minibike

[ min-ee-bahyk ]

noun

1. a small, lightweight motorcycle with a low frame and designed generally for off-highway use.

Other Words From

• mini·biker noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of minibike¹

First recorded in 1960–65; mini- + bike ¹

Example Sentences

“After the assault, the minibike riders vandalized the motorist’s vehicle while his 10-year-old child remained in the front seat,” Tuesday’s statement added.

From Los Angeles Times

Henderson told the jury that he and his friends were riding their minibikes on Aug. 26, 2022, when a Jeep going in the opposite direction made a U-turn.

From Seattle Times

A longtime rider who had his first minibike at age 8, he’s logged thousands of miles on two wheels in Western Washington, many with local motorcycle groups he met on the social media platform Meetup.

From Seattle Times

He dabbled in minibike building and drag racing.

From New York Times

The sheriff’s office believes the boy turned his minibike into the path of the patrol car.

From Seattle Times