Choosing an electric bike is hard to do from a screen. Bikes that look similar online feel completely different once you're riding. The motor, the geometry, the weight, how it handles a hill on your actual commute: all these factors contribute to the ridefeel.
So come and ride a few. Book a free 30-minute consultation and test ride with one of our team at our Marrickville showroom. We'll ask about your riding, narrow the range down to two or three bikes worth trying, and let you ride them. No pressure to buy on the day.
Book your test ride
Pick a time that suits you. If nothing works, call us on 02 9569 9126 and we'll sort something out.
What happens in your 30 minutes
- We listen first. Where you're riding, how far, how often, what you're carrying, who's coming with you, and where the bike will live overnight.
- We narrow the range. We stock over 50 electric bikes. You don't need to look at 50. We'll pull out the two or three that actually fit your situation and explain why.
- You ride them. Out on the road, not around the shop floor. We'll show you how the assist levels work and get you comfortable before you head off.
- We answer the awkward questions. Battery range, charging, what it costs to service, what happens when something breaks, whether you legally need a license (spoiler: you don't). There are no silly questions.
- You go away and think about it. If you still need time to consider, we'll send you a quote with a link to order when you're ready.
Not sure after one ride? Take one home.
We offer rental on select electric bikes, anywhere from 1 day to 1 month, so you can ride your real commute or do a real school run before you commit. Ask us on the day — conditions and availability apply.
Bringing the family
If you're looking at an electric cargo bike, bring whoever is going to be riding on it. Fit matters, and so does whether your kids will actually sit still. Children and dogs all welcome in store! It's worth making a note on your booking (or giving us a call) so we can make sure we have the right set up for you.
Before you come in
You'll get more out of your test ride if you've had a skim of these first:
- Buying an electric bike — how motors, batteries and assist levels actually work
- Buying an electric cargo bike — longtail vs front-loader, and what carries what
- Commuting by electric bike — range, sweat, storage and security
- E-bike laws and safety in Australia — what's legal to ride, and where
Or just have a look at what's in stock: electric bikes and electric cargo bikes.
Where to find us
Glow Worm Electric Bikes
117 Addison Road, Marrickville NSW 2204
Phone: 02 9569 9126
Email: info@glowwormbicycles.com.au
Showroom hours
Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm
Saturday, 10am – 3pm
Closed Sunday
More detail on getting here is on our Marrickville shop page.
After you buy
Every electric bike we sell comes with a complimentary tune-up in the first three months. Buying from us makes you a Glow Worm VIP, which means better servicing rates and access to a loan bike while yours is in. Our workshop has been servicing electric bikes in the inner west since 2009, which is longer than almost anyone in Sydney.