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==In the core series games==
==In the core series games==
===Price===
===Price===
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* In the [[Generation I]] games and their [[remake]]s, {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}, [[Miracle Cycle]] in [[Cerulean City]] sells Bicycles for {{pdollar}}1,000,000, which is {{PDollar}}1 more than it is possible for the player to obtain in these games. Instead, the player must use a [[Bike Voucher]] to buy one.
* In the [[Generation I]] games and {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}, [[Miracle Cycle]] in [[Cerulean City]] sells Bicycles for {{pdollar}}1,000,000, which is {{PDollar}}1 more than it is possible for the player to obtain in these games. Instead, the player must use a [[Bike Voucher]] to buy one.


===Effect===
===Effect===
The Bicycle allows for faster traveling than walking, [[Running Shoes|running]], or [[Roller Skates|skating]]. If the player is already riding the Bicycle, then using this item causes the player to resume walking.
The Bicycle allows for faster traveling than walking, [[Running Shoes|running]], or [[Roller Skates|skating]]. If the player is already riding the Bicycle, using this item causes the player to resume walking.


It also allows the player to pass the [[Cycling Road]]s on {{rt|16|Kanto}} to {{rtn|18|Kanto}} in [[Kanto]] and {{rt|206|Sinnoh}} in [[Sinnoh]].
It also allows the player to travel on [[Cycling Road]]s: on {{rt|16|Kanto}} to {{rtn|18|Kanto}} in [[Kanto]], the [[Seaside Cycling Road]] on {{rt|110|Hoenn}} in [[Hoenn]], and on {{rt|206|Sinnoh}} in [[Sinnoh]].


The Bicycle cannot be ridden inside of buildings or if the player is accompanied by a person. In {{game|Yellow}} and {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}, the [[walking Pokémon]] returns to its [[Poké Ball]] while the player is cycling.
The Bicycle cannot be ridden inside buildings or if the player is accompanied by another person. In {{game|Yellow}} and {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}, the player's [[walking Pokémon]] returns to its [[Poké Ball]] while the player is cycling.


===={{game2|Red|Blue|Yellow}}====
In Generation IV, Bicycle's movement value in context of determining encounters is 70. This is higher than other types of movement, except for [[long grass]] (in {{game2|Diamond|Pearl|Platinum}}, long grass value is the same as riding a bicycle, while in {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}} it is 60 while walking and 80 while running)
Due to [[List of glitches in Generation I#Ghost Bicycle glitch|a glitch]], if the player saves at the [[Cycling Road]] and then creates a new game, it will not be possible to use the Bicycle (or {{m|Surf}} outside of battle) anywhere in the new game until the player does any of these things for the first time: [[black out|blacks out]] (either in battle or the overworld), uses {{m|Dig}}, {{m|Teleport}}, or {{m|Fly}} outside of battle, uses an [[Escape Rope]], or enters and leaves the Cycling Road.
 
===={{game2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}}, [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Omega Ruby, and Alpha Sapphire]]====
The player has a choice of two bike models, the [[Mach Bike]] (which is faster than the regular Bicycle) and the [[Acro Bike]] (which is as fast as the Bicycle, but can also be used to perform tricks). Both bicycles allow the player to reach places they otherwise could not. The player is also allowed on the [[Seaside Cycling Road]] if they have any of these bicycles.
 
In [[Generation III]], the player cannot have both at the same time. They can switch models at [[Rydel's Cycles]].
 
In [[Generation VI]], the player initially needs to switch models at Rydel's Cycles as well. However, the player will be able to keep both the Mach Bike and Acro Bike together in their [[Bag]], after the player advertises the Rydel's Cycles to three NPCs:
 
* {{rt|111|Hoenn}} [[Desert]]: A {{tc|Hex Maniac}} up a muddy slope to the north that requires the Mach Bike to climb.
* {{rt|119|Hoenn}}: A {{tc|Bird Keeper}} at the northmost maze of bridges, requires {{m|Surf}} and {{m|Waterfall}} along with the Acro Bike.
* [[Battle Resort]]: A biking {{tc|Triathlete}} southeast of the [[Pokémon Day Care]].


The regular Bicycle is also found in the code of {{game|Emerald}}, but it is [[List of unobtainable items|not legitimately obtainable]] and has no effect when used.
====[[Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Versions|Pokémon Diamond, Pearl]], {{v2|Platinum}}, {{pkmn|Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl|Brilliant Diamond, and Shining Pearl}}====
In these games, the Bicycle has two different gears: third and fourth gear. The player can switch between them by pressing the B button. Fourth gear is faster and allows the player to ride up {{DL|bike obstacles|muddy slopes}} and jump two tiles from bike {{DL|bike obstacles|ramps}}. Third gear is slower and only jumps one tile from ramps, but cannot ride up muddy slopes.


===={{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}====
In Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, the player can choose between a red, blue, green, or yellow bicycle. Additionally, the player will wear the Cycling Style outfit while riding the bicycle and battling at the {{rt|206|Sinnoh|Cycling Road}}.  
In addition to the regular Bicycle, the [[Acro Bike]] and [[Mach Bike]] are also found in the code of these games, but the latter two items are [[List of unobtainable items|not legitimately obtainable]]. When either the Acro Bike or the Mach Bike is used, the player simply starts riding the regular Bicycle. If the player is already riding the Bicycle, then using any of these items causes the player to resume walking.


===={{game2|Diamond|Pearl|Platinum}}====
In Pokémon Diamond and Pearl only, bikes cannot be ridden in [[Snow tile|snow]] or inside [[gate]]s.
The player can switch between third and fourth gears by pressing the B button, which function similarly to the [[Acro Bike]] and [[Mach Bike]], respectively. Fourth gear is faster than third gear and allows the player to ride up {{DL|bike obstacles|muddy slopes}} and jump further from bike {{DL|bike obstacles|ramps}}. Third gear can jump bike ramps, but does not jump as far. In Diamond and Pearl only, bikes cannot be ridden in [[gate]]s.
 
In these games only, bikes cannot be ridden in [[Snow tile|snow]].


===={{g|X and Y}}====
===={{g|X and Y}}====
The player can move in any direction using the [[Nintendo 3DS]]'s Circle Pad. The player has a choice between a green and yellow Bicycle when they obtain it. They cannot switch bikes once they pick one, but both Bicycles are functionally identical.
The player can move in any direction using the [[Nintendo 3DS]]'s Circle Pad. The player has a choice between a green and yellow Bicycle when they obtain it. They cannot switch bikes once they pick one, but both Bicycles are functionally identical.


====Generation VII====
===Glitches===
In [[Generation VII]], several [[Poké Ride|Ride Pokémon]] take over the role of transporting the player across the land at higher speeds, such as {{p|Tauros}} Charge.
===={{game2|Red|Blue|Yellow}}====
Due to [[List of glitches (Generation I)#Ghost Bicycle glitch|a glitch]], if the player saves at the [[Cycling Road]] and creates a new game, it will not be possible to use the Bicycle (or {{m|Surf}} outside of battle) anywhere in the new game until the player does any of these things for the first time: [[black out|blacks out]] (either in battle or the overworld), uses {{m|Dig}}, {{m|Teleport}}, or {{m|Fly}} outside of battle, uses an [[Escape Rope]], or enters and leaves the Cycling Road.


===Description===
===Description===
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{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrev6|XY}}|A folding Bicycle that enables a rider to get around much faster than a pair of Running Shoes will allow.}}
{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrev6|XY}}|A folding Bicycle that enables a rider to get around much faster than a pair of Running Shoes will allow.}}
{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrev6|ORAS}}<br>{{gameabbrev7|SMUSUMPE}}|A folding Bike that enables a rider to get around much faster than with Running Shoes.}}
{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrev6|ORAS}}<br>{{gameabbrev7|SMUSUMPE}}|A folding Bike that enables a rider to get around much faster than with Running Shoes.}}
{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrev8|SwSh}}|A folding bike that enables a rider to get around much faster than with Running Shoes.}}
{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrev8|SwShBDSP}}|A folding bike that enables a rider to get around much faster than with Running Shoes.}}
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===Acquisition===
===Acquisition===
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| [[Cyllage City]] [[Bicycle Shop]] (from the owner; choice between green and yellow)
| [[Cyllage City]] [[Bicycle Shop]] (from the owner; choice between green and yellow)
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| {{gameabbrev8|BDSP}}
| [[Rad Rickshaw's Cycle Shop]] (from [[Rad Rickshaw]] after saving him from [[Team Galactic]]; choice between blue, red, yellow and green)
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===Appearance===
===Similar equipment===
====Mach and Acro Bikes====
In {{game2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}}, [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Omega Ruby, and Alpha Sapphire]], there are two different models of Bicycle: [[Mach Bike]] (which is faster than the regular Bicycle) and the [[Acro Bike]] (which is the same speed as the regular Bicycle, but can also be used to perform tricks). Both bicycles allow the player to reach places they otherwise could not.
 
In [[Generation III]], the player cannot have both at the same time. They can switch models at [[Rydel's Cycles]].
 
In [[Generation VI]], the player initially needs to switch models at Rydel's Cycles as well. However, the player will be able to keep both the Mach Bike and Acro Bike together in their [[Bag]], after the player advertises the Rydel's Cycles to three NPCs:
* {{rt|111|Hoenn}} [[Desert]]: A {{tc|Hex Maniac}} up a muddy slope to the north that requires the Mach Bike to climb.
* {{rt|119|Hoenn}}: A {{tc|Bird Keeper}} at the northmost maze of bridges, requires {{m|Surf}} and {{m|Waterfall}} along with the Acro Bike.
* [[Battle Resort]]: A biking {{tc|Triathlete}} southeast of the [[Pokémon Day Care]].
 
====Rotom Bike====
In {{g|Sword and Shield}}, the player receives the [[Rotom Bike]]. The Rotom Bike can occasionally dash to move at high speeds for short periods of time. After being upgraded with Water Mode, it can also travel on water.
 
====Ride Pokémon====
In [[Pokémon Sun and Moon|Pokémon Sun, Moon]], [[Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon|Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon]], several [[Poké Ride|Ride Pokémon]] take over the role of transporting the player across the land at higher speeds, such as {{p|Tauros}} Charge.
 
In [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]], the player can ride on certain {{DL|Walking Pokémon|Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|walking Pokémon}}. Cycling Road is replaced by Pokémon Road, where Trainers are encouaged to walk with their Pokémon.
 
In [[Pokémon Legends: Arceus]], the player can use some [[Ride Pokémon (Hisui)|Ride Pokémon]] to travel faster than on foot, such as {{p|Wyrdeer}}.
 
In [[Pokémon Scarlet and Violet]], the player can ride on the partner {{ga|Koraidon}}{{sup/9|S}}/{{ga|Miraidon}}{{sup/9|V}} after they begin their Treasure Hunt.
 
==Gallery==
===Artwork===
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| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{Key items color dark}}; background: #{{Key items color light}} | [[File:RG Bicycle.png|100px]]
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{Key items color dark}}; background: #{{Key items color light}} | [[File:Register Bicycle Red Sprite.png|100px]][[File:Register Bicycle Blue Sprite.png|100px]][[File:Register Bicycle Green Sprite.png|100px]][[File:Register Bicycle Yellow Sprite.png|100px]]
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| Artwork from<br>{{color2|000|Pokémon Red and Green Versions|Red and Green}}
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{Key items color dark}}; background: #{{Key items color light}}; width:96px; height:96px" | {{bag|Bicycle}}
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| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{Key items color dark}}; background: #{{Key items color light}}; width:96px; height:96px" | {{bag|Bicycle Yellow}}
 
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{Key items color dark}}; background: #{{Key items color light}}; width:96px; height:96px" | [[File:Bicycle green XY.png|100px]]
===Sprites and models===
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{Key items color dark}}; background: #{{Key items color light}}; width:96px; height:96px" | [[File:Bicycle yellow XY.png|100px]]
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| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{Key items color dark}}; background: #{{Key items color light}} | [[File:Key Bicycle Sprite.png]]
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{Key items color dark}}; background: #{{Key items color light}} | {{bag|Bicycle Green}}{{bag|Bicycle Yellow}}
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{Key items color dark}}; background: #{{Key items color light}} | [[File:Bicycle green XY.png|100px]][[File:Bicycle yellow XY.png|100px]]
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| Bag sprite from<br>{{color2|000|Generation III|Generations III}}, {{color2|000|Generation IV|IV}}, and {{color2|000|Generation V|V}}
| Key Item sprite from<br>{{color2|000|Pokémon Black and White Versions|Black and White}}
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Bicycles are rarely seen in the {{pkmn|anime}}, since {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} are usually seen walking for their journeys. The only time bicycles are used is when it is necessary to use them, such as on [[Cycling Road]]s, or for a faster way to get somewhere.
Bicycles are rarely seen in the {{pkmn|anime}}, since {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} are usually seen walking for their journeys. The only time bicycles are used is when it is necessary to use them, such as on [[Cycling Road]]s, or for a faster way to get somewhere.


The first bicycle to appear was {{an|Misty}}'s bicycle in ''[[EP001|Pokémon - I Choose You!]]''. It was "borrowed" by Ash in order to escape from a flock of {{p|Spearow}}. The bike was then unintentionally destroyed when [[Ash's Pikachu]] released a {{m|Thunder Shock}} at the Spearow. Misty later re-obtained her bike from [[Nurse Joy]] in [[Viridian City]] in ''[[EP273|Gotta Catch Ya Later]]''.
The first bicycle to appear was {{an|Misty}}'s bicycle in ''[[EP001|Pokémon - I Choose You!]]''. It was "borrowed" by Ash in order to escape from a flock of {{p|Spearow}}. The bike was unintentionally destroyed when [[Ash's Pikachu]] released a {{m|Thunder Shock}} at the Spearow. Misty later re-obtained her bike from [[Nurse Joy]] in [[Viridian City]] in ''[[EP273|Gotta Catch Ya Later]]''.


The act of Pikachu destroying a female companion's bike became a {{cat|Anime running gags|running gag}} in the two following [[series]] of the anime: {{an|May}}'s bicycle was destroyed in ''[[AG001|Get the Show on the Road!]]'' and {{an|Dawn}}'s in ''[[DP002|Two Degrees of Separation]]''.
The act of Pikachu destroying a female companion's bike became a {{cat|Anime running gags|running gag}} in the two following [[series]] of the anime: {{an|May}}'s bicycle was destroyed in ''[[AG001|Get the Show on the Road!]]'' and {{an|Dawn}}'s in ''[[DP002|Two Degrees of Separation]]''.


Bicycles can be rented for use on Cycling Roads, as seen in ''[[EP036|The Bridge Bike Gang]]'' and ''[[DP038|One Big Happiny Family!]]''. Some characters do own bicycles, but are rarely seen using them. For example, {{an|Professor Oak}} used a bicycle in ''[[M02|The Power Of One]]'' to get to {{Delia}}'s house.
Bicycles can be rented for use on Cycling Roads, as seen in ''[[EP036|The Bridge Bike Gang]]'' and ''[[DP038|One Big Happiny Family!]]''. Some characters do own bicycles, but are rarely seen using them. For example, {{an|Professor Oak}} used a bicycle in ''[[M02|The Power Of One]]'' and ''[[JN137|The Road Most Traveled!]]'' to get to {{Delia}}'s house.


{{an|Barry}} was shown to have a bike in ''[[DP157|Gotta Get a Gible!]]''. He said he got it in [[Eterna City]] as part of a free bicycle distribution event. The bike was eventually devoured by a {{pkmn2|wild}} {{AP|Gible}}.
{{an|Barry}} was shown to have a bike in ''[[DP157|Gotta Get a Gible!]]''. He said he got it in [[Eterna City]] as part of a free bicycle distribution event. The bike was eventually devoured by a {{pkmn2|wild}} {{AP|Gible}}.
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===Pokémon Adventures===
===Pokémon Adventures===
===={{chap|Red, Green & Blue}}====
===={{MangaArc|Red, Green & Blue}}====
{{adv|Professor Oak}} used a bicycle to pursue the Pokémon that escaped from his {{TP|Professor Oak|Laboratory}} in ''[[PS002|Bulbasaur Come Home!]]''.
{{adv|Professor Oak}} used a bicycle to pursue the Pokémon that escaped from his {{TP|Professor Oak|Laboratory}} in ''[[PS002|Bulbasaur Come Home!]]''.


{{adv|Red}} participated in a cycling competition along [[Route]]s {{rtn|11|Kanto}} and {{rtn|12|Kanto}} in ''[[PS012|Wake Up—You're Snorlax!]]'', using a bicycle received in exchange for a coupon he had gotten from the [[Pokémon Fan Club Chairman]].
{{adv|Red}} participated in a cycling competition along [[Route]]s {{rtn|11|Kanto}} and {{rtn|12|Kanto}} in ''[[PS012|Wake Up—You're Snorlax!]]'', using a bicycle received in exchange for a coupon he had gotten from the [[Pokémon Fan Club Chairman]].


===={{chap|Gold, Silver & Crystal}}====
===={{MangaArc|Yellow}}====
In ''[[PS078|Victim of Venusaur]]'', Red rode his bicycle when arriving to help [[Lt. Surge]] and {{adv|Bill}} in their battle against [[Bruno]] on [[Cerise Island]].
 
===={{MangaArc|Gold, Silver & Crystal}}====
{{adv|Gold}} competed with [[Whitney]] in a bike race from [[Goldenrod City]] to the [[National Park]] in ''[[PS105|Smeargle Smudge]]'' and ''[[PS106|How Do You Do, Sudowoodo?]]''. Gold, however, altered his Bicycle into a push scooter.
{{adv|Gold}} competed with [[Whitney]] in a bike race from [[Goldenrod City]] to the [[National Park]] in ''[[PS105|Smeargle Smudge]]'' and ''[[PS106|How Do You Do, Sudowoodo?]]''. Gold, however, altered his Bicycle into a push scooter.


===={{chap|Diamond & Pearl}}====
===={{MangaArc|Diamond & Pearl}}====
{{adv|Diamond}}, {{adv|Pearl}}, and {{adv|Platinum}} received Bicycles from [[Rad Rickshaw]] as a sign of gratitude after his rescue from [[Team Galactic]] in ''[[PS347|Ring Around the Roserade II]]''. The trio would later use their new Bicycles to travel through the [[Sinnoh Route 206|Cycling Road]].
{{adv|Diamond}}, {{adv|Pearl}}, and {{adv|Platinum}} received Bicycles from [[Rad Rickshaw]] as a sign of gratitude after his rescue from [[Team Galactic]] in ''[[PS347|Ring Around the Roserade II]]''. The trio would later use their new Bicycles to travel through the [[Sinnoh Route 206|Cycling Road]]. Rad Rickshaw was also revealed to own a tandem bike in ''[[PS389|Cautious Clefairy]]''.


===Pokémon Zensho===
===Pokémon Zensho===
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{{main|Bicycle (Plasma Storm 117)}}
{{main|Bicycle (Plasma Storm 117)}}
The '''Bicycle''' was introduced as an {{TCG|Item card}} in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]] during the English Black & White Series (the Japanese BW Era). First released in the {{TCG|Cold Flare}} expansion, the Bicycle later debuted in the {{TCG|Plasma Storm}} expansion with both prints featuring an illustration by [[Toyste Beach]]. With the same effect as {{TCG ID|Neo Destiny|Mail from Bill|105}} from the {{TCG|Neo Destiny}} expansion, this {{TCG|Trainer card}} allows the player to draw cards until they have 4 cards in their hand.
The '''Bicycle''' was introduced as an {{TCG|Item card}} in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]] during the English Black & White Series (the Japanese BW Era). First released in the {{TCG|Cold Flare}} expansion, the Bicycle later debuted in the {{TCG|Plasma Storm}} expansion with both prints featuring an illustration by [[Toyste Beach]]. With the same effect as {{TCG ID|Neo Destiny|Mail from Bill|105}} from the {{TCG|Neo Destiny}} expansion, this {{TCG|Trainer card}} allows the player to draw cards until they have 4 cards in their hand.
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==In the magazines==
[[File:Bike - Pokémon Power.png|thumb|right|230px|Bicycle<br>(''[[Pokémon Power]]'' #1)]]
[[File:Bike Voucher - Pokémon Power.png|thumb|right|230px|Bike Voucher<br>(''Pokémon Power'' #2)]]
===''Pokémon Power''===
:''See also: [[Bike Voucher#Pokémon Power|Bike Voucher → Pokémon Power]]''
In ''{{OBP|Pokémon Power|magazine}}'' #1, there is an ad on page 3 for the bicycles sold at the Bike Shop in [[Cerulean City]]. This ad mentions that the bikes are new models, and that VIN numbers are posted at dealership. The article about Cerulean City on page 10 incorrectly indicates that the player will need to obtain the full {{PD}} 1000000 value to buy a Bicycle in {{game|Red and Blue|s}}, by displaying a game screenshot of the Bike Shop including this value and stating: ''"You'll need to win a lot of duels to earn enough money for a bicycle."''
In ''Pokémon Power'' #2, there is an ad stating that multiple [[Bike Voucher]]s have been distributed, which can be exchanged for '98 model bikes because the store is making room for new models. The article about [[Vermilion City]] on page 6 explains how to obtain and use the Bike Voucher in Pokémon Red and Blue.
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* In the [[Pokémon Gold and Silver beta|beta version]] of {{2v2|Gold|Silver}}, a skateboard was planned to complement the Bicycle.
* In the [[Pokémon Gold and Silver beta|beta version]] of {{2v2|Gold|Silver}}, a skateboard was planned to complement the Bicycle.
* The song ''[[Pokémon HeartGold & Pokémon SoulSilver: Super Music Collection|Bicycle]]'' (Japanese: {{tt|じてんしゃ|Jitensha}}) from [[Generation II]] and {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}} is a remix of the song ''[[Pokémon HeartGold & Pokémon SoulSilver: Super Music Collection|Goldenrod City]]'' (Japanese: {{tt|コガネシティ|Kogane Shiti}}). Furthermore, the song ''[[Pokémon HeartGold & Pokémon SoulSilver: Super Music Collection|Bug-Catching Contest]]'' (Japanese: {{tt|むしとりたいかい|Neshitori Taikai}}) from these games remixes parts of the song ''[[Game Boy: Entire Pokémon Sounds Collection CD|Cycling]]'' (Japanese: {{tt|サイクリング|Saikuringu}}) from [[Generation I]].
* The song ''[[Pokémon HeartGold & Pokémon SoulSilver: Super Music Collection|Bicycle]]'' (Japanese: {{tt|じてんしゃ|Jitensha}}) from [[Generation II]] and {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}} is a remix of the song ''[[Pokémon HeartGold & Pokémon SoulSilver: Super Music Collection|Goldenrod City]]'' (Japanese: {{tt|コガネシティ|Kogane Shiti}}). Furthermore, the song ''[[Pokémon HeartGold & Pokémon SoulSilver: Super Music Collection|Bug-Catching Contest]]'' (Japanese: {{tt|むしとりたいかい|Neshitori Taikai}}) from these games remixes parts of the song ''[[Game Boy: Entire Pokémon Sounds Collection CD|Cycling]]'' (Japanese: {{tt|サイクリング|Saikuringu}}) from [[Generation I]].
* Like all key items from Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire, the Mach Bike and Acro Bike are present in the internal data of Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen, but are [[List of unobtainable items|unused]]. If the player obtains one (i.e. via [[cheating]]), they both function like the regular Bicycle.
* Like all key items from Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen, the regular Bicycle is present in the internal data of Pokémon Emerald, but is unused. If attempted to be used, it has no effect.
* In {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}, when the player attempts to enter the [[Kanto Route 17|Cycling Road]], the game does not check if the Bicycle is present in the Bag; instead, it specifically checks for the event flag indicating that player has obtained the Bicycle from [[Miracle Cycle]]. However, this makes no difference in regular gameplay, because the Bicycle (like any other [[Key Item]] in these games) is unable to be deposited in the [[PC]], sold, or thrown away, so it remains indefinitely in the [[Bag]] after the player has obtained it.
* In {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}, when the player attempts to enter the [[Kanto Route 17|Cycling Road]], the game does not check if the Bicycle is present in the Bag; instead, it specifically checks for the event flag indicating that player has obtained the Bicycle from [[Miracle Cycle]]. However, this makes no difference in regular gameplay, because the Bicycle (like any other [[Key Item]] in these games) is unable to be deposited in the [[PC]], sold, or thrown away, so it remains indefinitely in the [[Bag]] after the player has obtained it.
* In [[Generation V]], if the player runs or holds down the B Button, [[Non-player character|NPCs]] with bicycles will go faster.
* In [[Generation V]], if the player runs or holds down the B Button, [[Non-player character|NPCs]] with bicycles will go faster.
* In [[Generation VI]], the light of the bicycle is turned on at [[night]], but not in [[cave]]s.
* In [[Generation VI]], the light of the bicycle is turned on at [[night]], but not in [[cave]]s.
* Despite the typical Bicycle not making an appearance in the [[core series]] since {{g|X and Y}}, in {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}} the Bicycle's English name was reformatted to '''Bike''' in its [[List of items by index number (Generation VI)|internal data]], and has remained that way ever since.
* In the internal data of {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}, the Bicycle was renamed "Bike" in English, despite the item being unused in those games. This rename was carried forward in all subsequent games (despite the item being unused). This updated name was used for the first time in {{g|Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl}}, where the item was once again obtainable.
* In {{g|Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl}}, the player's Cycling Style outfit will only appear in battle if they're battling on the {{rt|206|Sinnoh|Cycling Road}}. In other locations, they will appear in their Everyday Style clothes even if they were riding a bicycle before initiating a battle.
* In the end credits of Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, the player always rides a green (if boy) or yellow (if girl) bicycle, regardless of the color they chose.


==In other languages==
==In other languages==
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==See also==
==See also==
* [[List of Key Items in Generation I]]
* [[List of Key Items (Generation I)]]
* [[List of Key Items in Generation II]]
* [[List of Key Items (Generation II)]]
* [[List of Key Items in Generation III]]
* [[List of Key Items (Generation III)]]
* [[List of Key Items in Generation IV]]
* [[List of Key Items (Generation IV)]]
* [[List of Key Items in Generation V]]
* [[List of Key Items (Generation V)]]
* [[List of Key Items in Generation VI]]
* [[List of Key Items (Generation VI)]]
* [[List of Key Items (Generation VIII)]]


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Latest revision as of 23:18, 9 April 2024

This article is about the Key Item named Bicycle. For the bicycle models available in the Hoenn games, see Mach Bike and Acro Bike. For the bicycle model available in the Galar games, see Rotom Bike.
Bicycle
じてんしゃ
Bicycle
Bag Bicycle Sprite.pngBag Bicycle VI Sprite.png
Bicycle
Art of Red on a bike from Generation I
Introduced in Generation I
Pocket
Generation I Bag Key items pocket icon.png Key items
Generation II Bag Key items pocket icon.png Key items
Generation III Bag Key items pocket icon.png Key items (FRLGE)
Generation IV Bag Key items pocket icon.png Key items
Generation V Bag Key items pocket icon.png Key items
Generation VI Bag Key items pocket icon.png Key items
Generation VII Bag Key items pocket icon.png Key items
Generation VIII Bag Key items pocket icon.png Key items (BDSP)

A Bicycle (Japanese: じてんしゃ Bicycle) is a Key Item obtained in the games to facilitate faster movement. They are usually obtained from Bicycle Shops.

In the core series games

Price

Games Cost Sell price
RBY/RGBY
GSC
FRLGE
DPPtHGSS
BWB2W2
XYORAS
SMUSUM
BDSP		 N/A N/A

Effect

The Bicycle allows for faster traveling than walking, running, or skating. If the player is already riding the Bicycle, using this item causes the player to resume walking.

It also allows the player to travel on Cycling Roads: on Route 16 to 18 in Kanto, the Seaside Cycling Road on Route 110 in Hoenn, and on Route 206 in Sinnoh.

The Bicycle cannot be ridden inside buildings or if the player is accompanied by another person. In Pokémon Yellow and Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver, the player's walking Pokémon returns to its Poké Ball while the player is cycling.

In Generation IV, Bicycle's movement value in context of determining encounters is 70. This is higher than other types of movement, except for long grass (in Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum, long grass value is the same as riding a bicycle, while in Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver it is 60 while walking and 80 while running)

Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Brilliant Diamond, and Shining Pearl

In these games, the Bicycle has two different gears: third and fourth gear. The player can switch between them by pressing the B button. Fourth gear is faster and allows the player to ride up muddy slopes and jump two tiles from bike ramps. Third gear is slower and only jumps one tile from ramps, but cannot ride up muddy slopes.

In Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, the player can choose between a red, blue, green, or yellow bicycle. Additionally, the player will wear the Cycling Style outfit while riding the bicycle and battling at the Cycling Road.

In Pokémon Diamond and Pearl only, bikes cannot be ridden in snow or inside gates.

Pokémon X and Y

The player can move in any direction using the Nintendo 3DS's Circle Pad. The player has a choice between a green and yellow Bicycle when they obtain it. They cannot switch bikes once they pick one, but both Bicycles are functionally identical.

Glitches

Pokémon Red, Blue, and Yellow

Due to a glitch, if the player saves at the Cycling Road and creates a new game, it will not be possible to use the Bicycle (or Surf outside of battle) anywhere in the new game until the player does any of these things for the first time: blacks out (either in battle or the overworld), uses Dig, Teleport, or Fly outside of battle, uses an Escape Rope, or enters and leaves the Cycling Road.

Description

Games Description
Stad Lets you travel twice as fast as walking.
GSC A collapsible bike for fast movement.
FRLG A folding bicycle that allows faster movement than the Running Shoes.
E A folding bicycle that is faster than the Running Shoes.
DPPtHGSS
BWB2W2 		A folding Bicycle that enables much faster movement than the Running Shoes.
XY A folding Bicycle that enables a rider to get around much faster than a pair of Running Shoes will allow.
ORAS
SMUSUMPE 		A folding Bike that enables a rider to get around much faster than with Running Shoes.
SwShBDSP A folding bike that enables a rider to get around much faster than with Running Shoes.

Acquisition

Games Method
RBY/RGBY Bike Shop (from the owner in exchange for the Bike Voucher)
GSC Goldenrod City Bike Shop (from the owner)
FRLG Bike Shop (from the owner in exchange for the Bike Voucher)
DPPt Rad Rickshaw's Cycle Shop (from Rad Rickshaw after saving him from Team Galactic)
HGSS Goldenrod City Bike Shop (from the owner)
BW Nimbasa City (from the Day-Care Man after defeating the Team Plasma Grunts)
B2W2 Castelia City (from a Harlequin near Prime Pier)
XY Cyllage City Bicycle Shop (from the owner; choice between green and yellow)
BDSP Rad Rickshaw's Cycle Shop (from Rad Rickshaw after saving him from Team Galactic; choice between blue, red, yellow and green)

Similar equipment

Mach and Acro Bikes

In Pokémon Ruby, Sapphire, and Emerald, Omega Ruby, and Alpha Sapphire, there are two different models of Bicycle: Mach Bike (which is faster than the regular Bicycle) and the Acro Bike (which is the same speed as the regular Bicycle, but can also be used to perform tricks). Both bicycles allow the player to reach places they otherwise could not.

In Generation III, the player cannot have both at the same time. They can switch models at Rydel's Cycles.

In Generation VI, the player initially needs to switch models at Rydel's Cycles as well. However, the player will be able to keep both the Mach Bike and Acro Bike together in their Bag, after the player advertises the Rydel's Cycles to three NPCs:

Rotom Bike

In Pokémon Sword and Shield, the player receives the Rotom Bike. The Rotom Bike can occasionally dash to move at high speeds for short periods of time. After being upgraded with Water Mode, it can also travel on water.

Ride Pokémon

In Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon, several Ride Pokémon take over the role of transporting the player across the land at higher speeds, such as Tauros Charge.

In Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!, the player can ride on certain walking Pokémon. Cycling Road is replaced by Pokémon Road, where Trainers are encouaged to walk with their Pokémon.

In Pokémon Legends: Arceus, the player can use some Ride Pokémon to travel faster than on foot, such as Wyrdeer.

In Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, the player can ride on the partner KoraidonS/MiraidonV after they begin their Treasure Hunt.

Gallery

Artwork

RG Bicycle.png Register Bicycle Red Sprite.pngRegister Bicycle Blue Sprite.pngRegister Bicycle Green Sprite.pngRegister Bicycle Yellow Sprite.png
Artwork from
Red and Green 		Artwork from
Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl

Sprites and models

Bicycle Key Bicycle Sprite.png Bicycle GreenBicycle Yellow Bicycle green XY.pngBicycle yellow XY.png
Bag sprite from
FireRed and LeafGreen 		Key Item sprite from
Black and White 		Bag sprites from
X and Y 		Models from
X and Y

In the anime

Main series

Dawn's bike before it was destroyed
Ash, Dawn, and Brock riding rented bikes

Bicycles are rarely seen in the anime, since Ash and his friends are usually seen walking for their journeys. The only time bicycles are used is when it is necessary to use them, such as on Cycling Roads, or for a faster way to get somewhere.

The first bicycle to appear was Misty's bicycle in Pokémon - I Choose You!. It was "borrowed" by Ash in order to escape from a flock of Spearow. The bike was unintentionally destroyed when Ash's Pikachu released a Thunder Shock at the Spearow. Misty later re-obtained her bike from Nurse Joy in Viridian City in Gotta Catch Ya Later.

The act of Pikachu destroying a female companion's bike became a running gag in the two following series of the anime: May's bicycle was destroyed in Get the Show on the Road! and Dawn's in Two Degrees of Separation.

Bicycles can be rented for use on Cycling Roads, as seen in The Bridge Bike Gang and One Big Happiny Family!. Some characters do own bicycles, but are rarely seen using them. For example, Professor Oak used a bicycle in The Power Of One and The Road Most Traveled! to get to Delia's house.

Barry was shown to have a bike in Gotta Get a Gible!. He said he got it in Eterna City as part of a free bicycle distribution event. The bike was eventually devoured by a wild Gible.

In The Bridge Bike Gang, Chopper's bike bears a resemblance to Zapdos.

Mallow's bike appeared in Lillie's Egg-xhilarating Challenge!.

  • Misty's destroyed bicycle

    Misty's destroyed bicycle

  • May's destroyed bicycle

    May's destroyed bicycle

  • Dawn's destroyed bicycle

    Dawn's destroyed bicycle

Pokémon Origins

Red's bicycle in Pokémon Origins

Red commonly used a bicycle to move around in Pokémon Origins. He was seen obtaining it at the beginning of File 2: Cubone, getting it in return for a Bike Voucher he had obtained from the Pokémon Fan Club Chairman.

In the manga

A Bicycle in Pokémon Zensho

The Electric Tale of Pikachu

In Play Misty For Me, it was revealed that Misty's Bicycle, which, like in the anime, had been accidentally destroyed by Ash's Pikachu, was custom-built and worth $10,000.

Pokémon Adventures

Red, Green & Blue arc

Professor Oak used a bicycle to pursue the Pokémon that escaped from his Laboratory in Bulbasaur Come Home!.

Red participated in a cycling competition along Routes 11 and 12 in Wake Up—You're Snorlax!, using a bicycle received in exchange for a coupon he had gotten from the Pokémon Fan Club Chairman.

Yellow arc

In Victim of Venusaur, Red rode his bicycle when arriving to help Lt. Surge and Bill in their battle against Bruno on Cerise Island.

Gold, Silver & Crystal arc

Gold competed with Whitney in a bike race from Goldenrod City to the National Park in Smeargle Smudge and How Do You Do, Sudowoodo?. Gold, however, altered his Bicycle into a push scooter.

Diamond & Pearl arc

Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum received Bicycles from Rad Rickshaw as a sign of gratitude after his rescue from Team Galactic in Ring Around the Roserade II. The trio would later use their new Bicycles to travel through the Cycling Road. Rad Rickshaw was also revealed to own a tandem bike in Cautious Clefairy.

Pokémon Zensho

A Bicycle was seen inside the Miracle Cycle shop in Cerulean City.

Pokémon Newspaper Strip

In Strip 14, Delia mentioned that Ash has a bicycle.

In the TCG

Bicycle
Main article: Bicycle (Plasma Storm 117)

The Bicycle was introduced as an Item card in the Pokémon Trading Card Game during the English Black & White Series (the Japanese BW Era). First released in the Cold Flare expansion, the Bicycle later debuted in the Plasma Storm expansion with both prints featuring an illustration by Toyste Beach. With the same effect as Mail from Bill from the Neo Destiny expansion, this Trainer card allows the player to draw cards until they have 4 cards in their hand.

In the magazines

Bicycle
(Pokémon Power #1)
Bike Voucher
(Pokémon Power #2)

Pokémon Power

See also: Bike Voucher → Pokémon Power

In Pokémon Power #1, there is an ad on page 3 for the bicycles sold at the Bike Shop in Cerulean City. This ad mentions that the bikes are new models, and that VIN numbers are posted at dealership. The article about Cerulean City on page 10 incorrectly indicates that the player will need to obtain the full $ 1000000 value to buy a Bicycle in Pokémon Red and Blue, by displaying a game screenshot of the Bike Shop including this value and stating: "You'll need to win a lot of duels to earn enough money for a bicycle."

In Pokémon Power #2, there is an ad stating that multiple Bike Vouchers have been distributed, which can be exchanged for '98 model bikes because the store is making room for new models. The article about Vermilion City on page 6 explains how to obtain and use the Bike Voucher in Pokémon Red and Blue.

Trivia

  • In the beta version of Gold and Silver, a skateboard was planned to complement the Bicycle.
  • The song Bicycle (Japanese: じてんしゃ) from Generation II and HeartGold and SoulSilver is a remix of the song Goldenrod City (Japanese: コガネシティ). Furthermore, the song Bug-Catching Contest (Japanese: むしとりたいかい) from these games remixes parts of the song Cycling (Japanese: サイクリング) from Generation I.
  • Like all key items from Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire, the Mach Bike and Acro Bike are present in the internal data of Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen, but are unused. If the player obtains one (i.e. via cheating), they both function like the regular Bicycle.
  • Like all key items from Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen, the regular Bicycle is present in the internal data of Pokémon Emerald, but is unused. If attempted to be used, it has no effect.
  • In Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen, when the player attempts to enter the Cycling Road, the game does not check if the Bicycle is present in the Bag; instead, it specifically checks for the event flag indicating that player has obtained the Bicycle from Miracle Cycle. However, this makes no difference in regular gameplay, because the Bicycle (like any other Key Item in these games) is unable to be deposited in the PC, sold, or thrown away, so it remains indefinitely in the Bag after the player has obtained it.
  • In Generation V, if the player runs or holds down the B Button, NPCs with bicycles will go faster.
  • In Generation VI, the light of the bicycle is turned on at night, but not in caves.
  • In the internal data of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, the Bicycle was renamed "Bike" in English, despite the item being unused in those games. This rename was carried forward in all subsequent games (despite the item being unused). This updated name was used for the first time in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, where the item was once again obtainable.
  • In Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, the player's Cycling Style outfit will only appear in battle if they're battling on the Cycling Road. In other locations, they will appear in their Everyday Style clothes even if they were riding a bicycle before initiating a battle.
  • In the end credits of Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, the player always rides a green (if boy) or yellow (if girl) bicycle, regardless of the color they chose.

In other languages

Language Title
Chinese Cantonese 自行車Jihhàhngchē
腳踏車 Geukdaahpchē
Mandarin 自行車 / 自行车 Zìxíngchē
腳踏車 / 脚踏车 Jiǎotàchē
Denmark Flag.png Danish Cykel
Finland Flag.png Finnish Polkupyörä
France Flag.png French Bicyclette
Germany Flag.png German Fahrrad
Italy Flag.png Italian Bicicletta
South Korea Flag.png Korean 자전거 Jajeon-geo
Poland Flag.png Polish Rower
Portuguese Brazil Flag.png Brazil Bicicleta
Portugal Flag.png Portugal Bicicleta*
Spain Flag.png Spanish Bici
Bicicleta*
Sweden Flag.png Swedish Cykel
Vietnam Flag.png Vietnamese Xe đạp

See also


Bicycles
RG Bicycle.png Bicycle
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire Acro Bike.png Acro Bike
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire Mach Bike.png Mach Bike
Rotom Bike Rotom Bike


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