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How to pack bicycles
Transporting a bicycle requires proper disassembly and protection to avoid damage to the frame, wheels and mechanisms during transport.
1Disassembly before packing
- ✓Remove the pedals (left: unscrew clockwise, right: anticlockwise).
- ✓Remove the front wheel – loosen the quick-release or unscrew the axle.
- ✓Turn the handlebars 90 degrees and secure with tape – this will reduce the overall size.
- ✓Lower the seat to its lowest position.
- ✓Remove lights, mirrors and other accessories.
2Protecting the frame
- ✓Wrap the frame in bubble wrap or foam – especially tubes and welds.
- ✓Protect derailleurs and brakes with cardboard or foam.
- ✓Wrap the chain in a cloth or film – protects other parts from getting dirty.
- ✓Protect frame corners with cardboard.
3Packing the wheels
- ✓Deflate the tyres to approx. 50% – prevents bursting with pressure changes.
- ✓Wrap each wheel individually in bubble wrap.
- ✓Place cardboard between the wheel and the frame as a separator.
4External packaging
- ✓Best to use the original bicycle box or a specialised box.
- ✓If you don't have a box – wrap the bicycle tightly in stretch film (min. 4 layers).
- ✓Fill empty spaces in the box with newspapers or foam.
- ✓Seal the box firmly with packing tape on all flaps.
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Bicycle boxes can often be obtained for free from bike shops – just ask.
5Important notes
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Electric bicycles (e-bikes) – lithium batteries may require special transport conditions. Contact us beforehand.
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A bicycle without packaging will not be accepted for transport.
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