The best bike shops in London

The best bike shops in London

Cycling is a fast and convenient way to get around the city and, whilst London certainly isn't the most bike-friendly place out there, it's still home to a vast number of keen cyclists. If you're looking for a new bike or you need parts or repairs for your trusted transport, there are plenty of bike shops around the city that are here to help you out. Find your new go-to store with this guide to the best bike shops in London.

In this guide
  1. Bike shops in London
    1. Cadence Performance – For cyclists in Crystal Palace
    2. On Your Bike – Family-run bike store
    3. Push Cycles – Local cycling specialists
    4. Tokyobike – Getting you around the city
    5. The Hackney Peddler – Vintage steel bike specialists
    6. The Electric Bike Shop – Battersea's e-bike experts
    7. Brick Lane Bikes – Specialist in fixies
    8. Hub Vélo – Cycling and coffee in Clapton
    9. Get a Grip – Cycling services in Clapham
    10. The London Cycle Workshop – Reliable repairs and maintenance
    11. Bike & Run – A triathlete's dream
    12. The Bike Project Shop – Riding for a cause
    13. Eleven Bikes – Eco-friendly cycling shop
    14. LAP Bikes – New premium cycles
    15. London Green Cycles – Cargo bike expertise
    16. Fully Charged – Electric bike hub
    17. Butternut Bikes – Bicycle expertise in Crouch End
    18. Moose Cycles – Welcoming all cyclists
    19. Seabass Cycles – Independent Peckham store
    20. London Bike Kitchen – Shop, workshop, educator
    21. Lunar Cycles – North London bike repairs
    22. Condor Cycles – In business since 1948
    23. Hackney Cycles – Fixies in East London
    24. Underground Bicycles – Buy a second-hand bike
    25. Islington Cycles – Vibrant bike shop
    26. Giant – Gigantic choice
    27. SBC Cycles – Bikes that are just right
    28. Goldhawk Bikes – Impressive road bikes
    29. Finsbury Cycles – Services near Finsbury Park
    30. Brixton Cycles – Proudly independent
    31. Flying Dutchman – Diverse cargo bikes
    32. About the Bike – Colourful and comprehensive
    33. Strype Street Cycles – Cycling community in Spitalfields

Bike shops in London

The best local bike shops

Cadence Performance

For cyclists in Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace is home to Cadence Performance, a bike shop offering something for cyclists at every level. This well-stocked store carries a varied range of bicycles for adults and children, as well as parts, accessories, and cycling clothing. Bike fitting, servicing, and cycling coaching services are also all available from this store.

On Your Bike

Family-run bike store

Family-run store On Your Bike is a hub for all things cycling. New bikes and e-bikes are for sale here as well as cycling apparel and accessories. On top of that, the store offers bicycle repair and maintenance services in addition to bike hire by the day, week, or for a longer period of time.

Push Cycles

Local cycling specialists

Push Cycles in Newington Green is a local bike shop with a workshop on-site. A variety of maintenance services are offered and repair work is carried out for all types of bike. This store also stocks a carefully curated range of bikes to suit different requirements and can offer expert advice. Cycling apparel and accessories are sold too, including the store's exclusive own range.

Tokyobike

Getting you around the city

Originating in Japan, Tokyobike is an on-trend bike shop specialising in cycles that get you around the city with ease. Bicycles for adults and children are stocked here in addition to parts, cycling accessories, and lifestyle items. This store also carries out repair work, organises group rides, and has a friendly and welcoming vibe.

The Hackney Peddler

Vintage steel bike specialists

The Hackney Peddler is based in Stoke Newington. This bicycle shop is a specialist in vintage steel bikes with custom, classic, and restored bikes available. You can buy parts or complete bikes here, as well as use services like powder coating, custom builds, and a full range of servicing and repair work. This welcoming store has a friendly atmosphere.

The Electric Bike Shop

Battersea's e-bike experts

The Electric Bike Shop in Battersea is a go-to destination for all things e-bike. Electric bikes from top brands are stocked here, with models for various purposes like commuting or mountain biking. Parts and accessories for e-bikes are available too. This store also offers servicing for electric bikes, with a number of different service plans to choose from.

Brick Lane Bikes

Specialist in fixies

Founded in 2006, Brick Lane Bikes continues to be a sought-after specialist for fixed gear bicycles. At this store you can shop for bikes and parts, including restored vintage parts. Bike accessories, essential safety gear, and cycling clothing are also all on offer. The store also offers a variety of maintenance services as well as custom bike and wheel building.

Hub Vélo

Cycling and coffee in Clapton

Hackney bike shop Hub Vélo is a friendly cycling hub. There's a coffee shop on-site and the shop has its own cycling club as well. You can buy new bikes from favourite brands or take advantage of the comprehensive repairs and maintenance work offered here. This includes on-the-spot puncture repairs. Hot drinks and sweet treats are available at the café.

Get a Grip

Cycling services in Clapham

Cyclists in Clapham can find great products and services at Get a Grip. This bicycle workshop sells bikes, parts, and accessories in a friendly setting but also offers valuable services for cyclists. General repairs and servicing are available as well as post-crash assessments, cleaning, and bike custom builds for a ride that's just right for you.

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Reliable repairs and maintenance

With locations around the city, The London Cycle Workshop is a go-to for many of the capital's bike riders. This independent business offers parts, accessories, and repair jobs. All repairs and maintenance work are completed by skilled and qualified mechanics and you can drop your bike in whenever suits you. You can also get a bike completely custom-built for you here.

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Bike & Run

A triathlete's dream

Located in Finchley, Bike & Run is targeted towards runners and cyclists, with loads of products to help you remain active. In-store there's a range of leading products aimed at fans of running, cycling, and swimming, including helmets, cycling clothing, and parts for your bike. Nutrition and bodycare products are stocked too.

The Bike Project Shop

Riding for a cause

Buying from The Bike Project Shop gives you the confidence that you're doing good. This shop in Camberwell sells refurbished secondhand bikes, with proceeds supporting its charitable aims donating bikes to refugees and asylum seekers in London and Birmingham. Bike servicing and maintenance is available here plus you can shop for cycling clothing and accessories.

Eleven Bikes

Eco-friendly cycling shop

Eleven Bikes is a popular shop for North London's cyclists. Bikes, e-bikes, and cargo bikes are available here, including second-hand models. You can also shop for essential cycling accessories like e-bike chargers and bags that are ideal for couriers. Repair work, carried out with eco-friendly appliances and processes, is also provided here.

LAP Bikes

New premium cycles

You'll find premium bicycles at LAP Bikes. The store stocks quality bikes suited to a range of purposes including off-road biking. Electric bikes are available here too, in addition to cycling apparel. Expect top quality cycles as well as personalised service. The store is committed to making the buying process as straightforward as possible.

London Green Cycles

Cargo bike expertise

The specialism at vibrant bike shop London Green Cycles is cargo bikes for family and business. The shop is located near Regent's Park and offers bikes for sale and hire. Added to that, you'll find children's bikes, parts for maintenance, and useful accessories. Experienced mechanics provide repair and maintenance services for cargo bikes in the workshop.

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Electric bike hub

There's more than one branch of Fully Charged but the London Bridge location is the largest e-bike shop in the city. Visit one of these modern stores to explore the latest e-bikes from top names plus clothing and essential accessories. The knowledgeable staff can help you find the ideal bike and on-site mechanics provide repairs and servicing.

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Butternut Bikes

Bicycle expertise in Crouch End

Growing out of a lockdown pop-up, Butternut Bikes now has a permanent home in Crouch End. This bustling shop sells e-bikes and cycling accessories and carries out repairs and maintenance for bikes as well. Work is carried out on the same day wherever possible, with puncture repairs and tyre fittings done while-you-wait.

Moose Cycles

Welcoming all cyclists

Moose Cycles specialises in mountain and commuter bikes, offering electric bikes as well. This friendly local shop offers bicycles for a whole range of needs, including models for kids. Parts are sold here but there's also a busy on-site workshop. Custom builds are another of the shop's specialisms, plus servicing for all types of bike is available.

Seabass Cycles

Independent Peckham store

Local bike shop Seabass Cycles is located in the heart of Peckham. This independent store specialises in custom-built bikes and hand-built wheels. Added to that, the workshop offers a variety of services to keep bikes in great condition. At this shop you can also buy parts for your own maintenance work and accessories such as safety lights and bags.

London Bike Kitchen

Shop, workshop, educator

London Bike Kitchen has plenty of character. This unique bike shop focuses on bike maintenance, offering repairs and servicing as well as maintenance classes and workshops conducted in-person and online. You can also buy essential kit for maintenance tasks here. Accessories and LBK merch like water bottles and t-shirts are available too.

Lunar Cycles

North London bike repairs

Lunar Cycles is a popular choice for bike repair in Kentish Town. The shop is set into a railway arch and offers a comprehensive range of services, repairs, and refurbishment for all types of bicycle. They'll even lend you a courtesy bike if they're keeping yours overnight. You can also shop here for bike parts and a select range of bikes from top names like Brompton.

Condor Cycles

In business since 1948

Long-established bike shop Condor Cycles has been making bikes since the 1940s. Brompton bikes are stocked alongside Condor's own range, including individual parts. Build your ideal custom bike here, visit for bike fitting, or shop for cycling apparel and accessories. Servicing, repairs, and crash damage assessments are offered here as well.

Hackney Cycles

Fixies in East London

You'll find Hackney Cycles near Cambridge Heath station. Customised fixed gear bikes and new hybrid and fixed gear models are stocked here, as well as individual parts and accessories. There's a workshop on-site and it provides a comprehensive range of repairs and maintenance services in addition to offering custom builds.

Underground Bicycles

Buy a second-hand bike

Visit Underground Bicycles to shop for second-hand bikes and scooters for adults and children. Parts, recycled accessories, and new items are also stocked here, plus repairs and custom builds are available. The store has a friendly and approachable atmosphere with no fixed hours - make an appointment for a time that suits you to explore what's available.

Islington Cycles

Vibrant bike shop

Islington Cycles has a bold and vibrant style and was established in 2021. The shop offers bike repairs and servicing in Essex Road, as well as retailing bikes and cycling accessories. This shop is staffed by friendly and helpful cycling experts who can offer specialist advice, plus technicians who carry out reliable and prompt work. 

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Gigantic choice

Giant is a cycling specialist with more than one site, including the largest bike shop in London at its St Paul's location. A comprehensive choice of bikes are available including options for kids. You'll also find a variety of equipment including clothing for cyclists, parts, and workshop tools. The store can also take care of bike maintenance, offering servicing and bike fitting.

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SBC Cycles

Bikes that are just right

Independent business SBC Cycles specialises in custom-built bikes and hand-built wheels. It's mechanic-owned and offers custom bikes, maintenance and repairs, and cycling accessories and merchandise. Services here are backed up by decades of experience in the industry and there are various options to get your bike back to peak condition.

Goldhawk Bikes

Impressive road bikes

Bicycles from Goldhawk Bikes are style-conscious but still high-performing. The speciality is flat bar road bikes that are built in-house and not available from any other retailer. You can make an appointment at the workshop to test out the options and get advice and information. Finished bikes can be delivered straight to you or you can collect from the Camden workshop.

Finsbury Cycles

Services near Finsbury Park

Based in North London, Finsbury Cycles is a bustling hub for bike riders. This popular local shop has been going for more than a decade and sells new bikes, parts, and accessories. The shop can also take on all types of bike servicing and repair work and offers extra services like helping with insurance and security registration to protect your bicycle.

Brixton Cycles

Proudly independent

Brixton Cycles is a local bike shop and an independent workers' co-operative. It's been running since the 80s and has an inclusive and vibrant feel. Shop for new bikes, get a custom build, or find parts and accessories here. Repairs and maintenance are offered as well. This bike shop also has its own cycling club where you can socialise with like-minded people.

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Diverse cargo bikes

At Flying Dutchman the emphasis is on cargo bikes for families and businesses. Whatever your needs are, you'll find a range of cargo bikes from top names. The selection includes electric bikes and ex-display and ex-demo models. Book an appointment at one of the stores to find out what's available and test out your next ride.

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About the Bike

Colourful and comprehensive

Colourful and vibrant shop About the Bike offers a complete range of services for London's bike riders. You can buy a new or refurbished bike here, find parts and accessories, get a custom-built bicycle, or get repairs and servicing done. Coffee and cold drinks are served too so you can relax whilst you wait for your repairs to be done or you ponder which new bike to choose.

Strype Street Cycles

Cycling community in Spitalfields

Head to Spitalfields to visit Strype Street Cycles. Bike fitting is important at this store. There are fitting services as well as parts and complete bikes for sale, plus an on-site workshop. All levels of maintenance, bike assembly, and repair work are provided here. The shop also organises bike rides and other events.

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