Bike and scooter checklist for UT Austin

Five decisions before your first ride

UT Parking and Transportation publishes separate rules for bicycles, scooter parking and long-term bike storage. Check the route and rack nearest your building.

• Register what you ownUT requires bike and scooter registration on campus and offers it free. Find the manufacturer’s serial number and save it with a photo before you register.
• Pick a place to parkUse a rack for a bicycle. Scooters go at a rack or designated scooter area. Keep ramps, doors and sidewalks clear, and follow posted dismount rules.
• Compare a rack with covered storageA locker is $88 per year plus a $75 refundable key deposit. Check availability and key-return terms before renting. UT also lists an indoor bike room at East Campus Garage.
• Try a rental before buyingThe Orange Bike Project lists $5 daily, $10 weekend, $15 weekly and $50 semester rentals. The shop is on the lowest level of 27th Street Garage.
• Know where to fix a flatUse UT’s bike tools and supplies page to check pump and repair resources. If the bike needs more than a quick adjustment, check Orange Bike Project repair hours.

Walk the route once before relying on it

Find where you need to dismount and where you can leave the bike at each class. Add a place to store it at home. Check CapMetro if you need a backup ride.