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title: "Bought a bike, what should you do now?"
description: "Bought a new bike? Register it in your name, use 2 locks, tracker and insurance for optimal protection. Netherlands's #1 bike registration platform!"
canonical: "https://www.bikebaze.nl/en/blog/bought-a-bike-what-should-you-do-now"
published: "2025-09-24T15:48:43.000Z"
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# Bought a bike, what should you do now?

Just bought a bike? Register the frame number for free with BIKEBAZE for digital proof of ownership, add a SafeTag QR sticker as a visible deterrent, use two locks (one ART-approved), consider a GPS tracker, and park in well-lit areas.

Congratulations on your new bike! But after the first ride, there's one important question: **how do you make sure your bike stays safe and really yours?** In this article, you get a concrete step-by-step plan.

## 1. Register your bike right away

Your bike has a unique frame number. Register this number directly in your name. So you have a **digital proof of ownership** and you can always prove that the bike is yours. If stolen, the chances of being found are also much higher, because the number is linked to your name.

👉 [Register your bike for free now](https://www.bikebaze.nl/en/bikevault/free-bike-registration).

Extra tip: order one [**SafeTag**](https://www.bikebaze.nl/en/shop) — an anti-theft QR sticker that you stick to your bike. It visibly scares off thieves.

## 2. Always use two locks

One lock is good, two locks are better. For example, combine:

- An ART-approved frame lock (attached to your frame).
- A sturdy chain lock or U-lock.

Always secure your bike with the frame to an object such as a bike rack or pole.

## 3. Consider a GPS tracker

A hidden GPS tracker helps you track your bike's location in case of theft. Some trackers send an instant notification to your phone as soon as your bike is moved. [Here you can buy a bicycle bell with a tracker in it.](https://www.bikebaze.nl/en/shop)

## 4. Take out bicycle insurance

Do you have an e-bike or a more expensive city bike? Then consider a [theft insurance](https://www.bikebaze.nl/qover).

## 5. Park smartly

Always opt for a well-lit, busy area or a guarded bike park. The more visible the bike, the less attractive it is for thieves.

## Conclusion

Buying a new bike is great, but only when you secure it properly can you really enjoy it without worries.

- Register your bike under your name to have a better chance of finding it if your bike is stolen.
- Always use two locks.
- Consider a tracker and insurance.
- Park smartly.

## FAQs

**Why do I need to register my bike?**
Because registration officially records ownership and makes your bike traceable.

**Does BIKEBAZE also work internationally?**
Yes. A BIKEBAZE registration is accessible everywhere, even if your bike shows up abroad.