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How do you prevent damage and theft?","robotInstruction":{"noFollow":false,"noIndex":false}},"flexZone":{"flexComponents":[{"componentType":"sectionTitle","title":"Tip 1: Take care of your e-bike"},{"componentType":"paragraph","richBody":{"value":"<p>Take the right precautionary measures and use your (electric) bicycle ´with the proper care´. In this way, you will substantially limit the risks of damage or theft:</p><ul><li>An e-bike is faster than a normal bicycle. First practice with it carefully before engaging in any daredevil manoeuvres.</li><li>Make sure that the bike is well-maintained. Your brakes in particular have to be in top condition at all times.</li><li>Reduce the chance of damage or theft. For an evening out in a hard-partying area of town, it might be best to take your normal bike (or a taxi).</li><li>Have your bicycle engraved. You can contact your local municipal administration for this.</li><li>Some cycle makers use handy registration forms. Ask for one when you purchase your e-bike.</li></ul>"}},{"componentType":"sectionTitle","title":"Tip 2: Choose the right lock"},{"componentType":"paragraph","richBody":{"value":"<p>A good bicycle lock <strong>can resist tampering with a wire-cutter or crow bar</strong>. But how do you know for sure that you´re buying the right lock?</p><ul><li>Purchase a hardened steel lock of sufficient thickness.</li><li>Look for a lock with the ART quality mark with at least 3 stars.</li><li>Choose a lock that´s long enough, so that you can fasten your bicycle anywhere.</li></ul>"}},{"componentType":"sectionTitle","title":"Tip 3: Park your e-bike in a safe place"},{"componentType":"paragraph","richBody":{"value":"<p>A sturdy lock is the first step. Now find <strong>a safe spot to park your bike</strong>. Take the following points into account:</p><ul><li>Park your bike in a well-lit place, with sufficient supervision.</li><li>Use your ring lock in combination with a U-lock or chain lock.</li><li>Attach the bicycle to a fixed object.</li><li>Make use of monitored bicycle sheds.</li><li>Lock up your e-bike even in your own garage.</li></ul>"}},{"componentType":"sectionTitle","title":"Tip 4: Take out a bike insurance"},{"componentType":"paragraph","richBody":{"value":"<p>You&apos;ve got the risk of theft or damage largely under control, but you cannot exclude every risk. A new, expensive electric bike is very popular with bicycle thieves, and accidents often occur unexpectedly. A <a data-type=\"internal\" href=\"/en/individuals/insurance/insure-my-bike/bike-insurance\">bike insurance</a> certainly isn´t superfluous when buying an e-bike.</p>"}},{"componentType":"sectionTitle","title":"So, what's next?"},{"componentType":"paragraph","richBody":{"value":"<ul><li>You´ll find everything about <a data-type=\"internal\" href=\"/en/individuals/borrowing/bike-loan\">e-bikes loans</a> here</li><li>Then <a data-type=\"internal\" href=\"/en/individuals/borrowing/loan-calculator\">simulate a customised loan</a></li><li>Find out more about the <a data-type=\"internal\" href=\"/en/individuals/insurance/insure-my-bike/bike-insurance\">bike insurance</a></li></ul>"}}]},"hasMacro":false,"id":"a42af19f-dc6f-4b24-adcd-0b96e6b16f69","localeString":"en-GB","mainHeaderZone":{"backLink":{"textLink":{"text":"Mobility","url":"/en/individuals/my-life/mobility"}},"componentType":"editorialHeader","coreHeader":{"body":"You've bought an e-bike, but where do you put it? What are good bicycle locks? How do you prevent damage? And do you need an insurance policy? Here, you´ll find answers to your most pressing questions..","subtitle":"More and more people are buying e-bikes. And that entails an increased risk of theft and accidents. Fortunately, with a bit of common sense and the right precautions, your e-bike will be well-protected","title":"4 tips for protecting your (electric) bicycle against damage and theft"},"date":"2024-04-18","readingTime":5},"publishDate":"2024-07-04T10:33:05.838+02:00"}}