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11 <br /> <br />Table 2 – Bicycle Styles <br />STANDARD <br />BICYCLES <br /> <br />Traditional bicycles generally have the same dimensions: <br />6’ L x 4’ H x 2’ W <br />CHILD SIZE <br />BICYCLES <br /> <br />Children’s bikes are smaller than traditional bicycles, and <br />some may have training wheels. Consider planning for racks <br />that will accommodate smaller-sized bicycles if you <br />anticipate high usage by children. <br />CARGO <br />BICYCLES <br /> <br />Cargo bicycles have extended frames with either front or <br />rear cargo space. Typically, they feature a longer wheelbase, <br />a sturdy frame, and either a flatbed with rear or front- <br />loading capacity. Some cargo bicycles can also have an <br />electric assist component, making carrying large loads easier. <br />Although larger than traditional bicycles, the dimensions of <br />cargo bicycles can vary by subtype (e.g., Longtail, Cargo <br />Trailer, Bakfiets, etc.). However, the typical dimensions of <br />cargo bicycles are 7.5’ L x 4’ H x 3.5’ W and can weigh up to <br />170 lbs. <br />LONG-TAIL <br />(FAMILY) <br />BICYCLES <br /> <br />Long-tail bicycles have an extended frame with a rear seat <br />for passengers. Some have dummy rail collars to increase <br />passenger security. They can also have an electrical-assist <br />component, which makes carrying passengers easier. <br />Typically, these bicycles measure 26” L x 2.5” W. <br />ELECTRIC <br />BICYCLES <br /> <br />An electric bicycle (e-bike) has an integrated electric motor <br />to assist propulsion, capped at 20 MPH in California. E-bikes <br />weigh more than standard bicycles due to the motor and <br />battery, averaging 50 lbs. Most e-bikes can be <br />accommodated by traditional bicycle racks but may require <br />ramps for off-street facilities to accommodate the higher <br />weight for stacking or vertical storage. E-bikes contain <br />valuable components, including electrical systems, lithium <br />batteries, and heavy-duty wheels, which are attractive to <br />theft beyond the frame. E-bikes are best accommodated by <br />long-term parking facilities with enhanced security <br />measures to prevent theft. <br />OTHER <br />MICROMOBILITY <br />DEVICES (E.G. <br />SCOOTERS) <br /> <br />Other micromobility devices, such as e-scooters, are much <br />smaller than standard two-wheel bicycles and may be <br />accommodated by a flat landing pad with no rack or other <br />hardware. Similar to Bicycle Corrals, scooter corrals consist <br />of perimeter barriers and roadway markings corresponding <br />with geofenced zones on micromobility operators’ <br />smartphone applications. The corrals do not contain racks, <br />as shared micromobility vehicles are equipped with wheel- <br />locking and other security features. <br />This could apply to shared micromobility systems too. <br />Photo Credit: City of Boston Bicycle Parking Guidelines <br />7.A. - Page 83 of 121 <br />89