Secure Bike Storage in Shared Apartment Spaces

Cost Savings

Checklist Tasks

• Inspect storage area for unsecured doors, windows, or other entry points.
• Lock the frame and wheels with a Sold Secure Gold U-lock to an anchor.
• Register your bike’s serial number and attach a tamper-evident ID sticker.
• Use a heavy-duty chain for a second layer of locking security.
• Keep your bike in a well-lit, visible part of the storage area.
• Hide a motion-activated Bluetooth tracker inside the bike.
• Request written details from management about authorized storage access.
• Check recent break-in incidents with building management or local police.
• Remove quick-release parts and accessories from the bike.
• Install a discreet personal camera or Wi-Fi sensor if building rules permit.
• Photograph your bike and locks to document security steps for insurance.
• Review and update renter’s insurance coverage for bike theft.