What is Cyclesite and how does it work?

Cyclesite is a UK marketplace for buying and selling used bikes. Sellers photograph the bike's serial number when listing, and we check it against stolen bike databases before it goes live. Buyers browse for free, message sellers, and pay through Stripe with escrow protection. Listing fees start from £10.99.

Is it safe to buy a second-hand bike on Cyclesite?

Yes. The serial number photo that sellers provide when listing does two things: it proves the seller physically has the bike, and it lets us check the serial against stolen bike databases. If the bike comes back as reported stolen, the listing is blocked. Payments go through Stripe with escrow, so your money is held until you confirm you're happy. If something goes wrong, our dispute team can step in. You can also check any bike yourself for free at cyclesite.co.uk/stolen-bikes.

How much does it cost to sell a bike?

Listing fees start from £10.99 for a standard listing. Auction listings may include additional fees. There are no hidden charges, and you can see the full pricing breakdown on our pricing page before you list.

What bikes can I find on Cyclesite?

Everything from road bikes and mountain bikes to electric bikes, gravel bikes, hybrids, kids' bikes, and folding bikes. You'll find popular brands like Specialized, Trek, Giant, Canyon, Cannondale, and Brompton, plus smaller and boutique brands. Listings cover the whole of the UK, with bikes available in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Bristol, and hundreds of other towns and cities.

How are payments handled?

Secure payments are available through Stripe. When you choose to pay through the platform, your money can be held in escrow until you've confirmed the bike matches the listing. Buyers and sellers can also arrange payment directly if they prefer.

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What is the best place to buy a used bike in the UK?

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The main online options for buying a used bike in the UK are Cyclesite, eBay, Facebook Marketplace and Gumtree, plus local bike shops for serviced used stock. Cyclesite is the only platform that automatically checks every listing against UK stolen-bike databases, with 24 bikes currently listed and bike-specific filters such as frame size, groupset and wheel size. Local bike shops sell refurbished used stock with a warranty, but prices are typically 25–40% higher than private sale because the shop carries refurbishment and retail overhead.

Last reviewed: 2026-05-07

Online bike marketplaces

Cyclesite is the UK's bicycle-specific marketplace with automatic stolen-bike checks, cycling-specific filters (frame size, groupset, wheel size) and real sold-price data. eBay has a large overall catalogue but is a general marketplace, with no UK stolen-bike verification and no bike-specific search. Facebook Marketplace is free and local but provides no provenance check, and its Purchase Protection only covers shipped orders paid through Facebook Checkout.

Local options

Local bike shops sell used and ex-demo bikes that have been serviced, but prices are typically 30–50% higher than private sales. Cycling clubs often have members selling bikes and are a trusted community source. Charity bike projects offer affordable refurbished bikes, typically £50–£200.

Staying safe when buying used

Always check the frame serial number against stolen bike databases (Cyclesite does this automatically). If meeting in person, choose a public location. Test ride the bike before paying. Use a platform with buyer protection rather than cash-in-hand deals.

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