They whizz past pedestrians on the streets of every town and city in Greater Manchester, day in, day out.

Food delivery cyclists perform a task that millions of hungry customers have now come to rely on as regularly as taxis.

Most deliver takeaways and groceries ordered through one of the three main players in the industry - Deliveroo, Just Eat and Uber Eats.

The nature of the gig economy incentivises swift, regular work. Self-employed riders are paid for each delivery they make through one of the major companies. Those couriers who are busier rake in more cash.

Against that backdrop, it's no surprise that some delivery riders look for a boost to help them travel faster between jobs.

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