Illustrated Bicycle Vocabulary

Fifteen common words used to describe parts of a bicycle. You can download this image as an A4/A3 wall poster from our free ESL posters page.

Vocabulary in context

• chain: The bike chain moves whenever I start pedaling.
• gears: As the ground became flatter, I changed gears.
• tyre/tire: Both my tyres need more air.
• brake: I used the brake to stop the bike.
• reflector: I was able to see the cyclist because of his reflector.
• saddle: The saddle on my bike was too high, so I got James to lower it.
• crossbar: I put my leg over the crossbar and started to pedal.
• pump: I used the pump to put air in my tyres.
• bell: I ring the bell to let people know I’m behind them.
• brake lever: I wanted to stop, so I pressed the brake lever.
• handlebars: I put my hands on the handlebars and started to cycle.
• spokes: The wheels were turning so quickly that I couldn’t see the spokes clearly.
• valve: The valve on the bike regulates the air coming in and out of the tyres.
• stand: The bike will fall over if you don’t put down the stand.
• pedal: I put my feet on the pedals and started to cycle.