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Why BikeRegister Is the Missing Layer in Your Security
By Martin Brown |
When it comes to protecting your e-bike, good locks are essential - but even the best locks aren’t completely thief-proof. Thieves can be determined, and with high-value e-bike batteries and components, your bike could still be at risk.
That’s why we've teamed up with BikeRegister - the UK’s national cycle database - which is the crucial identification your e-bike needs. It’s trusted by police forces across the country to identify stolen bikes quickly, making recovery easier and helping get your bike back where it belongs.
Why Locks Alone Aren’t Enough
Locking your e-bike securely is your first line of defence. Heavy-duty D-locks, chain locks, and folding locks all make it harder for thieves to get away with your bike. But experienced thieves can still break locks, which is why you need a layered approach to security - and that’s where BikeRegister comes in.
BikeRegister - Identifying Your E-Bike
BikeRegister is the UK’s only national bicycle registration and marking scheme, used and trusted by every police force.
By registering your bike’s details for free - including make, model, and frame number -and adding a tamper-proof sticker or permanent marking kit, you give your e-bike a digital and physical ID.
If your bike is stolen and recovered, police can quickly scan the QR code or check the database to confirm ownership and return your bike to you. And visible BikeRegister stickers act as a deterrent, making thieves think twice before targeting your bike.
Stolen Bike Recovered in Just 7 Hours
A recent case in Northamptonshire is real-life proof showing just how effective BikeRegister can be.
When PCSO Dan Freeman was called to investigate a bike found abandoned in a front garden, he noticed a BikeRegister sticker on the frame. Using the BikeRegister app, he scanned the QR code and instantly saw the bike had been reported stolen earlier that day.
The theft was reported at 2:10 PM. By 9:15 PM, the bike was located. Within ten minutes, the owner was contacted and arrangements were made to reunite them with their bike.
From theft to recovery in just seven hours - proof that registering your e-bike can make all the difference.
How to Register Your E-Bike?
Registering your e-bike on BikeRegister is free, quick, and easy.
Simply enter your bike’s details online and add photos if you can. For extra protection, consider purchasing a permanent marking kit.
E-Bikeshop has teamed up with BikeRegister to offer the Membership Plus Security Kit for a 30% saving on the kit, making it just a £8.99 one-off price to purchase. This includes a Lifetime Membership to The Bike Register along with a Unique Tamper-Resistant QR Barcode Security Label.
Don’t wait until it’s too late - give your e-bike the ID card it deserves, and add that essential layer to your security today. Register your bike for free now at BikeRegister.com
