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We've prepared this video to give you some hints and tips about bike security and the
steps you can take to prevent your bike from being stolen.
When leaving your bike locked up in the street, try to use a proper bike rack. These are designed
to support your bike and offer multiple fixing points. They also tend to be located in areas
with good natural surveillance and CCTV coverage.
Don't be tempted to use railings, bollards or signposts that can easily be cut through
or where your bike can be lifted clear. Always use a good quality lock Look to spend
around 10% of the value of your bike on locks and look for the Sold Secure logo which shows
that the locks have been tested. If possible use two locks to secure the frame
and each wheel. Try to use two different types of lock to make it more difficult for the
thief who may only be carrying the tools to break one particular type of lock. For example,
a D-lock and a strong chain make a good combination. If you are only using a single lock, then
look to replace any quick release skewers with security versions, otherwise it is easy
to steal an unsecured wheel. Alternatively, you can use a single D-lock with an extender
chain that secures the front wheel. When locking the bike, make sure that you
pass the lock through the wheel and frame and secure it to the bike stand. Try to fill
as much of the space within the lock as you can and keep the lock off the ground � this
helps to make it as difficult as possible to steal the bike.
Finally, we advise everyone to register their bikes on a secure national database, such
as BikeRegister.com. You will need to know the make and model of your bike and the bike's
unique serial number, which is generally found under the bottom bracket.
Registering your bike means that it is easy for the police to return bikes if stolen and
recovered. Also having a sticker on the bike to say that it is registered can deter would-be
thieves.