The first rays of sunshine have certainly tempted one or two people in the Rhine district of Neuss to hop on their bikes. In addition, the current petrol prices are "motivating" people to leave their cars in the garage. To ensure that your new sporting habit is not immediately spoiled by theft, the district police authority has five tips for you:
1. have your bike coded
Your police in the Rhine district of Neuss regularly offers public campaigns in the area of bicycle coding. The dates are published on our website or in the local media. However, you can also have your bike coded at any police station outside of events. All you need is your bike, proof of ownership and a valid federal identity card.
2. Maintain your bike pass
In addition to the police coding, most bicycles have another individual number, the frame number. This helps the police, particularly in the event of theft, to be able to enter the bike in the police search systems and effectively search for your bike. The prerequisite for this is a well-maintained bike passport, in which all information relevant to you and the police - in particular the frame number - is recorded and brought together. A photo of the bike completes the passport. You can find more information on the bike passport here.
3. Park your bike cleverly
Consider urban planning factors when choosing your bicycle parking space. Park it so that the bike is as visible as possible. In the dark, the parking space should be well lit. Use the bicycle boxes available at train stations in particular. Where possible, take your bike into lockable indoor lockers. Always take valuable accessories such as the speedometer or battery with you and do not leave them on the bike.
4. Use a sturdy bike lock
To provide the best possible protection against theft, use a solid steel chain lock, U-lock or armored lock of tested quality. The bike should be locked to a fixed object, such as a bike stand or a lamp post. Locking just one of the wheels is usually not enough to prevent theft. Don't just secure the bike outside, it should also be locked in garages or cellars.
5. Equip your bike with a GPS tracker
Fitting a GPS tracker to your bike can be particularly useful for high-quality electric bikes. If the bike is moved, an alarm is sent to the owner. It may also be possible to locate it after the theft using the GPS signal.
Further information about bicycles can be found here. If you have any further questions, please speak to your district police officer on the street.
The Rhein-Kreis Neuss police wish you and your families a safe journey on your two-wheeler through the district.