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You must have heard the term “Old Lady” if you are a part of the motorcycling community. You must have often seen bikers calling their young women on the passenger seat ‘Old Lady'.
Generally, calling a woman “Old Lady” is considered quite disrespectful. However, we have seen bikers’ girlfriends and wives not getting offended by being called old ladies.
Why is it so? Why do bikers call their women old lady? Let’s find out the answers to these questions. “Old Lady” is quite a popular term in motorcycling culture, particularly motorcycle clubs. Every biker loves to have an old lady sitting on his bike’s passenger seat.
Continue reading this article to learn what does it mean to be a bikers old lady.
1. Why Do Bikers Call Their Women 'Old Lady'?
When a motorcyclist/biker is committed to his woman, and they share a strong bond, this is when the biker takes his woman as his Old Lady.
Old Lady/Girlfriend/Better Half/Significant Other: Bikers are often seen calling their women, girlfriends, better half, or significant others “Old Lady”.
Also Called “Ol’ Lady": The term is often shortened to “Ol’ Lady”, where is ‘d’ is often silenced.
Not a Sign of Disrespect: It is not a derogatory or disrespectful remark for a woman who rides at the back of the biker.
It Is Not About Her Age: Also, the term ‘old lady’ does not point out her age. It is a status in the biker community.
Signifies Loyalty, Commitment, and Affection: The term “Old Lady” is commonly used by bikers in the motorcycling community to show their commitment, loyalty, and affection for their women.
Sign of Respect: It means to give respect to their woman who loves to ride with them
Signifies the Solid Bond: It also signifies that the bond between the biker and his lady is quite solid and old.
She Loves to Be the Old Lady: The ‘old lady’ loves to be called a biker’s old lady. She is willing and committed to riding with her partner forever.
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2. Old Lady’s Origin in Biker Community

The term ‘old lady’ originated from the old biker culture, particularly in outlaw motorcycle clubs. It is a widely used term in outlaw motorcycle clubs.
Like many other motorcycle club ranks, the old lady is also a rank. It is given to the wives and girlfriends of motorcycle club members. They are also considered an extension of the outlaw motorcycle club.
3. What Is the Role of the Old Lady in a Motorcycle Club?
The ‘Old Lady’ or ‘Ol’ Lady’ has a very important role to play in a motorcycle club. Though she is considered a hang around in a motorcycle club, she is held responsible for her man’s success in the club.
The responsibilities of an old lady in a motorcycle club may increase if her man becomes a prospect or a full-patch member of the motorcycle club.
The best thing an old lady can do for her man is to help him grow in the club. The best way to make more club members know your man is through making them good meals. It is a great way to meet and get to know more members.
Being an old lady, you must be very supportive of your man’s decision to join a motorcycle club. You may not be directly rewarded by the club, but you are required to play an active role.
Being an old lady, you will also meet more ladies of fellow motorcycle club members. Making good bonds with them can help you stay active and entertained. However, be sure to avoid gossip, as it can ruin your image and your man’s future in the motorcycle club.
Being an old lady, you must admit the fact that motorcycle clubs, particularly outlaw motorcycle gangs, are men’s clubs. Even if you are an old lady in a motorcycle club, you aren’t a member of the club.
The life of a motorcycle club member can be full of stress. As an old lady, you are expected to provide him with comfort and peace.
3.1 The Role of an ‘Old Lady’ in a Motorcycle Club: Dos and Don’ts
The Role of an ‘Old Lady’ in a Motorcycle Club | |
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Dos ✔️ | Don’ts ❌ |
Support your man in difficult and complicated situations. | Don’t demotivate your man. |
Provide your man with peace and comfort. | Do not tell your man not to prioritize the motorcycle club. |
Know your place in the motorcycle club. | Never ask your man to choose between you and the club. |
Show respect towards all members of the motorcycle club. | Do not try to get involved in more than what is required of you. |
Try to engage and make bonds with your man’s fellow members of the club. | Do not get involved in the serious and secret motorcycle club’s business. |
Get to know the other old ladies in the club. | Do not disrespect the motorcycle club, its patch, vest, or colors. |
Plan meals, parties, and events for the club. | Do not gossip about the motorcycle club or its members with other old ladies and club members. |
Support the motorcycle club. | Do not talk about the motorcycle club with the outside people. |
Respect the motorcycle club’s values and culture. | Never let your man down in front of his fellow club members. |
Do participate in motorcycle club activities where required. | Do not cause drama or scenes in the motorcycle club. |
4. Why ‘Old Ladies’ Wear “Property of” Patch on Their Vests and Jackets?

Old ladies in motorcycle clubs, particularly outlaw motorcycle clubs, are often seen wearing “Property of” patches. Below the ‘property of’, there is a name written on the vest or jacket, indicating the old lady’s man.
An ‘ol’ lady’ is often referred to as the property of the motorcycle club’s member. However, it means that he is responsible for her protection and keeping her satisfied.
It must be noted that being a property in a motorcycle club is not derogatory for the woman. It only shows the possession or the commitment.
In Outlaw Motorcycle Clubs or 1%ers MCs, only men can become a member of the club. These MCs are not for women. However, being an old lady in such MCs is an honor for most women.
For someone who is not a part of motorcycle club culture, the property patch for a woman may be highly disrespectful. However, those who are a part of the motorcycle club culture know that the “property patch’ is a sign of respect for the old lady.
It shows that the old ladies are in a serious relationship with their men. Also, they want to support their men in continuing their journey with the motorcycle club. They also receive the same level of commitment, sincerity, loyalty, and love from their men.
5. Sweetbutt in a Motorcycle Club
If you are part of a biker community and motorcycling culture, you must have heard the word ‘Sweetbutt’. It may not be a common term, depending on the norms and values of motorcycle clubs in your area. The concept of sweetbutts may not be common in all motorcycle clubs.
Sweetbutts are women who are considered ‘hang around’ in motorcycle clubs. Unlike ‘Old Ladies’ and ‘Property of’ patch-holders, they are not committed to a relationship with a club’s member. Instead, she is free and independent and can hook up with any member.
Sweetbutts in motorcycle clubs may or may not want to become a property patch holder or an old lady. It is also difficult for them to become an old lady in a motorcycle club.
6. House Mouse in a Motorcycle Club
A house mouse is another term similar to sweetbutts. These are young girls or women who are living with a member of a motorcycle club in exchange for certain house chores. She may clean, cook, or do any task just for a place to stay.
A house mouse may or may not have any physical relationship with a club member.
7. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
7.1 What Is the Biker Slang for Woman?
The term “old lady” is the biker slang for woman. If a biker calls her woman ‘old lady’, it means they both are strongly committed. Both the biker and his old lady love to ride together. It also means that she is not single. Old ladies are also quite respected in the biker community.
7.2 What Is the Old Lady Etiquette for Bikers?
The old lady of a full-patch member of a motorcycle club holds a special place in the club. She is respected in the club and is reserved. She must not be considered single. If any member or prospect tries to cross his limits with the old lady, he is most likely to be kicked out by the club.
If someone tries to violate the biker's old lady etiquette, they can face a tough time. To continue being a respected member of a motorcycle club, respect all the old ladies.
7.3 What Should You Not Say to a Biker?
Other than not crossing the limits with a biker’s old lady, there are a few things you should not say to a biker.
Never say anything disrespectful against a biker’s motorcycle. Calling his bike small can offend him. You must also not call his motorcycle ugly or bad. He must share a strong bond with his motorcycle. Such remarks can start a fight between you and the biker.
8. Conclusion
‘Old Lady’, also pronounced or spelled ‘Ol’ Lady’ in bikers' community and motorcycle clubs culture, does not refer to age. It is a status given to wives, partners, and girlfriends of motorcycle club members. It is not a derogatory remark. Instead, it is an honorary title given to the women of bikers.
In outlaw motorcycle clubs, these old ladies also wear the ‘Property of’ patch, along with the name of their men. The property patch also does not mean disrespecting women. It is a patch that assures old ladies that they are provided with due respect in a motorcycle club and outside.
Old Ladies may not be members of a motorcycle club, but they have a huge role to play in the success of their men in a motorcycle club.
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