Bicycles and e-bikes are diligently shipped by our customers. In order to minimise the risks during shipping, proper and secure packaging for the bicycle is necessary.
We recommend using a bicycle box for shipping bicycles. You can either buy bicycle boxes or ask for them in bicycle shops. Bicycle shops receive bicycles every day and are happy to give away delivery boxes.
To ensure that the bicycle fits into the bicycle box as well as possible, we recommend the following steps:
- Slightly tighten the screws on the bicycle handlebars and then adjust the handlebars crosswise
- Dismantle the pedals and secure them to the bike with a tear-proof bag
- Pad the bike with for example polystyrene or foam to minimise movement in the box
- Finally, care should be taken to close and fix the entire package with a suitable adhesive tape
What are the particularities of e-bike shipping?
When shipping e-bikes, the same tips apply as when shipping normal bicycles.
In the case of an e-bike, it must also be ensured that the battery is either firmly mounted on the bicycle or attached to it.
Note:
When shipping e-bikes, it’s important to know that complete e-bikes are officially classified as dangerous goods, but they are generally exempt from many dangerous goods regulations. The prerequisite is that the battery is inspected, undamaged, and securely installed or inserted in the bike. Under these conditions, transporting an e-bike poses no issue.
The situation is different when shipping individual batteries or lithium-ion batteries without the bike. These are considered fully regulated dangerous goods and must be shipped separately and in accordance with the legal requirements for dangerous goods transport.
You can find more packaging tips here.