How to rent a Donkey bike

Unlock, Ride, and Go – Enjoy a Smooth and Simple Donkey Bike Experience!

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How to Rent a Bike

#1 - Find a bike in the app

Open the Donkey Republic app to locate a nearby bike and choose your rental option

#2 - Unlock and ride

Use the app to unlock the bike and start your ride in seconds

#3 - Park and lock

End your trip by locking the bike at a Donkey drop-off shown in the app

The best choice of the day

Convenient and easy to use

Save Time

Rent and return a bike anytime, anywhere at one of our many drop-offs. Enjoy biking with ultimate flexibility.

Save Money

On average, our members save a significant amount each year by choosing to ride a Donkey bike.

Go Green

Cycling is great for the environment. Taking a Donkey bike instead of a car for short trips helps improve air quality and reduce carbon emissions.

Explore Donkey Cities

Discover the cities where your next Donkey Republic bike awaits! Check out the map on the left to explore each location, or browse the full list of cities just underneath.

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Rent a bike

Always a bike nearby

No commitment

Flexible pricing

No maintenance costs

Pedal or Power?

We got you covered!

Pedal bikes

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Easy to use

Reliable, simple, and always ready to ride

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Always available

Find a pedal bike nearby, ready whenever you are

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Smooth city ride

Ideal for short rides, errands, or exploring at your own pace

Low impact

A great workout and totally emission-free

Electric bikes

Extra power

Ride for a fixed monthly price

Faster rides

Cover more ground in less time—perfect for commuters

Eco boosted travel

All the fun of biking, with an energy-efficient twist

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Comfort meets tech

Smooth, quiet, and smart—your modern ride through the city

Did you know?

Most convenient way to enjoy your city

Ride with friends and family

You can ride with your friends by adding up to 5 bikes to one Donkey account. It's the perfect way to explore together while enjoying the flexibility of shared rentals.

Pay less with day pass

Are you visiting a Donkey city for a day or maybe a weekend? Try our day pass and save money.

Share Donkey and earn rewards

Refer a friend to Donkey and get a free 15-minute ride.