In this article, we analyze the best Chinese brands of bicycles on AliExpress and advise you how to buy this large item without having problems with shipping and customs.
Why choose AliExpress?
On AliExpress you can find many Chinese brands of bicycles, from the most basic to the most professional models, and with an amazing value for money, without sacrificing design or performance.
Of course, these Chinese bikes meet all European safety standards.
How to find them: To find the best deals on bicycles click on this search.
We recommend that you buy your bike on AliExpress if: you are not looking to spend a lot of money if you don't care if it is from a reputable brand, and/or if you need a durable product with a good design.
Types of bikes available on AliExpress
Mountain Bikes (MTB)
These bikes are very resistant as they are designed for routes through mountains or rough terrain. They are characterized by having wide tires so that they adhere perfectly to the ground and provide greater stability.
They have different types of suspension according to their modality (enduro, downhill, freeride, cross country…).
Road bikes
Road bikes are designed for mileage, so they are usually manufactured with lightweight materials, aerodynamic designs, and large, thin wheels.
Gravel (hybrid) bikes
These bikes combine features of mountain bikes and road bikes, for versatile riders looking to ride over very different terrains.
Fat bikes
Fat bikes are mountain bikes with very wide wheels, designed to travel over very steep terrain, muddy terrain, snow, or sand. This type of wheel gives a great grip on the terrain, so they are very safe on risky routes.
BMX
BMX bicycles come with a small frame and wheels (20″), designed for an acrobatic type of cycling based on jumps and completing routes in the shortest possible time.
Urban bicycles
These bicycles have a more careful style in which aesthetics is a fundamental part. They are designed for day-to-day use, being very resistant, but without caring so much about the speed they can reach or their pedaling efficiency.
Single-speed or fixie bikes
Fixies are the most popular bicycles to move around the city since they have only one speed and are much simpler and more economical.
Folding bikes
This type of bicycle has become very popular in recent years, as they are very compact and easy to store: they generally use small radius wheels (16-20″) and fold comfortably for transporting them anywhere.
Although they are initially more common for city use, there are also foldable road or mountain models (although they are much larger than the classic folding bikes).
Electric bikes
Main article: Best Chinese electric bikes
Electric bicycles are pedal-assisted thanks to their motor, so they are very easy to ride even for people that have greater difficulty riding a bike.
There are electric bikes of all types: mountain bikes, road bikes, folding bikes, city bikes…
Obviously, their price is higher than that of a traditional bicycle, but they do not require special maintenance.
Best Chinese bicycle brands
Here's our selection of the best bike brands you can find on AliExpress.
Oh! You might also be considering taking a leap into the world of electric bikes and for that, we have a very comprehensive article on the best Chinese brands of electric bikes here.
1. Sava
Official store: Go to the store
Types of bicycles manufactured by Sava:
- Mountain (MTB).
- Mountain (Fat bikes).
- Road.
- Folding bikes.
The bike brand Sava has achieved great popularity not only on AliExpress but also in the cycling world in general: low-cost bikes with technical features and carbon fiber frames.
The beginnings of this Chinese brand date back to 2005, when Mr. Yang Yiwu founded Sava in Germany, later moving the company to China. The biggest boost for this company came in 2014 when Sava set up its own carbon fiber frame manufacturing plant, which allows them to have such inexpensive prices.
Sava bikes made of carbon fiber are 5 times stronger than traditional steel bikes and much lighter than aluminum bikes, which already weigh very little.
That's why they are very comfortable to carry, even folding bikes (which are generally characterized by being quite heavy) will surprise you by how easy they are to handle and store.
2. Ridgeyard
Official store: Go to the store
Types of bicycles manufactured by Ridgeyard:
- Mountain (MTB).
- Road.
- Urban.
- Tricycles.
- Unicycles.
- Folding bicycles.
Ridgeyard bicycles are made of aluminum, have a low cost, and are very resistant. Although be aware that they are heavier than other options and are also more sensitive to corrosion. If you are careful, this is not a problem and you can always repaint them over time.
From Ridgeyard we love that they have a great assortment of bikes, but especially the designs of their urban bikes, with a very elegant vintage style. They are bikes with character, comfortable for the city, and inexpensive.
The tricycles of this brand are also great in terms of design and very practical to carry shopping or packages in the back. They ensure the stability that two-wheeled bikes do not have.
3. BXT
Official store: Go to the store
Types of bicycles manufactured by BXT:
- Mountain (MTB).
- Road.
- Children's bicycles.
BXT also manufactures all its bikes with carbon fiber, so they have a very lightweight and strong impact resistance.
In addition, in the official BXT store, you can buy your bike in parts, so you can always buy a carbon frame to assemble your own bike, and that way, it will be cheaper.
You also have carbon bikes for children, but keep in mind that they are more expensive because of their quality since they're not the typical ones with which they usually learn to ride.
4. ROCKBROS
Official store: Go to the store
Types of bicycles manufactured by ROCKBROS:
- Folding bikes.
ROCKBROS was founded in 2010 and, in addition to having many models of folding bikes, ROCKBROS manufactures all kinds of cycling accessories to be well prepared on your routes.
Many of their designs have been recognized with important awards in China, their country of origin.
ROCKBROS folding bikes are ideal for your daily routine. Because of their aluminum frames and compact size, they are very light to carry from one place to another and can be stored in any small space.
The handlebars of these bikes are also adjustable, so you can adjust them perfectly whatever your height is (even children can ride them).
5. West Biking
Official store: Go to the store
Types of bicycles manufactured by West Biking:
- Road.
- Bikes without pedals (for children).
West Biking was founded in 2010 and specializes in the manufacturing and marketing of cycling accessories and equipment to make it accessible to everyone.
Their road bikes are made of carbon fiber and are extremely light and resistant (it is an added value to those made of aluminum). Note that for this reason, their price is higher, but nothing compared to other premium brands in the market, which offer the same performance and quality as West Biking, but for much more money.
Their aerodynamic designs allow you the minimum friction possible, and they are one of the best options to do miles on the road.
6. Forever
Official store: Go to the store
Types of bicycles manufactured by Forever:
- Mountain (MTB).
- Road.
Forever manufactures aluminum alloy mountain and road bikes, which are not as light as carbon fiber bikes, but are much less expensive.
Despite this, they are still much lighter than traditional steel bikes and are also less sensitive to corrosion.
Forever mountain and road bikes have very good ratings and reviews among AliExpress shoppers and you should consider them if you are looking for something sturdy and easy to ride, but without spending a lot of money.
7. FOREKNOW
Official store: Go to the store
Types of bicycles manufactured by FOREKNOW:
- Mountain (MTB).
- Mountain (Fat Bikes).
- Road.
FOREKNOW manufactures the so-called Fat Bikes, mountain bikes with thick wheels that are much more manageable for descents on steep terrain. They are also ideal for riding in snow, beach sand, or the desert and, especially, in muddy conditions.
8. HELLIOT BIKES
Official store: Go to the store
Types of bicycles manufactured by BXT:
- Mountain (MTB).
- Mountain (Fat Bikes).
- Road.
- Folding bikes.
- Single-speed bicycles.
HELLIOT has a wide variety of bikes at great prices. In addition, they have shipping from Europe (here), so in a couple of days, you will have your order at home.
If you are looking for something cheap to move around your city, their low-cost single-speed bikes are a very interesting alternative to consider; as long as you don't have to move around areas with many slopes.
9. Wolf's Fang
Official store: Go to the store
Types of bicycles manufactured by Wolf's Fang:
- Mountain (MTB).
- Mountain (Fat Bikes).
- Folding Mountain Bikes.
- BMX.
Wolf's Fang was founded in China in 2017 and has a wide variety of bikes: mountain, fat bikes, BMX…
Their frames are made with high quality and efficient aluminum, as most models feature up to 27 speeds, very important when it comes to maintaining a constant cadence on the steepest slopes. To give you an idea, the optimum for this type of road and mountain bike is from 18 to 27 speeds.
10. TRIDENT THRUST
Official store: Go to the store
Types of bicycles manufactured by TRIDENT THRUST:
- Mountain (MTB).
- Road.
TRIDENT THRUST apart from the complete mountain and road bikes also has frames for carbon fiber bikes to assemble your own bike and get it cheaper.
As we have already mentioned, the use of carbon fiber gives them an amazing lightness, but its price is higher than those of aluminum and steel.
11. DEPRO
Official store: Go to the store
Types of bicycles manufactured by DEPRO:
- Mountain (MTB).
- Road.
At DEPRO you can find mountain and road bikes made of carbon fiber and with up to 22 speeds. Their performance is not bad at all to make routes without problems.
The truth is that carbon fiber bikes have very competitive prices, so be sure to keep an eye on this brand.
12. JayCreer
Official store: Go to the store
Types of bicycles manufactured by JayCreer:
- Bicycles for children (BMX, mountain, road, folding, and tricycles).
JayCreer focuses on the manufacture of bicycles for children, with very careful and quality designs, and at affordable prices.
If you are thinking of starting your child in the world of cycling, this brand is one of the best you can find in terms of affordability and quality.
Specialized and spare parts stores
On AliExpress you also have many multi-brand bike stores or specialized in spare parts and accessories for your bike.
Here you can find everything you need to maintain your bike without spending a lot of money:
- Chamrider Official Store
- INBIKE Official Store
- Profession Bike Store
- Cyclespeed Store
- Ledong Cycling
- CSC Official Store
Turn your traditional bike into an exercise bike
Did you know that you can train on your bike without leaving your home?
If you are thinking of buying a bike or you already have one, you can get a bike trainer and turn it into an exercise bike for just a little money.
These rollers have become popular in recent times and the truth is that they are a fantastic alternative to using your bike when you do not have much time to leave the house or the cold has already begun.
On AliExpress, you also have many types to choose from and at very good prices, as you can see here.
Will I have any issues with customs for buying a bike?
It all depends on your country, although if you read us from the European Union, you won't have any problems if you follow our advice.
Most sellers already have warehouses all over Europe, so if you choose one of these warehouses you will have no problems whatsoever, nor will you have to pay anything when your order is delivered.
Keep in mind that if you buy a bike with shipping from China and it is worth more than €150, AliExpress will not charge you VAT, but it is likely that customs will claim VAT and duties when the package arrives in Europe. The best thing to do is to make calculations and analyze if it is worthwhile to do it this way.
We recommend that you choose European warehouses to avoid problems.
Can the seller deduct VAT?
Some sellers, to attract more customers, offer in their ads that you choose to ship from China, but then they send the package from their European warehouse. In this way, they claim that we can save the VAT.
Let's see how this is possible:
As we have already mentioned, AliExpress only charges VAT for orders of less than €150, and those of a higher amount must pay VAT and duties when the package arrives in our country.
If you choose to ship from China, AliExpress does not charge VAT (if you choose to ship from Europe). The seller then ships the bike directly from their European warehouse, saving you 21% on your purchase.
Not all sellers offer this possibility, but if the store where you want to buy offers it, you can choose it without worrying, as for now, many buyers are doing it without problems.
Anyway, in case of dispute, take a screenshot of the ad where the seller tells you all this.
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