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der Motorradfahrer
motorcyclist
A person who rides a motorcycle.
example
Der Motorradfahrer trug einen Helm und Schutzkleidung.
The motorcyclist was wearing a helmet and protective clothing.
der Motorradfahrer
motorcyclist
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Word composition
The word is made up of 'Motorrad' (motorcycle) and 'Fahrer' (driver/rider). The ending '-fahrer' comes from the verb 'fahren' (to drive/ride) and is used for people who operate a vehicle.
EXAMPLE
Ein Fahrradfahrer muss andere Verkehrsregeln beachten als ein Motorradfahrer.
A cyclist has to follow different traffic rules than a motorcyclist.
Typical collocations
'Motorradfahrer' (motorcyclist) is often mentioned in connection with typical equipment. Common phrases are 'einen Helm tragen' (to wear a helmet) or 'Schutzkleidung tragen' (to wear protective clothing).
EXAMPLE
Ein verantwortungsbewusster Motorradfahrer trägt immer Schutzkleidung.
A responsible motorcyclist always wears protective clothing.
Context: traffic
The word is very often used in contexts related to road traffic. These include traffic reports, news about accidents, or discussions about road safety.
EXAMPLE
Im Sommer gibt es besonders viele Motorradfahrer auf den Landstraßen.
In summer, there are especially many motorcyclists on country roads.
Compare with
Motorradfahrer vs Fahrer
driver
'der Fahrer' and 'der Motorradfahrer' can both mean a person who rides a motorcycle. However, 'Fahrer' is more general: it can also refer to a car, a bus, a truck, a bicycle, or another vehicle. 'Motorradfahrer' is more specific and directly says that the person is riding a motorcycle. The words can be confused when the situation already makes it clear that it is about a motorcycle. If the vehicle is not clear, 'Motorradfahrer' is more precise.
Motorradfahrer
Bei starkem Regen fuhr der Motorradfahrer besonders langsam.
In heavy rain, the motorcyclist rode especially slowly.
Fahrer
Der Fahrer hielt am Straßenrand an und telefonierte kurz.
The driver stopped at the side of the road and made a quick phone call.
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