Cycle Gear

Last verified: August 17, 2026

Return policy at a glance

United States
Return window
90 days
Free return shipping
No
Receipt required
Not specified
In store return for online orders
Yes
Refund processing time
24 hours for inspection; 2-10 additional business days for credit card posting
Restocking fee
Not specified

Cycle Gear allows returns within 90 days of purchase. You can return items in store at any of 170+ nationwide locations, by mail, or through FedEx drop-off. Items must be in original packaging, and return shipping is not free.

How returns work

You can return items through three methods. You may visit any Cycle Gear, RevZilla, or J&P Cycles store location. Alternatively, you can ship items by mail to the Cycle Gear warehouse in Louisville, Kentucky with a Return Authorization number. A third option is to use a FedEx Easy Returns Drop-Off location with a provided QR code. To initiate a return, log into your account, navigate to Order History, select the items and return reason, choose your shipping method, and print your Return Authorization form to include with your shipment.

Exclusions and restrictions

Cycle Gear does not accept returns on electronics with broken manufacturer seals, parts that have been installed or had installation attempted, opened tools or chemicals, or open box items with destroyed packaging. Helmets may be returned within 90 days only if they remain in the original helmet bag and box with all original paperwork and accessories included.

Refunds

Cycle Gear inspects returned items within 24 hours. After inspection, refunds are posted to your original payment method within 2 to 10 additional business days. If you made a wire transfer payment, refunds are issued as store credit.

Frequently asked questions

How long do I have to return an item?

You have 90 days from purchase to return most items. Helmets also have a 90-day return window but must meet specific packaging and documentation requirements.

Do I have to pay for return shipping?

Return shipping is not free. You can use a prepaid FedEx label for $9.99, or you may arrange your own return shipment with a carrier of your choice and pay that carrier directly.

Can I return something I bought online at a Cycle Gear store?

Yes. You can return online orders at any of the 170+ Cycle Gear, RevZilla, or J&P Cycles store locations nationwide.

What condition must items be in to return them?

Items must be in original packaging. Electronics, tools, and chemicals cannot be returned if their manufacturer seals have been broken. Parts cannot be returned if they have been installed or if installation was attempted. Open box items with destroyed packaging are not returnable.

When will I get my refund after I return an item?

Cycle Gear inspects your return within 24 hours. The refund is then posted to your original payment method within 2 to 10 additional business days. If you paid by wire transfer, your refund will be issued as store credit.

What do I need to do to start a return?

Log into your account and go to Order History. Select the items you want to return, choose the reason for each return, select your return shipping method, and print your Return Authorization form. Include the form with your shipment.

Can I exchange an item instead of returning it?

Cycle Gear does allow exchanges within 90 days. The exchange process starts the same way as a return: through your Order History, you select items and your shipping method.

How you can return an item

  • In store , Return at any of 170+ locations nationwide across Cycle Gear, RevZilla, or J&P Cycles
  • By mail , Ship to Cycle Gear warehouse in Louisville, KY with RA number
  • Carrier drop off , FedEx Easy Returns Drop-Off location using provided QR code ($9.99 fee, prepaid label option)

Step by step

  1. Log in to your account and navigate to Order History.
  2. Select the items to return and choose the reason for each return.
  3. Select your return shipping method and follow the instructions.
  4. Print your Return Authorization form and include it with your shipment.

Categories with their own return window

Category Window Note
Helmets 90 days Must be in original helmet bag, box, and include all original paperwork and accessories

What you cannot return

  • Electronics with broken manufacturer seal , Seal removal makes item non-returnable
  • Installed or attempted installed parts , Installation or attempted installation makes part non-returnable
  • Opened tools or chemicals , Opened or seal broken makes item non-returnable
  • Open box items with destroyed packaging , Destroyed packaging makes item non-returnable

How your refund comes back

You paid with Refund comes back as
Wire transfer Store credit

What the policy actually says

Every figure above is taken word for word from the retailer page. Here are the exact lines.

Field Quoted from the retailer
Return window days You can return any new, unused and unaltered item within 90 days of delivery of your item.
Exchange window days You have 90 days from the day the RA is issued to return your merchandise
Free return shipping You are responsible for all shipping costs associated with getting your order back to a Cycle Gear warehouse.
Return shipping fee For customers in the contiguous 48 U.S. States we provide the option of using a prepaid FedEx shipping label which you can print out yourself, or bring to a FedEx Easy Returns Drop-Off location using our provided QR Code. Both options incur the same fee of $9.99, which will be deducted from your total refund amount once the return has been processed.
Original packaging required Returned products must be in new, unused condition and include the original box and/or packaging with all tags included.
Refund processing days Once your return is received and inspected by Cycle Gear (usually within 24 hours of receipt), your refund will be processed and a credit will be applied to your credit card or original payment method. Please note that depending on your credit card company, it may take an additional 2-10 business days after your credit is applied for it to be posted to your account.
In store return for online Return your gear and parts in-store at any of our 170+ locations nationwide — Cycle Gear, RevZilla, or J&P Cycles.

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