How big is a bike parking space?

How big is a bike parking space?

In general, most typical bikes will take up a bike parking spot of 30″ x 72″ x 48″ when parked. For the footprint of bikes parked at a horizontal bike rack, additional space will need to be added to the dimensions of the bike. In general, the total space for bike parking, for two bicycles should be 84″ x 32″.

How much space do you need for bike racks?

In general, the optimum spacing of a rack from anything else is 4 feet, and the minimum is 3 feet, measured from the center of the rack. A rack should never be closer than 2 feet to a wall or 1.5 feet to a curb edge. Racks should also be placed near the destinations where people want to go.

Do parking garages have bike racks?

Parking garages with a capacity of more than 100 cars are obligated to provide at least one bike parking spot for every ten car parking spots, for a total of up to 20 parking spots for bikes. Garages with bike parking must also provide a bike rack and lock to which customers may secure their bikes.

What is secure bike parking?

Secure bike parking is the best defense Parked bikes should have the rear wheel and frame secured to the rack with a U-lock. In high risk areas like subway stations and University campuses, it is a good idea to take extra precautions: remove valuable accessories, lock the front wheel, and park in a well-lit location.

How wide should a bike rack be?

Horizontal Bike Rack Footprint The footprint of two bikes parked at a bike U-rack is 32 inches by 84 inches. Be sure to include an access area of a minimum of 4 feet 6 inches at each end of the rack.

What are the dimensions of a bicycle?

The critical dimensions are bicycle width and length, and space behind the bicycle needed to get in and out of each space. Bicycle handlebars are 15 – 18 inches wide for road bikes, 20 – 24 inches for mountain bikes and hybrids. Overall bicycle length is about 68 inches.

How far apart should I space bike hooks?

Use 14 inches (36 cm) between hooks. Once the hooks are in place, simply attach the hook board to the wall at the preferred height, and you’re good to go.

How wide are bike racks?

Are bike lockers safe?

Bike lockers are more secure than bike racks because they are fully enclosed. Not only are the bikes inside much less likely to be stolen, but they are also protected from the damage causes by failed theft attempts.

How much space do I need to store my bike vertically?

Store a Bike Vertically It is recommended, in total, there be a distance of 96″ from the wall to the farthest side of the aisle. At a minimum, there should be 72″ dedicated for vertical storage of bikes and the aisle. 48″ for the bike and 24″ for the aisle.