The Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) has a "Bikes on Buses" bicycle rack program on the Community Connection Routes 142 and 147. Commuter Express buses are also fitted with racks. Please call 213-808-2273 for more information.

The Bikes on Buses program is simple. Just pay your regular fare and you can load your bicycle in the rack on the front of the bus for free. All the bike racks have simple instructions posted on them. The bicycle racks are designed to hold each bicycle separately in place by a spring-loaded clamp. Bicycles won't rub, touch, or scratch other bicycles, the bus, or other vehicles. For further information about bikes on bus equipment, visit the Sportswork Home Page. For more information about bicycling in LA, visit the LADOT Bicycle Services site.

Safety Tips when using LADOT Bikes on Buses bicycle racks:

• Wait for the bus on the curb.
• Get the drivers attention before you load or unload your bike.
• Always load from the curbside of the street.
• Place your bike in the outside slot of the bike rack if empty.
• Be visible to the driver.
• Sit up front and keep an eye on your bike.
• Use the front door when exiting.
• Move the empty rack into the upright position.
• Do not lock your bike to the rack.
• Do not leave equipment on the bike.
• Immediately call 1(800) 684-5435 ext. 229 for lost or forgotten bikes. Be prepared to give the bus and route number, if possible.