Electric bikes (e-bikes) are bicycles fitted with an electric motor that provides an ‘assist’ whilst you are cycling. You still have to pedal but the motor makes it easier to tackle those big hills, like Preston Road or Manse Road, or to take on longer bike rides, such as a jaunt to the Kelpies, with ease.
Our Bikes
We have a fleet of electric bikes allowing us to offer you a ‘try-before-you-buy’ service, if you’re thinking about buying an electric bike, or if you just want to borrow a bike to see how it can help you on a daily basis to get around our community or keep active.
We have 3 electric bikes and an e-cargo bike, suitable for adults, that range in size:
- 2 x Raleigh Motus Grand Tour (large – suitable for riders from 5′ 7″)
- 1 x Raleigh Motus Grand Tour (small – suitable for riders between 5’4″ and 5’7″)
- 1 x Tern GSD E-cargo bike…..watch our video here for the attachments available! YOU TUBE
We picked these specific bikes as they have no crossbar, which makes it easy to get on and off them, whatever your age or mobility. We can supply you with a helmet, lights, lock, and high vis jacket. We also have a range of different panniers and baskets that you can borrow too – from laptop carrying cases to pannier bags and detachable shopping baskets.
Please note, we’re not a bike trader/shop – so we don’t sell bikes or accessories – we have received funding from Energy Saving Trust Scotland, Transport Scotland and the Community Climate Action Fund to be able to deliver low cost electric bike hire in Linlithgow. However, we can always point you in the direction of both e-bike shops and bike shops in the area if you’re looking to buy a bike or accessories.
To Borrow a Bike
We are now running a free long term community loans where you can borrow one of our bikes for up to 30 days.
The e-bikes are available at any time (subject to availability). If you would to borrow one of our e-bikes then please contact us to discuss sizing and requirements and availability. Terms and conditions will apply. One bike per household.
As you can see above, you can request different configurations of the e-cargo bike depending on your needs. As well as the configurations above, you can have a double seat pad on the back to comfortably carry an adult or we have two 52 L pannier bags.
In order to borrow a bike, you will also need to provide us with the following documentation, and complete the loan and conditions forms:
- Current photographic ID such as driver licence or passport
- A recent utility bill with your address on it
- A valid debit or credit card
Please note that to borrow a bike you must be over 18. Any accompanying 14-18 year olds must be supervised by the borrower when using the bikes. The bikes also have a weight limit of 21 stone.
Bikes are generally available to collect and return Monday to Thursday 9am – 3pm.