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E-Bike Stolen –
What To Do Now?

E-bikes are valuable and frequently stolen. These steps significantly increase your recovery chances — the most important after police is checkste.com.

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📋 Your Immediate Steps
1

File a Police Report

Report to police in person or online. Provide the frame number and e-bike description. Keep the case number for insurance. International: 112 (EU), 999 (UK), 911 (US).

📞 999 (UK) · 911 (US) · 112 (EU) · 110 (DE)
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🔑 Report on checkste.com — GPS Alert

Register free and enter the frame number. When someone checks the e-bike — e.g., a buyer — you instantly receive an email with the GPS location.

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3

Use Manufacturer App

If your e-bike has app connectivity: mark as stolen and check live GPS tracking.
Supported: Bosch · Shimano · Specialized · Trek · Giant · Cube · Riese&Müller

4

Notify Insurance

Bicycle insurance or home insurance (with cycling add-on). Have police case number and purchase receipt ready.

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Search Marketplaces & Post on Social Media

Search eBay, Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace. Post in local cycling groups on Facebook, Reddit r/cycling, Nextdoor.

📢 Facebook · Reddit r/cycling · Nextdoor

📍 Where is the Frame Number on an E-Bike?

Under the bottom bracket — most common
Battery mount / downtube — many e-bike brands
Head tube — front of frame
Manufacturer app — under vehicle info
Purchase receipt — listed as "S/N" or "Serial Number"

Tip: Photograph the frame number and save to cloud storage.

🛰️ Why checkste.com After Police is the Most Important Step

Expensive e-bikes get sold online fast. checkste.com makes you an active part of the search:

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it worth filing a police report for a stolen e-bike?
Absolutely. Without a police report, no insurance will pay. E-bikes are regularly found during police operations — with a report they can be returned to you.
Is checkste.com free?
Yes, completely free. No app download, no subscription, no hidden fees.
Does checkste.com work outside Germany?
Yes. checkste.com works globally. GPS alerts are sent worldwide.

⚡🚲 Report Your E-Bike on checkste.com

Free · No App · GPS Alert Active · GDPR Compliant · Works Worldwide

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