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This means downhill sections of the ride may be faster, and uphill sections slower. 1  Easy: Under 10 mph. 2  Leisurely: 10-12 mph. 3  Steady: 12-14 mph.  Moderate: 14-16 1  mph. Brisk: 16-18 2  mph. Vigorous: 18- 20 3  mph. Strenuous: 20-22  mph. Super Strenuous: 22+ mph.
The Average Bike Riding Speed. The average road bike speed is between 11 and 12 mph. Bike riding speeds vary widely depending on your riding conditions. When you are zooming down a paved hill, your speed may increase to over 20 mph, while you may slow to only a few miles per hour when you are climbing a steep or rocky grade.