Buy and sell bikes and parts. Properly.How Shift Bikes works
Shift Bikes is a UK marketplace for buying and selling used bikes and components. No commission. No payment handling. Just clear listings and direct contact.
For sellers
- 1
Create a listing
Add photos, price, condition, and location (town or county).
Good detail helps buyers trust the listing — especially for parts.
Helpful details to include:
- size, year, model
- key specs (travel, wheel size, axle standard, groupset)
- honest notes on wear or damage
- 2
Your listing goes live
Your listing is visible immediately and can be browsed without login.
That means more eyes on it, faster.
- 3
Chat with buyers
Buyers message you directly on Shift Bikes.
You stay in control:
- reply (or don’t)
- ask questions
- block or report if something feels off
- 4
Agree the deal
You and the buyer agree:
- price
- payment method
- collection or postage
Shift doesn’t handle payments or take commission.
- 5
Mark it sold
Once it’s gone, mark the listing as sold or remove it.
Simple and done.
For sellers
- 1
Create a listing
Add photos, price, condition, and location (town or county).
Good detail helps buyers trust the listing — especially for parts.
Helpful details to include:
- size, year, model
- key specs (travel, wheel size, axle standard, groupset)
- honest notes on wear or damage
- 2
Your listing goes live
Your listing is visible immediately and can be browsed without login.
That means more eyes on it, faster.
- 3
Chat with buyers
Buyers message you directly on Shift Bikes.
You stay in control:
- reply (or don’t)
- ask questions
- block or report if something feels off
- 4
Agree the deal
You and the buyer agree:
- price
- payment method
- collection or postage
Shift doesn’t handle payments or take commission.
- 5
Mark it sold
Once it’s gone, mark the listing as sold or remove it.
Simple and done.
For buyers
- 1
Browse freely
Browse bikes and parts without an account — quick and hassle-free.
Filter by:
- category
- price
- location
- condition
- 2
Message the seller
Create an account when you’re ready to message.
Ask questions, request more photos, or make an offer — all within the platform.
- 3
Agree payment and handover
Payment and collection/postage are agreed directly with the seller.
Use payment methods you trust and avoid pressure or rushed requests.
- 4
Collect or receive the item
Meet in a sensible place for in-person sales, or use a tracked courier for shipped items.
Safety & trust (for everyone)
- Messaging stays on the platform
- Suspicious behaviour can be reported
- Sellers and buyers are encouraged to add clear details
- Shift Bikes actively removes scam accounts
For more detail, read the Seller FAQ.
Fees
Listing is free. Shift Bikes does not take commission.
Optional paid features (such as boosted listings) may be added later — always clearly marked.
Ready to list?
Create a listing in minutes and start chatting with buyers.
Questions?
Email support@shiftbikes.co.uk — you’ll get a human reply.