Fold it and Ride it

Good news for bike enthusiasts! LTA's six month trial to bring foldable bicycles on trains and buses has begun.

During the trial period from 24 May to 24 November 2008, foldable bicycles will be permitted on MRT / LRT trains every weekday during off-peak hours, and all day on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays. From 24 May to 24 August 2008, foldable bicycles will also be permitted on SBST and SMRT buses all day on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays. The trial on buses will be reviewed after the first three months.

There is even have a spot for you to test if your bicycle fits the 114cm by 64cm by 36cm dimensions allowed. There is one at Kovan station on the NEL.

According to Mr. Brown, Dahon MuP24 fits just fine. Others chose to ride on Strida bikes.

Refer to this LTA link for more details http://app.lta.gov.sg/corp_press_content.asp?start=1933