The focus of USC Transportation’s Bike Program is to connect you to bike resources near campus and give you the easiest path to a great biking experience! USC is surrounded by LA County Bike Paths that connect our campus to various parts of Los Angeles. Click here to see a map of the Bike Paths that surround campus, so you can plan your commute or your next adventure. See below for more Bike Information and Resources.
METRO BIKE SHARE
A Metro Bike Share Pass gives you access to a bicycle, which you can rent from the Metro Bike Share stations near campus and ride to all the parts of Los Angeles that have Metro Bike Share Stations. There are at least four Metro Bike Share stations around the University Park Campus (Expo & Vermont, Figueroa & McCarthy, Jefferson & Figueroa, and University & Hoover). In order to use Metro Bike Share:
- Purchase a Metro Bike Share Pass
- Employees can submit receipt of their purchase to tsubsidy@usc.edu for partial reimbursement
- Students, Seniors, and ADA can purchase a discounted pass here
- Download the Metro Bike Share App
- Find a station and use the Metro Bike Share App to unlock a Metro Bike
- Start riding! Make sure you follow all the rules of the road. Riders under 18 are required by California Law to wear a helmet
- Return your bike at a Metro Bike Share station. When docking, listen for three beeps to ensure the bike is locked properly.
EMPLOYEE TRANSIT SUBSIDY BIKE PROGRAM
Employees who bike to work as their regular commute can register into our Transit Subsidy Bike Program and take advantage of our Transit Subsidy benefits, like three free parking passes per month at designated parking structures and lots. In order to participate in our Transit Subsidy Bike Program, fill out our application form here and have the following information ready:
- Seven-digit Employee ID, employment status, and pay cycle must be verifiable through Workday
- Your bike must be registered with DPS; please provide registration/decal number
Once your application form has been submitted, please give us about 1-2 business days to process your enrollment into our Employee Transit Subsidy Bike Program. Contact tsubsidy@usc.edu for any questions regarding our Transit Subsidy programs.
BIKE RESOURCES AT USC
Please review this interactive map created by the USC Bicycle Coalition in 2016. Some items may not be as relevant or updated as others, but this map gives you a great idea of all the on-campus and off-campus resources for bikes, such as bike pumps, bike racks, and bike shops. The USC Bookstore has Bike Sales during the beginning of the Fall Semester from August 19 through August 24!
Bike Shops Near Campus:
Sole Bicycles – Located at the University Village, this is a very convenient shop for your everyday bike needs, such as flat tires, tire replacements, and bike accessories.
Address: 835 W Jefferson Blvd #1750, Los Angeles, CA 90089
Contact: 844-336-7653
Hours: Monday through Sunday from 10am to 6pm
3 Brother’s Bike Shop – With over 13 years serving the Los Angeles community, this bike shop offers flexible pricing, group discounts, and a 30-day warranty with the purchase of a new bike (not including tire-related services).
Address: 3008 Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90007
Contact: 213-275-1830
Hours: Monday-Friday 11am to 6pm, Saturday 11am to 5pm, Sunday 11am to 4pm
Lux’s Bicycle Shop – This local bike shop specializes in performance bikes, such as racing bikes, gravel bikes, and full suspension bikes. They also offer a 45-day warranty with the purchase of a new bike (not including tire-related services).
Address: 1305 W Jefferson Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90007
Contact: 310-251-6255
Hours: Monday-Friday 11am to 6pm, Saturday 11am to 4pm, Sunday Closed
STUDENT FREE BIKE RAFFLE
Once a year, USC Transportation, in partnership with a local bike shop will hold a raffle for a free bike! You can be a lucky winner by submitting your entry form here during a specific raffle period. The winner will be chosen at random and will be notified when and how they can claim their free bike! REMINDER: Please register your bike with USC DPS after claiming.
The raffle period for the Fall 2024 Semester is Monday August 19th – Monday August 26th.