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.

Ex-demo bikes for sale UK

Demo and test bikes from UK dealers — minimal use, dealer-prepped, often big savings on new. Shop sales only, every listing stolen-checked.

3 listings available now

£320

Pinnacle Laterite 3, Size Medium (suitable for 5 7 - 5 10), as good as new

First and only owner - proof of purchase on request. Includes fitted mudguards. Retails at £600 (down from £900) Around 1 year old, lightly used - works as good as new.

2024Medium (suitable for 5 7 - 5 10)Excellent

Bristol

£2,000

Pegoretti Fina Estampa 2003

*2003 Campag Neutron Asymmetric Clincher wheels *2003 Record groupset 172.5 cranks 53/39 chainrings *2003 USE Alien carbon seatpost Flite SLR saddle, ITM stem, Deda bars (Pedals not included) Frame measurements C-C ST 56 TT 57 DT 63 HT 17 I ordered the frame and forks from Pegoretti in 2003. It has the Record 10 - the pinnacle of mechanical shifting. It's probably only been ridden around 400 miles in the dry, kept clean and never crashed. Has spent many years stored under the stairs. The forks look like they were bought yesterday, not 23 years ago. The groupset and wheels are in exceptional condition.

200356cmExcellentAluminium

London

£1,000

Giant Defy Advanced 1 in excellent condition

The 2020 Giant Defy Advanced 1 is a high-performance endurance road bike designed for long-distance comfort, featuring an Advanced-Grade Composite carbon frame and Shimano Ultegra hydraulic disc brakes. It focuses on comfort through D-Fuse seatpost/handlebar technology that absorbs road vibration, paired with 700x32c tubeless tires.

2020LargeExcellentCarbon

Bishop’s Stortford

Ex-demo bikes are dealer test units — bikes that were ridden a handful of times by customers on demo days or short test rides, then sold off when the dealer rotates stock. They’re prepped by the shop’s mechanic before sale, often come with a shop warranty, and typically save 20–40% off the new RRP.

On Cyclesite, the ex-demo surface filters to listings in Excellent condition from business sellers (UK dealers and shops). Use the category filter to narrow by bike type, or browse all to see what’s available across the country.

FAQs

What is an ex-demo bike?

An ex-demo bike has been used by a dealer for customer test rides, demo days or staff training. Mileage is typically very low — under 100 miles in many cases. The bike is then sold at a discount to the new RRP, having been prepped and serviced by the dealer.

Are ex-demo bikes covered by a warranty?

Usually yes — most dealers transfer the original manufacturer warranty (where the brand permits) or offer a shop warranty of their own. Always check the listing description and confirm warranty terms with the seller before paying.

How much do ex-demo bikes save vs new?

Typically 20–40% off the new RRP. The biggest savings come on premium models that have been on the floor for a season. Use the valuation tool to check fair market value for the same model in Excellent condition.

Why are dealers selling ex-demo bikes?

Dealers rotate demo stock at the end of each season to bring in next year’s models. Selling the ex-demo fleet recoups capital and clears space on the demo rack. It’s the same reason car dealers sell off ex-courtesy cars at a discount.