[Oldragbagger]

Originally Posted by tophcfa

The very expensive battery packs on the e bikes will be a favorite target for thieves.

My battery pack is locked onto the frame of the bike. It came that way.

[Margterrymcg]

Originally Posted by Mortal1

define expensive...1k+ is a low end good bike. the more expensive the more protection you'll need. if your wheels/saddle are on quick release they will be taken first. takes a decent thief about 15 seconds to steal a bike no matter how well it's protected.

A good bike for a casual rider is $350-400, after that is ego and motivation for thieves who realize how expensive the bike is