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How to Sell Your Regular Bike: Upway Explained
Written by: Rémy Rossi | March 23, 2026 | Time to read 6 min
Turning your used bike into cash is what Upway does best. Now accepting regular bikes!
More about the Author: Rémy Rossi
Rémy Rossi is a bike writer, mechanic, and educator who got his start in community-based bike shops and co-ops. With a decade in the industry, he still wrenches on bikes when he can and plays bike polo on a fixie.
Upway is stepping up its game and now offers regular, non-electric bikes! This exciting expansion means that all riders can find exactly what they’re looking for, and owners can sell their used bike— electric or analog— with ease. Upway is now the #1 place for both e-Bikes and regular bikes, offering premium brands at significantly lower prices. Here’s everything you need to know about regular bikes from Upway and how to sell your bike to Upway.
Upway now buys and sells regular bikes!
As we ride into spring, Upway is rolling out its launch of regular bikes on its certified, pre-owned marketplace in the US. Upway is already known for its high-quality electric bikes, and the catalog will now include regular bikes. Maybe you want a regular bicycle in addition to your pedal-assist ride, or simply haven’t caught the e-Bike bug just yet; Upway is the one-stop shop for deep discounts on pre-owned models.
Individuals interested in giving a second life to their used bicycle can sell their bike to Upway today!
Individuals interested in giving a second life to their used bicycle can sell their bike to Upway today!
Why is Upway expanding from e-Bikes to analog bikes?
The used bike market is a big one, and a large part of it revolves around non-motorized, regular bikes. Introducing regular bikes alongside electric bikes can increase Upway’s inventory, widen sourcing partners, and provide even more selection for buyers, all while helping give more bicycles a second life in the US. Upway already has the expertise and operational capabilities to certify and recondition e-Bikes with its UpCenters in New York City and Los Angeles, and can efficiently bring analog bikes into the fold.
Do regular bikes go through the same refurbishment process as e-Bikes?
Regular bikes follow largely the same servicing workflow as electric bikes in Upway UpCenters, with a few key differences. Mainly, these bikes don’t have electric components like motors, controllers, and batteries, so many procedures related to those parts aren’t required.
However, analog bikes— particularly higher-end models like performance road bikes or MTBs— tend to accumulate higher mileage over time. As a result, certain inspections, like ensuring the integrity of carbon frames, have to be completed even more rigorously compared to those of most e-Bikes. Regular bikes also have specific components, such as a standard bottom bracket and front derailleur, that aren’t as common on electric bikes and that require their own dedicated checks and maintenance procedure.
How to sell your bike to Upway
The process of selling a regular bike to Upway is the same as that of electric bikes.
Submit key details and photos of your bike so our team can assess it accurately, and we’ll share an offer quickly after reviewing the information and verifying the model. After accepting the offer, schedule the free pickup and prepare the bike for shipping. Once it arrives at the UpCenter and passes inspection, we trigger payment right away, with funds reaching you in 3-5 business days.
Here’s how selling your bike to Upway works:
- Share your bike’s info: Add a few details and photos through the selling form— it takes just a couple of minutes.
- Receive the offer: Within 48 hours, you’ll get a competitive quote, valid for 14 days, so you can decide at your own pace.
- Ship your bike for free: We guide you through packing the bike box, then collect the bike at a time and place that suits you.
- Get paid fast: Once your bike gets to us, we securely transfer the money to your account. Ka-ching!
Frequently Asked Questions
How are prices determined?
How does shipping work?
Once you accept our offer, you will need to prepare the bike for us to pick it up. Note that Upway offers a free box option if you need it and covers the shipping costs, how convenient! You will need to securely pack your bike to protect it during transport.
To box the bike, you have 3 options:
2. Go to your local bike shop: You will have to drop it off there, and a fair price would be around $50-$100 (or you can ask them to recycle an old box).
3. You can order a box from Upway: We ship a packing kit for $50 to your door and handle the pickup for free. The $50 kit fee is waived for the most desirable bikes. Please note that the box takes around 3-4 days to arrive.
How does payment work?
After your bike passes inspection, you’ll receive an email from J.P. Morgan to accept your payment. You can choose bank transfer, Venmo, PayPal, or Zelle. If you don’t act within 30 days, we’ll mail you a check.
Will the offer I receive for my bike ever change?
If all the information you provided about your bike is correct, the price you received should not change.
Your offer is valid for 14 days. After this time, we cannot guarantee the price will stay the same, as our prices are dynamic and may change. If you'd like to track your bike’s value, you can subscribe to alerts on your offer page.
Your offer is valid for 14 days. After this time, we cannot guarantee the price will stay the same, as our prices are dynamic and may change. If you'd like to track your bike’s value, you can subscribe to alerts on your offer page.
What happens once I ship my bike?
Once you ship your bike, you can easily follow its journey on our status page. You will be able to follow each major milestone:
- The inspection is complete, and you can view the detailed inspection report.
- Your payment has been sent.
Key Takeaways
- Upway now buys both e-Bikes and regular bikes, making it a one-stop marketplace.
- Selling is simple: It’s the same as with electric bikes; submit details, get a quote in 48 hours, and enjoy free pickup.
- Fast, secure payment is sent within 3 to 5 business days after inspection at the Upway UpCenter.
