# How to unlock a bike
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#### Install Lyft or Bay Wheels App
Use the Lyft or Bay Wheels app to find nearby bikes and stations, purchase rides, receive important ride notifications, and more.

- Download the Lyft app for [Apple](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lyft/id529379082) or [Android](https://play.google.com/store/apps/dev?id=6629245766506578153&hl=en_US)
- Download the Bay Wheels app for [Apple](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/bay-wheels/id1233398899) or [Android](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.motivateco.gobike&hl=en_US)

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#### Unlocking with an app
- Click on “Scan to Unlock”, and scan the QR code located on the rear tire.

- For other options, please consider:
    Ebike - Enter the chainstay number (the numbers on the bar along the middle of the rear tire).
    Classic - Enter the 5-digit code into the dock to unlock your bike. 
- Once you see the green light - the bike is unlocked. 
- Enjoy the ride!

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#### Link your Bay Wheels membership
- Download or open the latest version of the Lyft app for Apple or Android
- Open the menu and tap your profile
- Tap the Bikeshare Account option under the Linked Accounts section
- Tap Bay Wheels and enter your Bay Wheels membership email and password
- Happy Riding!

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#### With your Clipper Card
- Did you know you can use a Clipper card to take out bikes?
- Learn more here on how to link your accounts
__[CLIPPER CARD](/bikes/bay-wheels/clipper-card) __

Learn how to unlock a Bay Wheels bike using an app or your Clipper Card and take a ride today.

How To Unlock a Bike | Bay Wheels | Lyft

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