Attention all MAMILs, cycling enthusiasts and casual bike riders alike, there might be a way for you to feel safer when leaving your bike lying around.
Whether you participated in #Ride2Work or not, don’t pedal any further without a Bike Passport.
A ‘Bike Passport’ is a new resource you can use to record details about your bike which will assist police in identifying and returning your bike if it’s ever stolen. It also provides tips to reduce your chances of becoming a victim of theft.
SAPOL is recommending that you consider the following crime prevention tips:
Engrave or mark your bike frame (near the serial number) with an ultraviolet (UV) pen, microdot or by other permanent means with your driver’s licence number prefixed by the letter ‘S’ for South Australia, e.g. S123456.
Mark all accessories including helmet, lights, pump, saddle, etc.
Take a photograph of your bike.
Complete the Bike Passport and keep it in a safe place.
Purchase and fit a good quality bike lock.
Always park and secure your bike in well-lit and populated areas.
Always lock the frame and both wheels to a secure object.
When securing your bike, remove equipment including helmet, lights, pump, etc.
Never leave your bike unattended and unlocked, even for a short period of time.
When at home, secure your bike in a locked shed or inside your house.
These tips are intended to work in conjunction with the Bike Passport.
Download your copy of the Bike Passport here.
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