BIKETOWNpdx

BIKETOWNpdx

The official BIKETOWN app

2K ratings
76 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • July 18, 2016
  • September 28, 2026

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Access Portland's electric bike share system to unlock and pay for rides directly from your phone. Explore the city with a greener, healthier transportation option. The app also provides real-time public transit information.

✓Unlock electric bikes
✓Pay for rides
✓Find nearby bikes
✓View transit departures
✓Purchase memberships
✓Purchase single rides
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2026.37.3

September 28, 2026

Thanks for using Biketown. We update our app regularly to make your bike rides even better. Every update of the Biketown app includes improvements in speed and reliability. As new features are released, we'll highlight them in the app.

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So many broken bikes, broken locks

So many broken bikes, broken locks that keep on charging you long after you’ve returned the bikes. Seems like a scam.

RIDE WON’T END

Don’t be surprised when your trip/session doesn’t end once you lock it up at your destination. It’s happened three times to me already, frustrating and obviously maximizing profit from customers who deserve better. Please save yourself the time & stress and don’t use these bikes.

Awfully unfair

I find a bike in an area outside the green zone just on the sidewalk- as I scan I’m not warned that it will ACTIVELY fight me as I bike it back to a station. Essentially I returned an abandoned bike as it actively fought me AND IT CHARGES 17 dollars? ARE YOU INSANE? I’ll just uber next time. #### Lift and BIKETOWN
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Terrible customer support, lime resolved same issue with no lip service

Even though I prefer the functionality of Biketown scooters over Lime scooters, I will always choose Lime over Biketown because their customer support near-instantly resolved a problem Biketown would not fix.

Biketown support refused to end my ride or acknowledge that I was in a parking zone when my location in the app was inaccurate, even after sending a photo of the scooter locked in front of the biketown/lime parking sign. They kept telling me things like “move closer to the parking zone” when I couldn’t possibly get any closer, and the app showed me 20 feet over in the street. They said they couldn’t remotely end my ride and it’d automatically end after 25 hours. This was unacceptable because I was supposed to be leaving on a camping trip with no cell service. I had to ride the scooter about half a mile away to park it and walk back, turning a 10-minute ride into a 45-minute ordeal. I nearly missed the trip as a result.

A week later, I ran into the same issue with Lime, and after I messaged support my ride was ended near-instantly with zero back-and-forth.

Additionally, there is no simple way to report being unable to start a ride and I was charged to unlock a non-functioning scooter. Lime makes it easy to report this issue.

I was also forced to walk a mile at 1am after the app wouldn’t load scooter locations or scan scooters directly in front of me despite my internet working perfectly.
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Not working two days, nor customer service

App not working, tried everything included reinstalling. Now disappeared from Home Screen. No help available. Had grown used to it now unusable.

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Bikes not unlocking or locking properly

Bug

App freezing or crashing

Bug

Inaccurate location data and bike availability

Bug
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Requested Features

4 requests

Ability to rent multiple bikes at once

Feature

Better bike station map integration

Feature

Improved app responsiveness and stability

Feature

More affordable pricing options

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FAQ

What is BIKETOWNpdx?

BIKETOWNpdx is the official mobile application for Portland's bike share system. It allows users to access a fleet of electric bikes that can be locked at designated stations or bike racks throughout the city. The app facilitates unlocking bikes, making payments, and provides access to public transit information.

How do I use BIKETOWNpdx to rent a bike?

Once you have the BIKETOWNpdx app, you can locate available electric bikes in your area. The app allows you to unlock and pay for your ride directly, making it easy to start your journey. You can then ride to your destination and lock the bike at any BIKETOWN station or bike rack.

What are the costs associated with BIKETOWNpdx?

Within the app, you have the option to purchase either an annual BIKETOWN membership or pay for single rides. The app itself is free to download and use for accessing these services.

Does BIKETOWNpdx show public transportation options?

Yes, in addition to bike share services, the BIKETOWNpdx app displays upcoming public transit departures. This includes information for train lines, local buses, and streetcars, offering a comprehensive view of transportation options in Portland.

What kind of bikes does BIKETOWN offer?

BIKETOWN utilizes a fleet of specially designed, sturdy, and durable electric bikes. These electric-assist bikes make navigating the city easier and more enjoyable, whether for commuting, errands, or exploring.