Cycle on Rent in Delhi: Best Places to Rent and Go Cycling

Velocrush India
4 min readApr 17, 2018

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The first reactions you will ever receive when one talks about cycling in Delhi is “Where do you cycle in Delhi”? , “Where do you see bicycles in Delhi?”, “Do you even get a cycle on rent in Delhi?”

We agree that the traffic conditions and pollution get worse at certain times of the day, but the city still witnesses a number of avid cyclists cruising on their bikes. Surprisingly, there is a growing community of cycling clubs and groups in Delhi. With the growing cycling culture, there are many others who opt for a cycle on rent in Delhi.

Well, needless to say, once you’re in love with the sport, especially early morning- Delhi is a magical city to cycle!

However, if you are among those who are enthusiastic about cycling, yet don’t own a bike; don’t worry we’ve got your back.

Just to ease your life, here’s a list of places to get a cycle on rent in Delhi!

The Bike Shop (South Delhi):

cycle on rent in Delhi

The Bike Shop has been played an important role in cultivating the cycling in Delhi to a huge extent. This is the one-stop shop if you’re looking to rent a bike in South Delhi. This bicycle rent shop has a variety of cycles from mid/high end to MTB/hybrid/road bikes with safety helmets for rent at INR 500/day. Additionally, the formal requirement to get the bike is a photo ID proof and security deposit of INR 5,000.
The shop owner, Gaurav Wadhwa has also built a Facebook community called Delhi Cyclists which has more than 10,000 cycling maniacs.

Contact: Gaurav Wadhwa — 9899162648
Location: Near Green Park Metro Station, Gate No 1, Delhi

Cycledelic Sports Shop (North Delhi):

If you are looking to rent a bike in North Delhi, this bike shop is an economical choice. It’s primarily for cyclists who seek MTB and hybrid bicycles in Delhi. The bike rent is INR 350 and other requirements that include are the security deposit which is between INR 5,000–10,000 and a photo ID proof.

Contact: Harsh Kant Singh — 9899990318
Location: 298, Princess Road, Model Town 1, Near Model Town Metro Station, Tagore Park Extension

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Durga Cycles (West Delhi):

The bike shop one should opt for to get a cycle on rent in West Delhi. This bike rental shop in West Delhi covers bicycles from mid/high-end MTB/ hybrid and road bikes for a low-cost rent charge.
The rentals per day are INR 300–500, which is affordable. Additionally, you will also require a photo ID proof with a security deposit of INR 5,000–10,000 to secure your choice of bicycle.
The shop owner, Rakesh Malhotra also manages a cycling Club called GODCE (Group of Delhi Cycling Enthusiasts). If you are planning to ride, join this group and meet some like-minded people.

Contact: Rakesh Malhotra — 9911075111
Location: A-3/316, Block A 3, Paschim Vihar, Opposite Petrol Pump, New Delhi

Track and Trail (South Delhi):

Well, if you are looking for some more options to get a bike on rent in South Delhi, Track and Trail is the place you should go for. They provide mid/ high-end bikes in the range of INR 300–1000 per day. However, you are required to pay the rent in advance along with a photo ID proof for security purposes.

Contact: Rajesh — 9810040925
Location: CII/ 51–52, Lajpat Nagar II, Main Market, Veer Savarkar Marg, New Delhi

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Just Bicycle and Accessories (Central Delhi & North Delhi):

If you are around in the Central and Northern part of Delhi and are looking to rent a bike, visit Just Bicycle and Accessories. The bikes vary from mid-high end with a rent that starts from INR 300- 500 per day. As every other bike rental shop, you are required to make a security deposit of INR 7,000 to INR 10,000 and submit your photo ID proof.

Contact: Subir Malhotra — 9871211500
Location — 1: D-112, Kamla Nagar, Delhi (Direction)
Location — 2: 27A, Jhandewalan Cycle Market, Delhi (Direction)

Delhi Metro, Public Bicycle Sharing:

For all those who still find all of the above expensive, there is a Public Bicycle Sharing (PBS) scheme which is available at selected metro stations in Delhi. You can rent a cycle at the Delhi metro. Isn’t that amazing?

Also, this scheme is quite convenient and cost effective if you looking for a bike on rent in Delhi.

The rental is INR 10 per hour; however, you will have to deposit INR 50 to get a smart card. The validity of this smart card is one year. You will also have to provide a photo identity proof for availing the facility.

This facility has helped a number of students who prefer spending a minimal amount on their travel rather than wasting their money on rickshaws.

For more details, visit their website
Contact number: 9540554422 / 24-hour DMR helpline no. 155370

If you know of any other places to get a cycle on rent in Delhi, do feel free to comment below and let us know!

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