Many people like using their bicycles for transportation.It becomes less feasible when you have to travel beyond a certain distance.Most city buses have bike racks on them.It is possible to hop on the bus and travel to your destination.Remove loose items from your bike while you wait for the bus, then cross the street to mount it.
Step 1: Before the bus arrives, remove all loose items and bike accessories.
Arrive at the bus stop several minutes early and prepare your bike for loading.Water bottles, bike pumps, and other items can be removed from your bike.Your bike may not fit on the rack if you don't.If you bring a backpack, you can put your bike accessories in it.To load your bike on the rack, you'll need to have your hands free.You must have additional baggage with you on the bus.You can't strap your backpack to your bike.
Step 2: Load your bike on the curb side of the bus.
Wait for the bus on the curb.The bus driver may not see you from the street side.You should never approach a bus while riding your bike.Before the bus arrives, you should be dismounted from your bike.
Step 3: Before stepping in front of the bus, wait for it to stop completely.
Stay on the curb until the bus stops.Step away from the street as it approaches.Pack a small flasher light with you if you are afraid the driver won't see you waiting on the curb.As the bus approaches, hail it with it.
Step 4: Make eye contact with the driver.
If you want to use the bike rack, you don't need to board the bus.Make eye contact, nod, and wave.You should wait for the bus driver to acknowledge you before you approach the rack.
Step 5: If you want to take your bike with you, fold it up.
You can board the bus with your bike if it can be folded up.The rack will not be used in this case.The size of your bike must be the same as a piece of luggage.Put your bike under the seat to keep it clear of the aisle.
Step 6: Take a walk in front of the bus.
Most city buses have bike racks on them.If the bus has a rack, you can tell if there are other bikes on it.The max capacity of the bike rack is 2 to 4 bikes.If the bike rack is fully occupied, wait until the next bus.
Step 7: Pull the handle if you want to lower the bike rack.
The locking pin is released whenSqueezing the handle.If there are no other bikes on the rack, you only need to do this.The rack will be lowered for you if there are other bikes on the rack.
Step 8: Pick up your bike by the seat tube and stem.
The seat tube and stem are located under the bike seat.Use your arms to hoist the bike up when you put one hand on each area.The most stable bike is held from this position.
Step 9: You can slide your bike wheels into the positions provided.
There are slots on the bike rack for your bike wheels to slide into.Since this varies, check the rack to see if you should load in your front or rear wheel first.The slots will be labeled for you.Use the slot closest to the bus if the rack is empty.If other bikes are mounted, use the closest slot to the bus.
Step 10: Lift the support arm and secure the tire.
Pull the support arm out completely, then pull the tire over it.The support arm needs to be secured against the top of the tire.It shouldn't rest against the fender or brake.You may need to push a button at the end of the support arm to release it.Look for the release button if the arm doesn't move when you pull it.Do not use a bike lock on your bike.
Step 11: Take a seat near the front of your bike.
You should board the bus and pay your fare.You don't have to pay extra for mounting your bike.You can keep an eye on your bike if you sit near the front of the bus.When theft occurs, don't take your eyes off your bike.
Step 12: If you can, consider practicing on a demonstration rack.
Before attempting to mount their bike in a real-life scenario, riders should practice on the demonstration rack in the city.They want to avoid things that can go wrong and hold up the bus.It's a good idea to practice before you ride your bike on the rack.You can find more information on your city's public transit website.
Step 13: You should alert the driver that you're unloading your bike.
Let the bus driver know that you need to get your bike off the rack at the next stop.It is best to say this to the bus driver.Before you get off the bus, make sure the driver acknowledges your statement.If you don't alert the driver before you leave, they may drive off with your bike still on the rack.Check your local transit website for instructions if this happens.You can call the Lost and Found Department or the phone number.
Step 14: The bus has a front door.
It's a good time to remind the bus driver that you need to remove your bike from the rack.To remind them, wave or point at the rack.You should make eye contact with the driver.You should not step in front of the bus until you make eye contact with the driver.
Step 15: Take your bike out of the street.
Don't unload on the street side.You will be exposed to oncoming traffic if the bus driver doesn't have a good view of you.You can get to the bike rack when you exit the bus through the front exit.
Step 16: Lift your bike out of the slots with the support arm.
The support arm is secured to the tire.Pull it over the front tire and then push it out of the way.When you loaded your bike, place it by the seat tube and stem.If you had to press a button to release the support arm, you may need to listen for a click that tells you it's back in place.
Step 17: If there is no bike rack, fold it up.
If your bike was the only one that was mounted to the rack, you should squeeze the handle to return it to its upright position.Step away from the rack if there are other bikes on it.
Step 18: Take your bike to the curb.
Walk to the closest curb once you have your bike in your hands.Do not ride your bike away from the bus.Walk away from the street side.You can ride away if you wait until the bus leaves.