Cryptic crossword clue
Biker’s gear abandoned in a shelter 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word LEATHERS

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "Biker’s gear" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case biker’s gear = leathers.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does LEATHERS mean?

LEATHERS noun
  1. A tough material produced from the skin of animals, by tanning or similar process, used e.g. for clothing.
  2. A piece of the above used for polishing.
  3. A cricket ball or football.
  4. (plural: leathers) clothing made from the skin of animals, often worn by motorcycle riders.
  5. A good defensive play
  6. A punch.
  7. The skin.
LEATHERS verb
  1. To cover with leather.
  2. To strike forcefully.
  3. To beat with a leather belt or strap.

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