Jersey Cycles

I’ve been riding a fixie for years, but I’ll admit, I know nothing about bikes. I was in need of a new bike but didn’t really know where to start – I went to Jersey Cycles because of its positive Unilocal reviews and because there aren’t many bike shops in the Jersey City area, and I had also heard they could give me advice without feeling intimidated. It’s all too often you go into a bike store (especially in Brooklyn) and feel immediately sized up or judged for your knowledge of bikes, not unlike a skinny kid walking into a gym for the first time.
To say that I was happy with the service and advice at Jersey Cycles would be a huge understatement. Luca showed me a wide variety of options and let me test out as many bikes as I wanted in the park one block away. He also offered customization tips and gave, what I feel based on my research, a very fair price. Him and his staff were easy-​going, knowledgable, respectful, and genuinely cared about my search for the perfect bike. I ended up walking away with a Fuji Feather Chrome and added a bullhorn handlebar. It’s a beautiful bike, and I couldn’t be happier. For sure Jersey Cycles will be my go-​to shop from now on. Many thanks to Jersey Cycles – you guys are awesome.

Not impressed. I had my bike shipped from another state and took it here for assembly and a tune up. They assembled it but did not perform any tune-​up. The brakes and gears still had the same issues. They missed the fact that there was a broken spoke on the rear wheel. I also asked that they clean the chain because it had old grease on it and they told me they don’t do that. ??? Won’t be going back.

Very nice staff, helpful and they really know their job! Bikes are pricey but you get a comfortable suiting the best for you. I just walked in, told them I wish to buy a bike for using in the city. They gave me a couple ones to try on the streets how does it feel, until we found the perfect one. I could also get all the necessary equipment here. They are knowledgeable and honest.

Great service and reasonable prices. I brought my electric bike to Jersey Cycles because my front brakes weren’t working. They changed my brake pads and replaced my brake cable in 20 minutes. Will definitely come back to this shop whenever I need any repairs or parts for my ebike.

I don’t have a bike, but I do have an expensive pet stroller with rubber wheels that all went flat on me. I rolled it over to Central Bike and Mark checked everything out and got me fixed up and ready to roll in 15 minutes. Then he showed me how to inflate the tires if they get low. Really great service!

Awesome experience. Mark was very helpful and staff built my online ordered bike with no problem. Also shopped for some gear and everyone was very enthusiastic about helping us.
Thanks!

Feeling spontaneous and wanting to enjoy the weather, I walked in with a friend to each get a fixie. Great experience and customer service. They even helped me customize my own to my liking. Not pushy at all and a great vibe in the store. Definitely recommend.

These guys rock. Super knowledgeable and helpful in assisting my wife and I choosing a pair of mountain bikes. Not pushy or «sales-​y» in any way. They just enjoy their job and the hobby and want to see people ride and have fun. They carry mostly Fuji, which are great value for the price. Highly recommend! Purchased a Fuji Nevada 1.5 with hydraulic disc breaks and the wife went with a Fuji Absolute Hybrid.

Amazing bike shop. Destroys all others in price and service. After my tune up I gained at least 2 – 4 MPH… This guy really knows his way around road bikes!

I went to Jersey Cycles because of the good reviews in Unilocal.As the other reviewers were saying, they are amazing. I bought my bicycle online and without question they put my bike together within an hour! They also helped/​thought me how to install the bike trunk rack. Prices are reasonable but above all they are very helpful and don’t make you feel bad for being a beginner cycler. I will go there again for any cycling needs.

My husband and I moved to the area and we looked for a place to tune up our bikes.
Alejandro — the owner is very friendly. They did a great job and our bikes are perfect.
They are very honest. I picked up my bike first and didn’t realize that I was without my back lights. Another day, when we came back to pick up my husband’s bike, Alejandro gave me back the lights. =D
I’ll definitely come back and I totally recommend the place to friends and neighbor.

Super-​approachable, reasonable, casual experience. With the staff’s guidance, I picked out a bike in fifteen minutes (and I am a chick!) after two rides on two different bikes. I bought a hybrid, had the seat swapped for a small fee after identifying a seat I liked better, had a water bottle cage (color-​coordinated-​who knew) added, wheel locking system installed, bike-​lock bracket installed, bell and lights put on all in less than 15 min. I asked a bunch of questions that were very happily answered. I felt like I bought a bike I love from a friend I trust and the only reason I went to this place is because the reviews on here were so great. I will be attending a flat-​tire class soon. Two guys assisted me. Mark was one of them. They were both really sweet and took the stress out of buying a bike.

I’ve been in here for a few different things and with two different bikes. Each time I walked out of there and say, «I like this place». The staff is friendly and they have a GREAT variety of bikes/​accessories in all different price points.
The first time, I brought in my road bike for a tune up. I was used to paying upwards of $ 70 at my previous shop so imagine how shocked I was when it was WAY less. They broke out the cost to clean your bike instead of just including it which helps make it cheaper.
The next time I went in, I brought my single speed that I ride daily to JSQ. I got sick of carrying a backpack and decided to get a basket. When I told them it’s my commuting bike, they didn’t try to upsell me to a more expensive removable basket, they installed it right then AND there was no additional charge.
I’ll definitely be coming back for future cycling needs. Welcome to the hood Jersey Cycles!

I drove almost 20 minutes to get up to the Heights because I thought Grove St Bike was a little out of my price range and they had a two week waiting period for their repair shop.
My grandmother left me this awesome ‘60s foldable bike that definitely needed some TLC.
This place is the best. They have the nicest staff. I dropped my bike off on Sunday at 2pm and they said they would have it ready that evening. I ended up picking it up the next day at 130pm. It was waiting for me. The price was great and they even shined her up for me. I will definitely be going back to get her fully upgraded.

I just brought my bike here to be built after I managed to mangle the gear cable myself. They replaced the part, put the bike together, and did so in a timely manner.
Luca was very friendly and I intend to continue to use this place as my bike shop. Couldn’t recommend more.

This is hands down the best bike shop in jersey city. PRICES are super reasonable.
I ride a Shwinn 700 hybrid. I actually love my bike. It does come with a slew of problems mainly the gears. Yes I ride a bike with gears. They always need adjusting. Fixing a flat (I know I know I should be doing this myself) but I hate taking off the back tire. The worker noticed that my chain is rubbing against my back tire. He quickly called me and said that he can fix the problem for cheap. I gave him the ok. My bike is riding the smoothest ever!
The workers are extremely passionate about bikes. And that translates to the awesome work they do
One of kind. Place love it here.

As others have said, this place is fantastic!
I took a bike here last weekend to be put together. The staff we nice and helpful. It only cost $ 30 (I think, maybe $ 35) to get my bike put together and it was ready in less than an hour! We had shopped around for a place and this option was much cheaper than the other bike shops in the area. The work is guaranteed for 30 days, or you can take it back and they will fix it.
I needed a light (I sometimes ride in the dark), a pump, and a lock and I really liked how the staff were not pushy to up-​sell me on any of these things, they just wanted me to have the right accessories. As far as accessories go, they have tons of options to suit anyone’s needs! I also liked how they didn’t seem snobby with me since I am a novice biker and don’t know much about accessories or biking in general.
Will definitely be back soon!

I just bought a bike online and brought it here to have them put it together. The first good sign was that, when I called, I didn’t get any grief about bringing in an internet bike.
The second good sign was when they help my fiancée take the bike box out of my car (don’t judge me for having my woman do my dirty work, somebody needs to make the medium bucks.)
The third good sign was, when I went into the shop to pick up my bike (within a couple hours of dropping it off) they had prices that were right in line with the website I purchased from. I wish I knew that because I like to purchase local but I also like to eat; their prices will allow you to do both.
Their tuneup/​assembly prices are the best around, they did a great job with my new bike (in hours, not days) and I’ll be bringing in my 18-​year old mtn bike for a tuning soon.
This is the best bike shop in Jersey City.

I can’t believe that there not more reviews of this place. If you are an avid cyclist or like me just getting back into the game this may be the best place to get a bike in JC. Now yes I know it’s WAY out in the Heights. Don’t be scurred. Explore the rest of this great metropolis of JC and this wonderful neighborhood know as the Heights.
Located in a little shop on Central Ave I peeped this fixed gear bike parked outside for a really great price. Since I haven’t biked in going on 15yrs or so, I decided to bring my buddy who bikes often to give me his expert advice. When we came back the guys there were super helpful. Willing to work with us on what I wanted and what would work best for me. Ended up getting a fixed gear for a little more that the bike outside and I’m super excited. They offer a layaway plan which considering it’s too cold out to bike anywhere is really the way to go. They also offer a one year warranty on their products as well which is sweet.
If your looking to be more active and want to bike I really think this is the place to check out. I love stopping in and saying hey to these guys and I can’t wait to get on my new ride.

I came in here a week or so ago with my friend to look at bikes. He was buying I was making a mental wish list.
This little shop is great. The owner & staff are so friendly and bend over backwards to help you. They are really knowledgeable, but not only that they are so enthusiastic & excited to talk bikes. Sure it’s a business, but you can tell they take personal satisfaction when someone gets fitted properly for the right bike and walks out of their happy.
I think the inventory they carry is priced right as the lines of bikes they offer are great values considering what you are getting.
I was talking to one of the employees about what I ride and how I like to ride. He made a bunch of suggestions, showed me some options, and seemed really amp’d to get my bike in for an evaluation & possible handlebar upgrade. I will definitely take it here in the spring to do just that, and will update this review if the service & end product is anything less than spectacular.