
As bike theft continues to rise across the UK, new legislation may finally give GPS trackers a more prominent role in preventing and solving cycle-related crime.
A proposed amendment to the Policing and Crime Act 2017 could pave the way for more consistent support from police forces when it comes to tracking and recovering stolen bicycles. If passed, the bill would encourage collaboration with companies that offer GPS tracking services, making real-time recovery far more feasible than current efforts.
This change could prove significant for owners of premium e-bikes — particularly those riding Riese & Müller models, which already come with advanced tracking technology built in.
Riese & Muller - RX Chip: A Tracker Built In
Riese & Müller are ahead of the curve when it comes to theft prevention. Their RX Chip — fitted as standard on the latest models like the UBN Five Commute, Delite5, Homage5, and Superdelite5 — provides GPS tracking and connectivity features that can be activated through an RX Connect subscription (free for 12 months).
Once enabled, riders can track the location of their bike via their phone and receive tamper alerts. This means riders are already prepared to take full advantage of the legislative shift — no retrofit required.
Even better, Riese & Müller includes the first year of RX Connect Care for free when you purchase a new RX Chip-equipped bike. After that, riders can continue with:
A Shift in Bike Crime Response?
Currently, riders often face frustration when reporting a stolen bike. Even when GPS data is available, some police forces are hesitant to act without clear guidelines. The proposed bill aims to remove that ambiguity, giving the police a mandate to respond to tracker data and work more closely with e-bike brands and GPS tech providers.
If passed, it could mark a turning point in how stolen bikes are recovered — and how the industry as a whole views integrated tracking.
Time to Take Tracking Seriously
With GPS technology now coming pre-installed on high-end models like the Superdelite5 and Homage5, it’s becoming increasingly clear that tracking should be a standard part of e-bike security — not just an optional add-on.
And with legal backing potentially on the way, investing in a bike with built-in tracking may offer more than peace of mind — it could be the key to getting your bike back, fast.
Read the original article from Cycling Industry News here:
Will new policing bill be a turning point for trackers and fighting bike crime?