How To Lock An Electric Bike

Hiplok co-founder John Abrahams shares top tips for keeping your E-Bike secure. Expensive e-bikes are being targeted by bike thieves and good locks are just the start - think about where you are locking your electric bike and what you are locking your e-bike to.

[badabing]

I think I will go for a layered approach to security. If a thief is that determined to take the e-bike they will find a way to break the locks or take the bike elsewhere to break them. Look to UV marking the bike and registering it, frame number, put a hidden tracker on it and also insure it. I do think this is the one area that most people who are looking to buy an e-bike are concerned about. That and riding on roads.

[hsueh]

I love Hiplok products. They’re my go-to when customers ask me what lock they should get.

[gerhardreinecke]

I had my E-Bike secured with a Hiplock, the stringest available. Plus an additional strong U-lock. Attached to the official bike rail "somewhere busy" as recommended in the video (in front of the V&A musuem in Kensington). I only spent an hour in there, and the bike was gone! NO LOCK IS SAFE!!!!

[amaroamaro]

Thank me later, I have a north rock fat bike it’s a great bike. I live in the hood and my last bike I got was stolen I used a thick wired lock that they cut. So I invited in a haven chain lock when I lock it at home and a Ulock. But I also got a onvian smart bike tail light Anti-theft alarm. This thing works great and it’s only 35 bucks on amazon. Super sensitive when the bike is moved or a slight bump will set it off and it’s super loud. It just adds another layer of security. It’s remotely activated and covenant.

[siriosstar]

it's also good to remove the controller and battery if it's an external battery . doing this is more of a deterrent because a thief might pass on your bike if they see they will have to invest a considerable amount of money in order to resell the bike . The best deterrent is to not leave it unattended or out of sight .

[ilovephotography]

At this time I use 2 separate locks, a heavy U-lock and medium chain. I replaced my quick release skewers with skewers that lock. I'm choosy where I park. If I feel that the location is tempting to thieves, even while locked, I just won't leave it out of my sight. When at home I bring the bike inside. Keeping the bike inside also protects my bike and locks from the elements. So far I have been lucky. Looking forward to the release of the D1000. With weight limitations in mind, you can't be too careful.

[timip]

I've had a hiplock from you for years and I totally forgot to look done from yourselves, definitely going to have a Google, thank you

[Jennahheaven]

Could you add links to the description box

[ianwired]

Wow these look great. I already own a kryptonite chain lock which clocks in at 10 poundss, but I might pick up a second chain lock for redundancy. These look even better than other lock brands, and on top of that the weight is really reasonable!

[ginacardarella]

I agree locking even at home I live in LA

[Melker]

I'm sure they are high quality locks. But I'm not that comfortable wearing D-locks or chain-locks on my body. Not because of the weight - but because of the significantly increased risc of broken bones when landing on them with the lock between you and the tarmac. These locks always gonna "win" in those scenarios.

[hookedonfishing.]

How the hell do you carry those locks on your bike ? They are huge

[UtubeAdviser]

Thieves won’t cut the lock they will cut the frame of the bicycle stand on the street. That’s much easier to cut. The best way to not get your bike stolen is to get a custom remote control electrical current to the bike when you get off the bike. Once you hit the remote and activate it, if anyone touches the bike they will get electrocuted

[Xpors-Gaming]

Sure a secure mounting point that's rellay going to fly with my land lord.

[zico]

I believe %90 of people making their living out of stilling around

[troywilliams]

Tape a picture of nancy pelosi on the seat ain't nobody going to steal it