Bike Parcel Delivery: Equipment and Solutions for Cycle Logistics

From the classic urban hub approach to the innovation of mobile containerization, FlexiModal equips last-mile professionals. Discover our trailers and tricycles designed to optimize your routes and reduce effort.

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The challenges of the last mile: why choose our solutions?

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LEZ and congestion

Avoid traffic jams and parking issues. Deliver directly as close to recipients as possible, including in pedestrian zones.

Productivity

Carry up to 1.6m³ and 200kg of packages for optimized routes. Move quickly in urban environments!

Ergonomics & Safety

Enjoy ergonomic and safe professional equipment, compliant with the latest European standards for cargo bikes.

What is your logistics organization? 2 approaches for 2 levels of optimization

The classic approach (fixed urban hub)

Trucks deliver to the urban hub, sorting is done on-site, and couriers load their vehicles for the route.

The Advanced Approach (Containerization & Mobile Hub)

Sorting and loading are done upstream of the city (in removable containers). The containers are transported (truck/mobile hub) and then lifted directly by the bike for delivery.

For whom?

Logisticians looking to drastically reduce load breaks and the need for land in the city, in an optimized combination with a fleet of light commercial vehicles.

For whom?

Actors with urban land (warehouse in the city) and shared or dedicated routes.

Key advantage :

Immediate implementation without changing current logistics processes.

Ideal equipment :

The Runner V1 trailer with secure box or Megabag. To be combined with a good tractor bike (electric assist or cargo bike) for good agility!

Key advantage :

Optimized integration of cycle logistics in a mixed organization leveraging the existing fleet to operate shared hauls.

Ideal equipment

The TricyLift tricycle and its patented lifting system to handle secure boxes for parcels without handling tools.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Parcels Delivery by Cargo Bike

Is it mandatory to completely review the entire logistics chain to switch to cargo bikes?

No. You can start with a classic organization without changing your operational habits: your trucks supply an urban hub or a local in the city, sorting is done there, and your delivery people go on their rounds with a bike + fixed box trailer (like the Runner V1). Containerization (pre-sorting upstream and exchange of boxes with the Lift&Go system) is a subsequent optimization step for those wishing to eliminate intermediate storage in the city center.

What is the difference between a fixed box trailer and a containerized trailer?

A fixed box trailer (type Runner V1) remains attached to its container: loading and unloading of packages is done package by package at the hub. A containerized solution (type BicyLift or TricyLift) allows you to drop a full container on the ground and pick up another one in a few seconds thanks to an integrated lifting system, thus avoiding any break in load and any sorting on public space.

What volume and weight of packages can be transported by bike?

Professional equipment allows carrying up to 200 kg of payload. In terms of volume, the capacity varies depending on the chosen module:

1.07 m³ with a large foldable textile bag (MegaBag).
1.18 m³ with a secured container on a compact trailer (Runner V1).
1.6 m³ with a standardized package container on a trailer or lifting tricycle (Lift range).

These capacities allow for dense delivery rounds comparable to those of a small light commercial vehicle (LCV).

What type of tractor bike is needed to tow a package trailer?

It is recommended to use a professional electric assist bicycle (EAB) equipped with a high-torque crank motor (minimum 85 Nm), a robust transmission (hub with integrated gears or automatic gearbox), and powerful hydraulic disc brakes (four pistons). The hitch must be approved for the towed load to ensure the safety of the delivery person and the longevity of the equipment.

How to transport bulky or oversized packages?

For appliances, flat-pack furniture, or bulky packages, closed modules give way to bare platforms equipped with sideboards, arches, or standardized tie-down points (straps, rings). These platforms allow for securing tall or wide loads while maintaining an overall width suitable for bike lanes.
Check out our specific approach to messaging and pallet transport!

How are packages secured against theft during frequent stops?

Rigid containers have reinforced walls and locking systems adapted to the constraints of the last mile: reinforced manual locks, standardized triangle keys for fleets, or electronic locks with RFID badges. The container remains locked while the delivery person goes upstairs, and the bicycle can be locked with the trailer.

Are packages protected against rain and bad weather?

Yes. Rigid boxes and containers are designed with sealing joints and drainage gutters to ensure the merchandise stays dry.
The side "butterfly" opening of our boxes provides additional protection for the goods when they are in the open position.
Drainage mattress solutions are also offered to avoid any risk of moisture affecting the goods in case of stagnant humidity.

Can cargo bikes and trailers circulate freely in low emission zones and pedestrian areas?

Absolutely. As non-motorized thermal vehicles, they are exempt from the Crit'Air sticker and do not face any restrictions related to Low Emission Zones (LEZ) or Limited Traffic Zones (LTZ). They use bike paths, authorized bus lanes, and pedestrian areas at reduced speed, while avoiding double parking fines.

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