Bicycle insurance cost explained
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June 30 04:18:21, 2025
Why does bicycle insurance cost as much as car or motorcycle insurance? This is a common question, and it's definitely worth discussing. Let’s look at some other pricing oddities first, and then we can circle back to the topic of bicycle insurance.
One thing that always surprises me is how a 32-inch digital TV can cost less than my Oakley Switchblade sunglasses. I’ve never figured out why that is. It just seems illogical.
Then there’s the issue of bicycle tires. A bike tire uses less than 1% of the material that goes into a car tire, yet it often costs almost the same and doesn’t last nearly as long. If my car tires had the same issues, I’d be constantly visiting the tire shop. But with bike tires, I just buy another overpriced rubber oval and get back on the road.
Now, what about the cost of bicycle insurance?
Bicycle insurance is still a relatively new product in the market, so there was no historical data to base premiums on. Instead, we relied on market research—talking to hundreds of cyclists about their needs and expectations. We also looked at some inaccurate accident data from the Department of Transportation and some data from the FBI related to bicycle incidents. Based on this, we were able to set reasonable premium rates.
We all want long-term access to bicycle insurance, and for the product to survive, the risk-to-reward ratio has to make sense for the insurance company. We're still fine-tuning the rates, but overall, they seem fair across the U.S. When you think about the risks involved in cycling, bicycle insurance starts to make a lot more sense.
If you ride your bike competitively or participate in group rides, then having insurance is a no-brainer. The chance of a crash—and the resulting damage—is much higher compared to casual riding. For example, a $3,500 bike in Miami costs about $250 per year to insure with a $100 deductible. And most parts on that bike are priced above $100. If your bike gets damaged, even a small incident can lead to a big repair bill. No one expects to crash, but when it happens, it's reassuring to know that Velosurance has your back.
Bicycle theft is a huge problem in the U.S. We receive dozens of reports of stolen bikes every day, and those are just the ones that are reported. Let's face it—bikes are easy targets. Unlike cars or motorcycles, they don't have keys or alarms. It only takes seconds to steal a bike, but stealing a car requires more effort and coordination.
So why does bicycle insurance cost as much as car or motorcycle insurance? The truth is, we’re not really comparing apples to apples—we're more like comparing apples to oranges. While both are fruits, they come from different trees and different orchards. The same goes for car/motorcycle insurance versus bicycle insurance. Both cover accidents, but the risks involved are significantly different.
At Velosurance, our focus is solely on insuring bicycles. That means we understand the unique challenges and risks that cyclists face every day.
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