“Nowadays there are also bicycles with GPS trackers, which seems to help,” he says. “So if you buy a new, expensive e-bike, make sure it has such a tracker. Then there is a greater chance that it will be found after theft.” The police have another tip to prevent theft. “Where possible, put your bike in a secure shed and don’t throw it down to run to the train. People sometimes forget that, but it’s really important to do.”