Biker Tattoos

Biker tattoos used to be commonly associated with the particular motorcycle gang they are affiliated with. This can be a particular symbol or picture that represents the group. Nowadays having a bike and biker tattoos is more mainstream then it used to be and most bikers aren't affiliated with any gang, but they enjoy having common biker tattoos. Some of the more popular ones are the old school tattoo designs, including a skull with crossbones, women, daggers, and dragons.

Biker tattoos are commonly placed on the shoulders so that they can be proudly displayed. Some bikers prefer to place them on their back mainly when they want to get a very large and detailed tattoo. This gives them more area for the final product to be displayed. The chest is used as well for the same reasons. Tattoos can also be displayed on the neck and the face. This is common for hard core biker gang members.

Biker Tattoo Designs

Flames are very common as they represent being tough and being fast. Both symbolize motorcycle riding. The Harley Davidson logo with flames in the background seems to be a very popular theme these days when it comes to biker tattoos.

It is common for many bikers to relish in the freedom the open road provides for them. Therefore, it is not surprising that biker tattoos often represent flying and freedom. These types of motorcycle tattoo designs include a motorcycle with wings, eagles and other types of birds, and representations of having a free soul.

Of course any true biker will tell you that being on such a powerful machine with the ability to reach top speeds means you are challenging death to some degree. Biker tattoos often feature such reflections. They include the grim reaper and various forms of darker shapes along the same lines.

Women are often found in biker tattoos as well . It can be a simple outline of a female body or even a detailed face of a beautiful woman. While most biker tattoos are found on men, some women sport them as well. They are often of bikes or their man's name.

Biker tattoos are very interesting to read, they say a great deal about the individual who proudly displays them. In fact, a biker with tattoos is said to have symbols that give others an insight into their various paths along the road of life. While you may think some of them look cool, don't copy the design unless you know for certain what the motorcycle tattoo design is all about. It may associate you with something you don't like or it may end up being offensive to real bikers. Keep in mind that biker tattoos are (or can be) very symbolic.