Secure your bike! Free bike coding in Heringsdorf and Karlshagen

Secure your bike! Free bike coding in Heringsdorf and Karlshagen

In Northern Germany, a lot of emphasis is placed on the safety of bicycles these days, and not without reason. Every year, around 300,000 people in Germany get rid of their bikes, often against their will, as news.de reports. Especially now in the high season, when the weather is inviting, the danger of bicycle theft is particularly high. To counteract this trend, several bicycle coding events will take place this week.

The police in Heringsdorf offer the opportunity to have bikes coded on Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and in the Karlshagen police station on Thursday at the same time. Pre-registration is not necessary, but some documents should not be forgotten: ID card, proof of ownership and, for e-bikes, the battery key are mandatory. The coded bicycles then become less attractive to thieves thanks to individual identification and make tracing easier in the event of theft.

Protection against theft

The coding has several effects: it deters potential thieves, makes it more difficult to resell stolen bicycles and enables quick identification if the police find a bicycle. In addition to coding, the police also provide valuable tips for preventing theft. It is recommended to use sturdy bicycle locks and to lock the bike on a firmly anchored object. E-bikes in particular should use multiple locks, as they are often a popular target for thieves.

Owners of expensive e-bikes should also consider special bicycle insurance, as noted on gdv.de. These insurance policies offer greater protection and can even offer higher compensation than standard home contents insurance. This means you are in a better position in the event of a loss and can often rely on the replacement value being reimbursed.

Coding and insurance options

The cost of coding is usually between 15 and 20 euros, although ADFC members can often benefit from discounted rates. The process itself only takes about a quarter of an hour and can be done using both engraving and weather-resistant stickers. This makes it easier to determine the identity of the owner, which is particularly advantageous given the often confusing frame numbers of bicycles. An important tip: When selling a coded bicycle, the coding should be noted in the purchase contract in order to avoid future problems, as highlighted on adac.de.

With all of these recommended measures, bicycle coding is becoming more and more an important part of bicycle ownership. If you protect your bike and follow valuable anti-theft tips, you can enjoy the wonderful time on two wheels in Northern Germany without any worries.