GPS Trial As of January 2020, TfL will be trialling the use of Global Positioning System (GPS) technology on a number of bikes in the Santander Cycles fleet GPS enabled bikes will be deployed randomly at docking stations across the cycle hire network
What happens if you don’t return a Santander bike?
If you don’t return your bike, or you bring it back late or damaged, you may be charged up to £300 Check the TfL website for more information
What happens if you leave a Santander bike?
Santander Cycles is designed for short-term hire, but you can keep the bike as long as you need it Just remember, your account will continue to be charged until you return it to an official Santander Cycles docking station
Do Boris bikes get stolen?
Just five of the so-called “Boris Bikes” have been stolen since the hire scheme was launched two months ago By comparison, the “Vélib” bike hire scheme in Paris has suffered the theft of 8,000 of its bicycles – 3,000 of them in the first six months after the launch in 2007
How can I get a free Santander bike?
Cycling will be free for journeys of up to 30 minutes throughout the day All you have to do is use the code CFD2020 on the Santander Cycles app or directly at a docking station for a free ride – just make sure to bring a bank card with you to get the bike out
Can you leave Santander bikes anywhere?
Once on the move you can ride wherever takes your fancy, and return to any docking station Choose a bike, check that the tyres, brakes and bell are in good working order (the lights come on automatically when you start pedalling), type in the release code at the docking point and off you go
Can you ride Santander bikes on the pavement?
Transport for London (TfL) asks all its Santander Cycles users to follow the Highway Code and cycle responsibly, including not cycling on the pavement In accepting the terms and conditions, all users are asked to abide by the Highway Code
What do I do if my Santander bike is stolen?
If your cycle is lost or stolen, call the Contact Centre on 0343 222 6666* We’re open every day of the yearReport it using: Santander Cycles app Street care
Are Boris bikes good?
“London’s cycle hire scheme has had a positive effect on the health of its users,” BBC News reports So-called “Boris bikes” (named for the “colourful” Mayor of London, Boris Johnson) have led to improvements in both physical and mental health, researchers report
Are the Santander bikes Electric?
Transport for London (TfL) has announced plans to introduce 500 electric bikes for hire across the capital next summer Since its launch in 2010, the bikes have been hired more than 101m times, according to TfL figures
How much is a Santander bike worth?
Hire and ride Hiring a Santander Cycle costs £2 for unlimited journeys up to 30 minutes, within a 24 hour period For journeys longer than 30 minutes, you pay £2 for each additional 30 minutes
Where do I return my Santander bike?
You must return the cycle within 24 hours or you may be charged Simply download our Santander Cycles app or go to any docking station terminal with your bank card and touch the screen to get started There’s no need to book – hire a Santander Cycle, ride it, then return it to any docking station
How do I lock my Santander bike?
Once you’ve finished your ride Return your bike to any Santander Cycles docking station Push the lock cable through the docking station rack and fork to secure Push to lock, pull to check Press OK to end the hire and wait for the Returned confirmation message
Are Santander bikes still free for NHS?
Free 24-hour access for NHS workers We’re giving free 24-hour access to Santander Cycles for NHS workers, including all journeys under 30 minutes Contact your NHS comms team for more information
Why are Boris Bikes called?
The scheme’s bicycles are popularly known as Boris Bikes, after Boris Johnson who was Mayor of London when the scheme began operating The operation of the scheme is contracted by Transport for London to Serco Bikes and docking stations are provided by 8D Technologies
How do I reuse my Santander bike?
No, each time after you returned the bike, to get a new one, simply insert same credit card in to the machine and machine will issue a new code for the bikes
How do I park my Santander bike?
To park the bike temporarily, open the nextbike app and press ‘Park
Why is my Santander bike suspended?
Scheme Suspension 41 It may be necessary under certain conditions for TTL and/or its agent to suspend part or whole of Santander Cycles from public use 42 Such circumstances could arise due to system faults, planned events, extreme environmental conditions or force majeure
How fast can you go on a Boris bike?
While it’s a perfect bike for cruising the streets of London, in truth it’s built for anything but speed “To reach the target speed of 30-32kph (19-20mph) I had to ride with a cadence of over 110 revs per minute
Can you ride Boris Bikes in Hyde Park?
Yes you can but a lot of the park is pedestrian only and cyclists are not allowed Not sure if you can get the bike at the park, believe it may be the Boris bikes as I saw a lot of them around
Is it illegal to cycle on the pavement in the UK?
Can cyclists ride on pavements? Bicycles are considered vehicles under British law and is illegal to ride a bike on a pavement which has not been designated as a cycle way The maximum penalty is £500, but it is often dealt with by a £50 fixed penalty notice However, the law is not always enforced by police
How much are the Santander bikes Leicester?
Once you’re registered you’ll only pay for the time you use Day passes and membership packages are available, from just £120 for a 30-day plan, and hire rates start at 60p for the first 30 minutes The scheme is COVID-safe and to ensure good hygiene the Ride On team will be disinfecting the equipment regularly
Do Boris bikes have baskets?
Renting a bike with Transport for London’s (TfL) Santander Cycle Hire scheme is not only one of the most pleasant ways to travel around London, it’s also the cheapest The three-speed bikes are pretty sturdy They come with a bell, front basket and a chain guard