Bicycle Information
Bicycle Route Map (PDF Format, 2.03 MB)
Riding a bike is one of the best ways to get around campus. If you choose to bike, and we hope you do, remember your bike is a vehicle. Just like a motorist, it is your responsibility to learn and obey the rules that apply to you as a cyclist.
Bicycle Registration
University regulations require all members of the campus community who plan to park their bicycle on campus to obtain and display a valid bicycle permit.
This includes the following groups:
- Full-time, part-time and temporary employees
- Full-time and part-time students
- Children of UK students and employees who park a child’s bicycle on campus
- Visitors to campus
If you still need to apply or have questions, PTS staff will be operating bicycle information tables at the following locations:
- Thursday | September 10 | 8:30 - 10:30 | Commonwealth Stadium
- Monday | September 14 | 1:00 - 3:30 | Funkhouser / Chemistry-Physics Area
- Wednesday | September 16 | 9:00 - 11:00 | Whitehall Classroom Building
- Thursday | September 17 | 8:30 - 10:30 | KY Clinic
- Thursday | September 17 | 1:00 - 3:30 | Whitehall Classroom Building
Bicycle permits are free of charge. Bike owners should have the following information on hand when applying: serial number, bicycle color(s) and name brand/manufacturer. Bike permits are decals which should be adhered to the seat tube, approximately 8 inches from the bottom, facing the front of the bicycle.
Online Registration
Bike permits are now available online. Once the customer has signed into the Parking Account Manager, you will see “Purchase Permit” available in the menu (near the bottom). Click on that and follow the directions on the next screen. This should take you to a page which allows you to select a bike permit. If you have more than one bike that you wish to register, you may do so at this time. Upon completion of the application, PTS will mail the permit out to the customer.
Please note that processing and delivery for online applications may take up to one week. Permits may also be obtained in person at Parking Structure #6 (721 Press Avenue), Parking Structure #5 (located next to Kennedy Book Store) or 110 Transcript Avenue (UK HealthCare Parking Garage).
Finding Your Serial Number
Click here for some common places to find the serial number on your bicycle.
Warning: Some Web sites to which these materials provide links for the convenience of users are not managed by the University of Kentucky. The University does not review, control, or take responsibility for the contents of those sites.
Permit Holders’ Rights & Responsibilities
Bicycle permits are registered to the bicycle; bicycle permit holders may not transfer the permit to another bicycle. It is responsibility of the registrant to notify PTS of any transfer in ownership of the bicycle. It is the responsibility of the permit holder to ensure that the permit is properly displayed. Permit holders are responsible for citation and/or impoundment fees tied to their permit.
It is the responsibility of all individuals operating any vehicle - motorized or non-motorized to read and understand the Parking & Permit Regulations. Ignorance of these regulations will not be accepted as grounds for dismissal of enforcement actions.
Wildcat Wheels Bicycle Library
If you need to borrow a bicycle, please visit the Wildcat Wheels Bike Library. Bike checkout is free with UK faculty, staff, or student ID.
Bicycle Education Survey
Visit www.ukbikesurvey.org for a short survey on bike education. Bicyclists who register their bike and complete the survey will have the opportunity to get a free LED bike light and be entered in a drawing for a new commuter bicycle. Sponsored by Wildcat Wheels Bicycle Library.
Still Have Questions?
Visit our Bicycle FAQ Page or e-mail UKBikes@lsv.uky.edu.