Wagon Wheel — Oversized custom wheel, often on show bikes.
Wake Rider — Rider who drafts behind trucks or cars.
Wake Turbulence — Air disturbance behind a large vehicle affecting riders.
Wake Zone — Area of unstable airflow behind vehicles.
Walkaway Bike — Motorcycle so reliable it rarely strands its rider.
Walkaway Rider — Rider who avoids crashes or breakdowns.
Walkaway Scene — Culture of dependable, practical riders.
Wall of Death — Carnival stunt riding inside a vertical wooden cylinder.
Wall Rider — Stunt performer in Wall of Death shows.
Wall Scene — Subculture of carnival stunt riders.
Wallet Chain Rider — Rider identified by biker fashion with chains.
Wallet Warrior — Rider who buys upgrades instead of wrenching.
Wallet Wrench — Slang for paying a shop instead of DIY repairs.
Wanderlust — Desire to travel long distances by motorcycle.
Wanderlust Rider — Rider who constantly seeks new horizons.
Wanderlust Scene — Touring culture built around exploration.
Wankel Engine — Rotary engine using a triangular rotor; rare in motorcycles (e.g., Suzuki RE5).
Wannabe — Someone who dresses or acts like a biker but doesn’t actually ride.
Wanna‑Be Bike — Motorcycle styled to look tougher than it is.
Wanna‑Be Biker — Someone who dresses like a rider but doesn’t ride.
Wanna‑Be Scene — Subculture of image‑focused non‑riders.
War Wagon — Support vehicle carrying tools or gear for a group ride.
War‑Horse — A well‑ridden, road‑worn motorcycle, often a chop.
Warp Rider — Rider known for extreme velocity.
Warp Scene — Subculture of speed‑obsessed riders.
Warp Speed — Slang for riding far above posted speed limits.
Wash Out — When the front wheel loses grip and slides out.
Wash Rider — Rider who frequently crashes from front‑end loss.
Wash Zone — Area of low traction causing washouts.
Wasp Rider — Rider of small, nimble bikes.
Wasp Scene — Subculture around lightweight motorcycles.
Wasp Waist Tank — Fuel tank with narrow midsection.
Waste Rider — Slang for careless rider.
Waste Scene — Subculture of neglected or junk bikes.
Waste Spark — Ignition system firing plugs on exhaust stroke.
Watch Out Ride — Warning for dangerous conditions.
Watch Out Rider — Rider who alerts others to hazards.
Watch Out Scene — Safety‑focused riding culture.
Water Bottle Ride — Long ride requiring hydration stops.
Water Cooled — Engine cooled by liquid coolant.
Water Jacket — Coolant passages around engine cylinders.
Water Pump — Device circulating coolant.
Water Rider — Rider who braves rain or wet conditions.
Water Scene — Subculture of all‑weather riders.
Wattleshedo — Slang for “What’ll she do?” referring to top speed.
Wave (The Wave) — Rider hand gesture to greet oncoming motorcyclists.
Wax Job — Thorough cleaning and polishing of a motorcycle.
Wax Rider — Rider who spends more time cleaning than riding.
Wax Scene — Subculture of show‑bike polishers.
Waxer — Rider who spends more time polishing than riding.
Wayback Machine — Overpowered sportbike that makes other vehicles seem slow.
Wayback Rider — Rider of hyperbikes like Hayabusa or ZX‑14.
Wayback Scene — Subculture around extreme speed machines.
Wear Bar — Raised ridge in tire tread showing minimum safe depth.
Wear Indicator — Device showing brake or tire wear.
Wear Zone — Area of tire or brake showing heavy use.
Weather Beater — Motorcycle used in all weather.
Weather Gear — Apparel designed for rain and cold.
Weather Rider — Rider who never lets conditions stop them.
Weathered Rider — Rider with gear and bike showing years of use.
Weatherproof Gear — Riding apparel designed to resist rain and wind.
Weave — Instability or wobble at speed.
Weave Rider — Rider prone to instability.
Weave Zone — Road section known for crosswinds.
Weekend Warrior — Rider who only rides on weekends.
Weight Bias — Distribution of weight between front and rear wheels.
Weight Transfer — Shift of weight during acceleration or braking.
Wet Clutch — Clutch running in oil bath for cooling and smoothness.
Wet Sump — Engine lubrication system with oil stored in crankcase.
Wet Weight — Motorcycle weight including fluids and fuel.
Whack the Throttle — Slang for opening throttle aggressively.
Whale Tail — Large rear fender or tail section.
Whip — Slang for a motorcycle, often customized.
Whiplash — Neck injury from sudden stop or crash.
Whisper Ride — Motorcycle with very quiet exhaust.
White Knuckle Ride — Terrifying or high‑speed ride.
White Line Fever — Rider fatigue from long highway miles.
Wicked Alley — Slang for a street known for stunt riding.
Wicked Burn — Aggressive acceleration leaving tire marks.
Wicked Burnout — Aggressive burnout producing heavy smoke.
Wicked Crew — Group of riders known for radical customs and stunts.
Wicked Culture — Subculture embracing radical builds and extreme riding.
Wicked Custom — Radical custom motorcycle with unique styling.
Wicked Drift — Sliding a motorcycle sideways.
Wicked Event — Rally or show featuring extreme custom motorcycles.
Wicked Event — Rally or show for extreme bikes.
Wicked Grip — Tires with extreme traction.
Wicked Heat — Bike known for running hot or powerful.
Wicked Iron — Custom chopper with radical metalwork.
Wicked Lean — Extreme lean angle in cornering.
Wicked Legend — Famous radical custom motorcycle recognized in the community.
Wicked Light — Custom neon or LED lighting setup.
Wicked Line — Aggressive racing line through a corner.
Wicked Look — Motorcycle with intimidating or radical styling.
Wicked Look — Motorcycle with intimidating styling.
Wicked Machine — Slang for a heavily modified, powerful bike.
Wicked Pack — Group of riders known for wild antics.
Wicked Paint — Custom paint job with bold, eye‑catching graphics.
Wicked Pipes — Loud, aggressive exhaust system.
Wicked Rally — Event centered on extreme builds and stunt culture.
Wicked Ride — Slang for an awesome motorcycle.
Wicked Rider — Rider known for wild, daring style.
Wicked Run — Ride filled with stunts or extreme speed.
Wicked Scene — Subculture around extreme customs.
Wicked Show — Bike show featuring radical builds and extreme customs.
Wicked Sound — Aggressive, loud exhaust tone that defines a bike’s character.
Wicked Speed — Extreme high‑speed riding, often beyond legal limits.
Wicked Spirit — Rider who embodies wild, free energy.
Wicked Steel — Custom bike with radical frame work.
Wicked Street — Urban area known for stunt riders.
Wicked Throttle — Aggressive throttle use.
Wicked Torque — Slang for powerful low‑end engine pull.
Wicked Tribe — Group of riders bonded by extreme style.
Wicked Tune — Custom engine tune for max power.
Wicked Vibe — Motorcycle praised for raw, visceral feel.
Wicked Vibes — Motorcycle praised for raw, visceral energy.
Wicked Wheelie — Extreme wheelie stunt performed for show.
Wicked Zone — Area or event known for extreme riding.
Wide Bars — Handlebars wider than stock for leverage.
Wide Glide — Harley‑Davidson model with wide front forks.
Wide Open Throttle (WOT) — Maximum throttle opening.
Wide Ratio Gears — Transmission with large spacing between gears.
Wiggle — Minor instability in handling.
Wild Burnout — Reckless burnout stunt.
Wild Card Rider — Rider who is unpredictable in group rides.
Wild Child — Slang for a young, reckless rider.
Wild Drift — Aggressive sideways slide.
Wild Goose Chase — Ride that ends up lost or aimless.
Wild Hair Ride — Impromptu ride taken on a whim.
Wild Hog — Slang for Harley‑Davidson motorcycle.
Wild Iron — Old‑school custom chopper.
Wild Lean — Extreme lean angle in corners.
Wild Line — Unpredictable cornering path.
Wild One — Rider who lives the outlaw lifestyle.
Wild Pack — Group of unruly riders.
Wild Paint — Custom paint job with bold or chaotic graphics.
Wild Pipes — Loud, unbaffled exhausts.
Wild Rider — Reckless or aggressive rider.
Wild Run — Ride known for chaos and unpredictability.
Wild Scene — Subculture of riders who embrace outlaw or extreme style.
Wild Show — Bike show featuring outrageous builds.
Wild Spirit — Rider who values freedom above all.
Wild Streak — Rider known for unpredictable behavior.
Wild Throttle — Aggressive throttle use, often uncontrolled.
Wild Wheelie — Extreme wheelie stunt performed recklessly.
Wild Whip — Custom motorcycle with flamboyant styling.
Wild Wind — Slang for open‑road freedom.
Wild Zone — Area known for outlaw riders.
Wild Zone — Area or event known for extreme riding.
Wildlife Hazard — Risk of animals crossing roads, especially rural rides.
Willie G. — Willie G. Davidson, Harley design legend.
Willie Wheelie — Rider known for constant wheelies.
Willow Bark — Slang for squealing brakes.
Wind Angel — Rider who feels spiritually connected to the wind.
Wind Beast — Motorcycle with overwhelming power.
Wind Blast — Sudden force of wind hitting rider at speed.
Wind Breaker — Jacket designed to block wind.
Wind Buffeting — Turbulence around helmet at highway speeds.
Wind Burn — Skin irritation from long exposure to wind.
Wind Chill — Lower perceived temperature due to wind.
Wind Cutter — Motorcycle with aerodynamic fairings.
Wind Demon — Slang for a rider who thrives in crosswinds.
Wind Devil — Sudden crosswind gust.
Wind Drag — Aerodynamic resistance slowing a bike.
Wind Dragon — Custom bike with flowing, wind‑inspired design.
Wind Ghost — Rider who disappears quickly on the road.
Wind Hawk — Rider who soars at high speeds.
Wind Horse — Motorcycle praised for endurance and strength.
Wind Jam — Slang for turbulence behind a windshield.
Wind Jammer — Large touring fairing.
Wind Noise — Sound of air rushing past helmet.
Wind Phantom — Rider who vanishes into the distance.
Wind Protection — Fairings or screens shielding rider.
Wind Resistance — Aerodynamic drag slowing a motorcycle.
Wind Rider — Rider who thrives on open‑air exposure.
Wind Rush — Sensation of speed from airflow.
Wind Screen — Transparent shield deflecting wind.
Wind Shadow — Calm air behind a windshield or rider.
Wind Slipstream — Drafting behind another vehicle.
Wind Spirit — Rider who identifies with freedom of the wind.
Wind Storm — Group ride through heavy winds.
Wind Therapy — Slang for stress relief from riding.
Wind Tunnel — Facility for aerodynamic testing.
Wind Tunnel Test — Aerodynamic evaluation of a motorcycle.
Wing (Gold Wing) — Honda’s luxury touring motorcycle.
Wing Ding — Honda Gold Wing rally.
Wing Rider — Rider of Honda Gold Wing.
Wing Scene — Touring community around Gold Wings.
Winged Rider — Gold Wing enthusiast.
Winged Scene — Touring subculture around Gold Wings.
Wingman — Rider who supports another in group rides.
Wingnut — Slang for eccentric rider.
Wingover — Sharp U‑turn maneuver.
Wingtip Rider — Rider who scrapes pegs or boards in corners.
Wingtip Scene — Subculture of aggressive cornering riders.
Wingtip Sparks — Sparks from scraping hard parts during lean.
Winkers — Slang for turn signals.
Winter Beater — Cheap bike used in winter.
Winter Blues — Rider frustration during off‑season downtime.
Winter Burn — Cold‑weather ride leaving rider chilled.
Winter Chill Run — Group ride in cold weather.
Winter Coat — Heavy jacket for cold riding.
Winter Gloves — Insulated gloves for cold riding.
Winter Iron — Bike used exclusively in winter.
Winter Miles — Riding done in cold months.
Winter Rat — Slang for a beat‑up winter bike.
Winter Storage — Preparing bike for off‑season.
Winter Tires — Tires designed for cold traction.
Winter Tune — Adjustments for cold‑weather performance.
Winter Warrior — Rider who rides year‑round.
Winterized Bike — Motorcycle prepared for storage.
Winterproof Gear — Apparel designed for extreme cold.
Winterproof Rider — Rider who braves all seasons.
Wire Burn — Electrical short causing melted wires.
Wire Chop — Cutting wires for custom mods.
Wire Harness — Electrical wiring system.
Wire Job — Complete rewiring of a motorcycle.
Wire Loom — Protective covering for wires.
Wire Rat — Rider who improvises electrical fixes.
Wire Splice — Joining two wires together.
Wire Tuck — Hiding wires for a clean custom look.
Wire Wheels — Spoked wheels.
Wire Wrap — Covering wires for protection.
Wired In — Rider fully connected with bike and road.
Wired Rider — Rider with multiple electronic accessories.
Wired Scene — Subculture of tech‑heavy riders.
Wiring Harness Mod — Custom modification of wiring system.
Wiring Mod — Custom electrical modification.
Wiseco — Brand known for pistons and engine parts.
Wobble — Instability at speed, often called “tank slapper.”
Wobble Bar — Handlebar prone to shaking.
Wobble Death — Severe tank slapper crash.
Wobble Fix — Steering damper or repair to cure wobble.
Wobble Rider — Rider who experiences instability.
Wobble Zone — Road section prone to instability.
Wobbler — Rider prone to instability.
Wobbly Bars — Handlebars shaking due to loose bearings.
Wobbly Pegs — Loose footpegs.
Wobbly Ride — Motorcycle with poor stability.
Wobbly Scene — Subculture of riders with sketchy bikes.
Woke Build — Bike customized with modern tech.
Woke Rider — Rider who embraces new trends.
Woke Up — Slang for a bike tuned for more power.
Wolf Call — Loud exhaust note drawing attention.
Wolf Cry — Group of riders revving together.
Wolf Den — Gathering place for riders.
Wolf Howl — Exhaust sound resembling a howl.
Wolf Pack — Group of riders traveling together.
Wolf Rider — Lone rider with wolf imagery.
Wolf Scene — Subculture of riders with wolf themes.
Wolf Spirit — Rider who identifies with freedom of wolves.
Wolf Whistle Pipes — Exhausts tuned to whistle.
Wolf Zone — Territory of a dominant riding group.
Wombat — Nickname for small trail bikes.
Wonky Ride — Motorcycle with poor handling.
Wood Chop — Custom modification involving cutting frame or parts.
Wood Pegs — Old‑school wooden footpegs used on vintage bikes.
Wood Rat — Rider who improvises repairs with makeshift parts.
Wooden Bars — Slang for handlebars with no flex or comfort.
Wooden Brakes — Brakes with poor feel or stopping power.
Wooden Ride — Motorcycle with stiff, uncomfortable suspension.
Woodruff Key — Small key securing rotating parts.
Woolly Corner — Corner taken with unstable handling.
Woolly Ride — Slang for unpredictable handling.
Woolly Rider — Rider known for unpredictable cornering.
Woolly Scene — Subculture of riders with sketchy handling bikes.
Word of Mouth Bike — Motorcycle famous through rider stories.
Work Bench Build — Bike built entirely in a home garage.
Workhorse — Reliable, everyday motorcycle.
Workhorse Rider — Rider who values utility over flash.
Workhorse Scene — Subculture of practical, no‑nonsense riders.
Workshop Manual — Official repair guide.
Workshop Rat — Rider who spends more time in the garage than on the road.
World Rider — Rider who travels internationally.
World Scene — Global motorcycle community.
World Tourer — Motorcycle designed for long‑distance global travel.
Worldly Rider — Rider with experience across many countries.
Worldwide Scene — Subculture of international touring riders.
Worn Bars — Handlebars showing heavy use.
Worn Out — Bike or gear past its service life.
Worn Pegs — Footpegs ground down from cornering.
Worn Rubber — Tires past their safe lifespan.
Worn Saddle — Seat showing heavy wear.
Worn Shocks — Suspension components past service life.
Worn‑Out Bike — Motorcycle past its prime.
Worn‑Out Rider — Rider fatigued from long miles.
Worn‑Out Scene — Subculture of riders who embrace old, tired machines.
Worry Beads — Slang for keychains or charms riders carry.
Worry Free Ride — Ride with no breakdowns or issues.
WOT (Wide Open Throttle) — Full throttle position.
WOT Blast — Short burst at full throttle.
WOT Junkie — Rider addicted to full‑throttle runs.
WOT Scene — Subculture of riders who ride flat‑out.
WOT Warrior — Rider who constantly pushes throttle to max.
Wound‑Up Engine — Engine revved to high RPM.
Wound‑Up Rider — Rider full of nervous energy.
Wound‑Up Scene — Subculture of high‑revving sportbike riders.
Wrench — Slang for mechanic.
Wrench Artist — Mechanic with exceptional skill.
Wrench Culture — Subculture of DIY mechanics.
Wrench Jockey — Mechanic who works primarily on motorcycles.
Wrench Monkey — Apprentice mechanic.
Wrench Monkey — Informal term for apprentice mechanic.
Wrench Night — Group maintenance session.
Wrench Rat — Apprentice or helper in a motorcycle shop.
Wrench Roll — Tool roll carried by riders for roadside repairs.
Wrench Set — Essential toolkit for motorcycle maintenance.
Wrench Spinner — Slang for a mechanic constantly turning wrenches.
Wrench Time — Hours spent repairing or customizing.
Wrench Turn — Adjustment or repair.
Wrench Wizard — Highly skilled mechanic who can fix anything.
Wrenchable — Easy to work on.
Wrenchhead — Rider obsessed with mechanical work.
Wrenching — Working on a motorcycle.
Wrenching Culture — Subculture of DIY mechanics.
Wrenching Night — Group maintenance session.
Wrenching Scene — Subculture of garage builders.
Wring It Out — Running an engine to redline.
Wringing Ride — Ride where bikes are pushed to their limits.
Wringing Scene — Subculture of riders who ride at redline.
Wrist Breaker — Slang for a bike with brutal throttle response.
Wrist Burn — Fatigue or pain from extended throttle use.
Wrist Flick — Quick steering input using wrist and bars.
Wrist Jam — Holding throttle wide open for long periods.
Wrist Pain — Common issue from poor ergonomics or heavy bikes.
Wrist Rocket — Slang for a fast sportbike.
Wrist Rocket Rider — Rider who thrives on high‑revving sportbikes.
Wrist Rocket Scene — Subculture around supersport motorcycles.
Wrist Twist — Throttle action.
Wristy Rider — Rider known for heavy throttle use.
Writer’s Ride — Motorcycle used by moto‑journalists or bloggers.
Writer’s Scene — Subculture of riders who document their journeys.
Writing Iron — Slang for a bike used in storytelling or media.
Wrong Gear — Riding in an inappropriate gear.
Wrong Line — Poor cornering trajectory.
Wrong Side Rider — Rider who drifts into oncoming lane.
Wrong Turn — Getting lost on a ride.
Wrong Way Rider — Rider going against traffic.
Wrong Way Scene — Subculture of reckless riders.
Wrong‑Way Run — Dangerous ride against traffic flow.
Wrong‑Way Scene — Subculture of reckless riders ignoring rules.
Wrought Iron Ride — Old, heavy motorcycle.
Wrought Iron Rider — Rider of antique iron bikes.
Wrought Iron Scene — Vintage subculture around heavy classics.
WTF Bike — Motorcycle with bizarre or shocking modifications.
WTF Build — Custom bike that defies logic or taste.
WTF Moment — Slang for shocking riding incident.
WTF Rider — Rider known for outrageous antics.
WTF Rider — Rider who constantly surprises others with antics.
WTF Scene — Subculture of unpredictable riders.
WTF Show — Bike show featuring radical, shocking builds.
WTF Stunt — Dangerous or jaw‑dropping maneuver.
Wuss Bike — Motorcycle mocked for being underpowered.
Wuss Gear — Overly cautious riding gear.
Wuss Out — To avoid riding due to fear.
Wuss Rider — Slang for timid rider.
Wuss Scene — Subculture mocking timid riders.
Wyo Rider — Rider who frequents Wyoming routes.
Wyo Run — Ride through Wyoming.
Wyo Scene — Subculture of Wyoming touring riders.
Wyrm Pipes — Custom exhaust styled like serpents.
Wyrm Rider — Slang for rider with dragon‑themed bike.
Wyrm Scene — Subculture around fantasy‑styled customs.
WYSIWYG Ride — “What You See Is What You Get” bike, no frills.
WYSIWYG Rider — Rider who values simplicity.
WYSIWYG Scene — Subculture around stripped‑down bikes.
Wyvern Pipes — Custom exhaust with dragon‑like styling.
Wyvern Rider — Rider with fantasy‑themed bike.
Wyvern Scene — Subculture around fantasy‑styled customs.

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