Bike Theft Resources and Information
- List your stolen bike (you will be taken to our Partner site, Finetoothcog).
- View current listings
- Sign up for the Stolen Bike Digest
- Read the BikePortland.org bike theft story archives
To help protect your bicycle from theft, please take the following precautions:
Do not use cable locks. Invest in the highest quality lock you can afford. We recommend heavy-duty U-locks, heavy-gauge chains, or handcuff-style locks.
- Always lock your bike to a secure, fixed object.
- Only lock your bike in a well-lit, well-traveled area.
- If possible, lock your bike indoors.
- Avoid using quick-release skewers on wheels and saddles. Replace existing quick-releases with bolts or locking skewers.
Recovery
With proper documentation you increase the odds of recovering your bicycle. You can find your serial number on the bottom of your bike where the pedals come together. Take pictures of your whole bike and any parts that are unique to your bike. Finally, please fill out the form below and save it for your records.
Please take the time to fill out this information sheet and put it with your personal files at home.
Take action
If your bicycle has been stolen:
- Gather your documentation.
- File a police report by calling 503-823-3333.
- Register with the BikePortland.org Stolen Bike Listings.
Sign up for the Stolen Bike Digest
The Stolen Bike Digest is a daily email that is sent to local shops, police officers, and concerned citizens. It includes all the stolen bikes listed during the day (usually 3-6 bikes) and recipients are encouraged to print out the list and display it in their shop or place of business.
