'Take a bike for a ride'
Why a test drive is so important
You don’t put together a new bike with your eyes alone.
You do it with your whole body: everything has to be right. Can you switch smoothly, the saddle is good, how does the bike brake? Bolt them yummy, are the tubes okay, do you feel comfortable?
Your bike has to feel physical. Whether everything is 100% correct, you only find out by extensive testing.
Choose a copy from our workshop and pull it out. Not just out on the street and off. Take a brisk ride in the neighborhood and you really feel how it clicks.
A test drive teaches you a lot
- Is the frame correctly adjusted to your body?
- Are you comfortable?
- Does the steering wheel fit your physique?
- Does the bike switch smoothly, even on slopes?
- Do the tires have the right thickness?
- Do you prefer the engine in the front, in the middle or in the back?
- Do the handles feel good?
- Do you feel safe and stable?
A test drive can also be custom built
How do you test a bike for commuting? Simple: by commuting with it!
That’s the only way you know what you really need. The best test drive is one that most approximates your daily bike use.
Of course, we can’t let you do a world tour, but we can offer you as much as possible to imitate such a trip.
Choose your route
A short drive in the parking lot says very little. That’s why we have a GPS ready for you with already some routes on it. Book your test drive and go out in the area by bike. You’ll be pleasantly surprised!
Adjust the bike
Unfortunately, you can’t change everything. However, we can provide the right pedals or saddle. Do you like a drink with it? Then we place a drinking bus holder. We look at what we can adapt by bike for your ultimate test ride.
Realistic testing
Are you going on a world tour? Then you have a lot of weight on your bike, and it makes sense that you take a test ride with weight, right? We put everything on the bike so you can really experience what it will be when you bolt through the desert with your pack.
Test drive with GPS
Choose a route and set out.
Short drive
Long drive
Witloofroute
Golden Carolus Route
Take a short drive through Mechelen. Cobbles, terraces and traffic in the built-up area: on this ride you test your bike in the city.
This longer ride will lead you in and around Mechelen. The city centre, but also the green edge along the water. Ideal for weekend triplers.
A nice, flat course. Through mainly paved roads you will explore the sometimes surprising village centres of this beautiful region.
From Mechelen to Boom, along nature reserve and above all a lot of water. You will thoroughly experience what your dream bike can do for you.
Test drive with GPS
Choose a route and set out.
Short Ride
Take a short drive in Mechelen. This ride mimics city usage.
Long Drive
Enjoy a longer ride in and around mechelen. This ride shows what it feels like to ride in the city but also what to expect on small trips.
Chicory route
A varied and above all flat course. This trail takes you through village centres on mainly paved roads.
Golden Carolus route
This route takes you through Mechelen, past car-free towpaths, the Zennegat,... This route is pure enjoyment of the beauty and feeling what your dream bike can do for you.
What exactly can you test?
You can test for the top brands below.
We have a lot of test models in-house. Have you made your choice yet? Call or email us to see if the model you want to test is available.
Santos
The number one in custom-made bikes. It’s solid and with belt drive.
- A bike completely custom built to you
- Own product development and belt drive
- The highest quality for all parts
- A bike for life
Urban Arrow
Cleverly designed electric cargo bikes for the city. Ecology starts with yourself.
- With these cargo bikes you can ride safe & smoothly through the city
- Supported by powerful motor
- With its slick design he stands out in its simplicity
Achielle
Cycling from our home. Contrarianly opinionated, Flemish craftsmanship on two wheels.
- They bikes are still handmade in BelgiumVlaanderen
- Rock-solid steel frames
- Retro look
Pendix mid-engine
Turn your regular bike into an electric one.
- Possible on almost any bicycle
- Very simple system
- Mid-engine
- No resistance when support is off
Brompton
The hippest among the folding bikes. Cool, compact and comfortable.
- The most compact folding bike you can imagine
- Due to its ingenious design, it rides like a normal bicycle
- Finish by weight or comfort
Koga Signature
Strong bicycles with a high degree of finishing and equipped with solid materials.
- Strong and large frames
- custom finished
- Invisible welds
City Velo
Tough for men, elegant for women. The better city and tractor bikes.
- Versatile bicycles, with countless possibilities
- Extensive range of frames, from very small to very large bicycles
- Perfect for daily use
Different types of appointments
Acquaintance
Who are you and what is the ideal bike for you? Over a cup of coffee, we listen to your wishes. We go into the types of bikes and make a quick simulation. So you can start thinking and dreaming. For an introduction, count for about 30 minutes.
- Discover the different brands
- Get to know us
- Get an answer to all your questions
Test drive
Which kind of bike suits you best? Test it yourself! Choose a bike from our workshop and take a ride nearby. We can recommend a lot of great routes in the area. With a GPS on the steering wheel, you can enjoy it even more.
- Go out with the right bike
- Get to know the bike
- Know what you buy before you buy
Configure
Time to realize your dream! Together with you, we design your new bike on the computer. From configuration to accessories and the smallest details, we thoroughly review everything for a bike that’s perfect for you. This appointment lasts about an hour.
- We'll go over all options
- Feel, see & test all parts
- your dream bike itself created
- Discover the different brands
- Get to know us
- Get an answer to all your questions
- Go out with the right bike
- Get to know the bike
- Know what you buy before you buy
- We'll go over all options
- Feel, see & test all parts
- your dream bike itself created
