Bellitte Bicycles

The best. In the past several years I have purchased four bicycles from them including a mountain and road bike for me and bikes for my children. Their prices are very fair but the more important thing is that they make you feel like you are their only customer and treat you that way. They are very patient and answer every question you have and do their best to make sure you understand everything before purchasing anything. They also make sure you are purchasing what is best for you and not is best for their bottom line. I have recommended them to others and everyone feels the same about them. I will only consider them for all of my cycling needs and will only recommend them when other inquire where to go for cycling items

Chain broke on son’s first day at college in a new city. Luckily I was still in town so I drove the bike to Bellitte Bicycles. It was fixed in less than 30 minutes for under $ 20. Very accommodating, reasonable and really know what they are doing. This will be my son’s go to place for his current transportation. Thanks to the good folks at Bellitte for giving «peace of mind» to a mom!

The mechanic who serviced my bike – forgot his name, speaks Spanish – is a master technician. He knew things, like slightly tilting my new Serfas saddle will lead to fatigue when riding long distances and how to adjust a poorly installed Pletscher rear bike rack (by another so-​called «vintage» bike technician), etc. He seemed a little inattentive and unfocused at first, but when I tipped him, that seemed to have gotten his attention. And I don’t mind tipping a master mechanic to do the job well. While the Serfas saddle I demo’ed didn’t work out, their great saddle return policy meant that I could return the saddle in 24 hours if it doesn’t fit. I did and was able to find another one that works.

Awsome Crew! Great Selection of Bikes and affordable! Thanks Guys

Places like this, is why I love NY. This bike shop has been around since 1918 and still going strong! Great selection, great repairs, great service! Love this place, and I feel so lucky this place is so close to home. Even if it’s a bit of a trip for you, you should still check out this place! They will treat you right, there in it for the long haul!

Second time here. Came by with my fun sized bike to get the seat height adjusted and replaced with my spider man seat: D I also got the sucky brake fixed. Itsa free fiddy bike from craigslist so $ 7 for the service and an Allen tool thingy seemed alright.
They know what they’re doing and the staff seems fun. I was surprised a kid worked on my bike. I guess it gives them some work experiences. Reminds me when I used to work at my dad’s place :’)
When I was here the first time, the cost to fix my old bike was not worth it. They’ll give you honest estimates.
I recommend this place as I don’t have any other bike shop to compare it to haha

My parents would ONLY get bikes from Bellitte when I was a kid. As an adult, I know why.
I went yesterday, having trouble with my gears. Matt quickly acknowledged me, even though they had lots of customers.
A quick diagnosis and recommended repair and options followed.
While waiting, I took a look around as I have been thinking of upgrading and guess what? They have layaway!!!
Layaway! Who does that? I’ll tell you: companies who serve a community where folks may not want to spend $ 5 – 1500 at a clip, or put that on a credit card.
I’ll Unilocal again when I’m riding out on my new bike in a few weeks.

I’ve had a Schwinn Crosscut hybrid bike since 1991. It started having a problem in 2004 and the shop at which I had purchased the bike, Buddy’s on Parsons Blvd, couldn’t fix it — but was happy to charge me every time I brought it in for them to try. Eventually I gave up trying to fix the problem and the bike became a clothing rack in my bedroom. In 2008, I got tired of not riding and having a bike in my bedroom that never moved so I thought I’d give Buddy’s one more shot to fix my bike. I brought it there and found them out of business. Good riddance! I looked up local bike shops and Bellitte was the closest to where I was living at the time so I brought my Schwinn there. The shop staff repaired my problem in 5 minutes and I’ve been riding the Schwinn ever since!
In early 2012 I was hit by a car while riding the Schwinn. I wasn’t seriously injured and the bike wasn’t wrecked but did take some damage. I brought it to Bellitte and Sal (one of the owners; he specialized in sales) suggested a few bits that needed to be replaced (cracked reflectors and other minor things) and asked me to leave it overnight so that the bike could be thoroughly checked (he wanted to be sure that the wheels were still true, the spokes hadn’t been damaged, the frame wasn’t bent, etc. to be sure it was safe to ride). I got a call from Sal later that same day telling me that they had repaired all the non-​cosmetic issues and that the bike would be ready for pickup the next day.
In late 2012 I purchased a used Sun EZ-​1 recumbent bicycle from CraigsList. I brought it to another local shop to be checked out and to have a few upgrades and replacements performed. That shop took three weeks to get the bike back to me and other than lubing the chain and installing some handlebar toys — which should have taken, at most and including the safety check, maybe 30 minutes — didn’t do anything I had put on the work order (replacement of rusty bolts, for example). That shop, which I won’t name, is a really good shop overall, I’ve used them satisfactorily in other cases; but I don’t think they liked having to service my «weird» bike which they didn’t sell to me. I paid them plenty to do it, too.
I’ve since been bringing my ‘bent to Bellitte and the staff there has been happy to service the bike and has done so to my satisfaction every time. I’ve been happy with both the results and the prices they’ve charged me. Complete bikes and parts at Bellitte can be expensive if you compare them to Amazon or other online prices but the service is really top notch and the prices for service are very low. My EZ-​1 has been serviced almost exclusively by Karl (one of the owners; he is the head mechanic) whom I have come to really trust with all the things I have trouble doing myself. Karl has also been very patient with my questions and I’ve appreciated being allowed into the back of the shop to watch him and the other guys work so I can learn a little bit.
The spring of 2014 I purchased a Dahon Speed D7 folding bike from Bellitte. Karl went out of his way to match the prevailing price and to customize the gearing for me. I could have spent less money buying the bike online, but not a lot less and I’m very happy to give Bellitte my business and have them ready to service the bike if needed.
Neighborhood: Another reviewer called it «sketchy» — what does this mean? It’s Jamaica, the shop is on Jamaica Avenue, it’s a high-​traffic busy area with everything from supermarkets to shoe stores. Parking can be a challenge but the shop has free parking in the back (it can be hard to find, just run inside for a moment and ask how to get to their parking area if you can’t find it yourself). It’s convenient to the subway, not too far from the LIRR, and it’s easy to cycle there and walk your bike in through the front door.
Prices: Bellitte’s prices for new bikes are comparable to other local bike shops. But if you go in there expecting to see Walmart or Toys-​R-​Us prices, you will be shocked. Heck, when I tell most people how much I paid for each of my bikes they think I’m crazy — and my bikes are not high-​end expensive bikes! The $ 100-​$ 200 you pay at a big box store gets you a bike that your kid might outgrow before it breaks, but otherwise you’re just throwing that money away. A good bike shop like Bellitte might even have some of the same bikes for sale but they will guide you to a bike that is right for you and, very importantly, it will be assembled by an expert mechanic and serviced properly whenever you bring it in to the shop. Compare this to a big box store experience where Jeff and Lester slap together bikes in the back room between cleaning the screens on the TVs and stocking the shelves with Nintendos; and the best you’re going to get if you bring your bike to the store is an offer for a refund. Try to remember that bikes aren’t just toys for kids and car substitutes for poor people. I have a car but I use my bike a lot more, including basic transportation!

Family owned and operated shop; super helpful in guiding me to the right bike and paid attention to every little detail, without being pushy in terms of extras (not an easy thing to pull off!). Overall really pleasant experience and would highly recommend. Found pricing to be very fair (better than MSRP on Trek’s website), and was surprised to hear that the $ 10 assembly fee covers any adjustments you might need for a year, plus your first tune up– gotta love a shop that stands behind their products! Plus with the Unilocal discount to boot, couldn’t be happier.

My experience here was quick and awesome. As soon as I stepped in I was offered help. The lady who helped me seemed rather young but extremely helpful. I was able to make my purchase in less than 20 minutes.

The guys at Bellitte are great, they are professional, friendly and quick in service. I will be back to buy my wife a bike. Very happy with their service. That is the kind of service that keeps a company in business for 100 years.

Great selection of bicycles for every age group. Very knowledgable service. I love coming to the place.

Great bikes, great prices, great family. My girls can’t wait for the season to begin.

Warm, knowledgable, fast service, great prices, AND a Unilocal deal! Sweeeeet.

Bellitte is an excellent shop that can do sophisticated repairs for a reasonable price. They repaired pedal threads on a used crank set for me and re-​aligned the steel fork on my road bike.

EXCELLENT EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE!!! They have so many bikes to choose from. So many accessories to buy for your new bike. Great prices.
These guys are very patient and help you with whatever questions you may have. You could be talking to them face to face or over the phone they’re just as nice and just as helpful.
They know their bikes and know what they’re talking about.
I would never go anywhere else to buy a bike or accessories for my bike.
Come here first if you decide you want to buy a bike.
You won’t be sorry.

Bellitte Bicycles has impressed me. I called before coming in to make sure the rim I needed was available; it was. The gentleman I spoke to was very helpful giving information on the price of the rim, as well of the prices of their installation services. Upon arrival at the establishment, I was promptly greeted and tended to. After assessment of my situation, I was efficiently quoted a price for parts and labor. In less than ten minutes, I was out of the shop with a new rim with tube and tire installed. I will definitely patronize this cycle shop again.

I purchased a Cannondale hybrid bike from Bellitte Bicycles last month and I had the best experience! The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable and helped me select a bike that is perfect for me. The customer service is on point! I love my hybrid… it’s very light which helps me to tackle the many many hills in my neighborhood. Bellitte Is now my bike store of choice.

Awesome place great people took my bike for service and cannot ask for a better experience everyone was so helpful even when you call on phone they speak to you and try to help you.
My bike was serviced and even used Unilocal coupon. Without any hassle or problem.
I would recommend them. And am now a new customer. Great place. Even greater people. Hard to find good people in any business these days.

Service is great. Workers are cool, knowledgable and helpful.
Prices are Average, but I prefer to buy everything from here.
Full bike tune up.$ 50 and worth it.