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Loosen the front wheel quick release
① Open the quick release lever
② Loosen the adjustment nut
③ Remove the front wheel from the frame
Pack your bike in a bike bag and combine cycling with trains and other public transportation.
Enjoy going farther and exploring more freely than ever before.
How to Transport Your Bike?
Disassemble the bike
Place it in the bike bag
Travel by train or other transport
Take the bike out after arrival
Reassemble the bike
Continue cycling!
Discover the possibilities of bike transport.
Enjoy cycling to your desired destination, pack your bike into a bike bag, and return by train. It’s an easy way to enjoy your trip without overdoing it.
Start your journey by bike, pack it into a bike bag along the way, travel by train, and then continue cycling from another area.
Why Use a Bike Bag?
By combining cycling with trains and other transportation, you can explore areas farther away than usual.
If you get tired or run short on time, you can pack your bike into a bike bag and continue your journey by public transportation.
You do not always have to cycle all the way back to the rental return location. Using a bike bag gives you another option.
Ride as far as you want, then switch to another form of transportation whenever it suits you.
What to Know Before You Start?
Before using a bike bag, please check how to disassemble and secure your bike, as well as the rules and etiquette for traveling by train. Always be considerate of those around you and transport your bike safely. After reassembling the bike, make sure all parts are correctly installed and securely fastened before riding.
Hex Wrench
Towel
Gloves
Strap
① Open the quick release lever
② Loosen the adjustment nut
③ Remove the front wheel from the frame
① Disconnect the brake cable
② Make sure the V-brake is open
③ Remove the front wheel
① Shift the upper chain onto the outermost sprocket
② Open the quick release and remove the rear wheel
③ Keep the removed parts safely so they are not lost
① Move the brake arms inward
② Disconnect the brake cable
③ Make sure the V-brake is open
① Shift the chain to the outermost position
② Lift the frame and remove the chain
③ Remove the rear wheel
When storing the bicycle in the bike bag, first place the front and rear wheels on either side of the frame and secure them with the straps. Stand the bicycle vertically while keeping a triangular shape in mind, then place it in the bike bag. Before closing the zipper, make sure that the bicycle and wheels are not sticking out of the bag.
When carrying a bicycle stored in a bike bag, please make sure it does not obstruct the passage of other people.
※ Please be considerate of other passengers at stations and inside trains so as not to cause inconvenience.
Take the bicycle out of the bike bag and assemble it in reverse order. After assembly, be sure to perform a safety check before starting your ride.
Pre-Departure Checklist
Yes, bike bags are available for rent.
*An additional rental fee applies.
No, rear dropout protectors are not available for rent at our shop.
This guide is intended for cross bikes.
Please fully pack your bicycle inside a bike bag and follow the rules of each transportation operator.
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