Having a bike stolen could be very upsetting. Bikes are a big investment and we have an emotional connection with our bikes, so they need to be protected. Locking your bike and reporting the theft to the authorities are two methods of securing your bike when leaving it alone at a destination. However, having your bicycle locked doesn’t mean it can’t be stolen as thieves can cut through some locks and reporting a stolen bike to the police seldom leads to a recovery. The purpose of this article is to provide some information on how best to secure your bike when you need to leave it unattended. Electric bicycles are becoming very popular and are especially vulnerable to theft due to the increased investment and resale value of the bike and or its parts. Therefore we are targeting electric bikes in two of the discussions below.
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Bike Locks Whenever you leave your bike unattended it is wise to use a bike lock. The challenge is to select the bike lock that best fits your needs. A large selection of locks are available, and the price range varies widely. "CNN Underscored" is the name of a team of editors who work independently from the CNN newsroom. They have reviewed and recommended the best bike locks in 2024 and have published their findings on the site listed below. The list is detailed and very informative. Please take a look at this site if you are shopping for a lock. |
Preventing an E-Bike Theft
Below is an 8 step protocol that a rider can take to secure their bikes. The information comes from the website Discerning Cyclist. The link to that site is posted below the list and we encourage the reader to follow that link for a more detailed description of each suggestion.
1. Use Two Locks Instead Of One
2. Know How to Lock Your Bike
3. Know Where to Lock Your Bike
4. Secure Your Accessories
5.Insure Your E-Bike
6.Track Your E-Bike
7. Personalize Your Bicycle
8. Know What Thieves Look For
In conclusion let's take a look at how modern technology may assist us in keeping our bikes safe! |
