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.

Collection & delivery

Find bikes near you, arrange collection, and understand delivery options.

How do I find bikes near me?

Use the location filter on search results or browse a city page like /bikes/london or /bikes/manchester. You can also visit /bikes/near-me to use your current location.

Do sellers offer delivery?

Many sellers offer collection only, but Buyer Protection delivery covers the UK via our integrated couriers. Shipping cost is shown at checkout before you commit.

Can I buy from anywhere in the UK?

Yes. Use Buyer Protection delivery for sellers further afield, the bike is shipped boxed or assembled, insured and tracked, with a 48-hour inspection window before payment releases.

How does nationwide bike delivery work?

Bikes ship via our courier partner, fully insured and tracked. The seller boxes the bike (or pays for the packaging bundle), the courier collects, and you receive it at your door. Standard bike from £42.99, packaging bundle £69.99, e-bikes are collection only.

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