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How to securely buy a bike on Bikeflip

Learn how to securely complete your bike purchase in few simple steps using Bikeflip's safe and user-friendly platform.

Updated over 6 months ago

Finding and purchasing your next bike on Bikeflip is a simple, secure, and transparent process. Follow the steps below to move from browsing to completing your purchase with confidence.



1. Find the perfect bike

Browse the Marketplace

  • Browse Bikeflip’s wide selection of bikes. Use filters like category, brand, condition, or price range to refine your search. Click on a listing to see detailed specs, photos, and pricing. Need tips? Learn more here

Verify the Details

  • Before proceeding, review the bike’s specifications, price, and overall condition. If you have any questions, use Bikeflip’s chat feature to communicate directly with the seller and clarify any doubts.


2. Start your purchase

Ready to Buy?

  • Click Buy Securely on the bike listing page to proceed to the Shopping Cart.

Prefer to Negotiate?

  • If you’d like to discuss the price, click Make an Offer. Learn more about making an offer here.


3. Shopping cart

Review Your Selection

  • On the Shopping Cart page, confirm that the bike and price are correct. Check the condition and verify that it matches your expectations.

Enter Shipping Destination

  • Choose your shipping destination to calculate delivery costs.

Proceed to Checkout

  • Once everything looks good, click Next to move on to the checkout process.


4. Provide contact and shipping information

Provide Your Details

  • Enter your contact, shipping, and billing information to ensure smooth communication and delivery.

Continue

  • Once all fields are correctly filled in, click Next.


5. Review your order

Double-Check Details

  • Before finalizing your purchase, double-check that the bike and shipping details are correct. Use Edit Shipping Info if adjustments are needed.

Ready to Proceed?

  • If everything is correct, click Go to Checkout to continue.


6. Secure payment

Choose Your Payment Method

  • Select from trusted payment options like Credit Card, PayPal, Google Pay, Klarna, and others. Choose the method you prefer for a convenient checkout experience.

Payment Safety

  • Your payment is securely handled by Bikeflip’s payment provider. The seller only receives the funds after you’ve received and approved the bike, ensuring added security for you.

Confirm Your Purchase

  • Click Pay to complete the transaction. You’ll receive an order confirmation email, and the seller will be notified of your purchase request.


7. What's next?

Seller’s Response

  • The seller has 48 hours to accept or decline your buying request. During this time, the funds remain safely in escrow. Learn what happens if they don’t accept here.

Shipping Arrangement

  • Once the seller accepts, Bikeflip coordinates the shipment. Your bike will be delivered to your doorstep, fully insured and packed securely using the Bikeflip Shipping Box®

Inspect and Enjoy

  • After receiving the bike, take time to verify its condition. If everything is as expected, enjoy your new purchase!

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