Welcome to the Chicago Stolen Bike Registry

Here's how it works...

1. Your bike gets stolen. Oh no!

2. You file a theft report, and let us know about your stolen bike.

3. We receive your report. After reviewing it, we will post it on the main page. We mainly review reports to weed out spam and make minor editorial corrections to formatting.

4. Your theft report, including your bike's photo, last known location, and date of theft, are posted on our site. Your report also goes into our searchable statistics builder and is shown on our report map. And, if you're lucky, someone might see your bike and contact you directly and return your bike.


Time is of the essence! Please post your report ASAP for the best chance of getting your bike back, even if you don't yet have all the information. You can contact us via email at csbr@mailworks.org at any time to add to or change your listing.

Important: See Mr Bike's tips on I.D.-ing your bike before it gets stolen!

Search tip: Be aware indexing happens nightly so it's recommended that you eyeball at least the first 10 or 12 listings in addition to using the "search" feature.

Feel free to browse recovered bike listings for inspiring tales of bike/owner reunions.

Trek Dual Sport

Location

Ravenswood Manor Park
4626 N Manor Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU036XC0343T
Color: 
Black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
2022 Trek Dual Sport, Black, added rear flat cargo rack, added small black zip bag to handle bars, and added u-lock holder. Zip tied black milk crate to rear cargo rack with light grey insert for dog transport.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Cable w/ Integrated Key Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Left at 8am, gone by 6pm
Incident Description: 
Bike & blue helmet locked to bike rack near Francisco Brown Line stop on Manor Ave just east of Ravenswood Manor Park around 8am. Bike and lock and all accessories gone by 6pm.

Elby Urban Cruiser Electric Bike

Location

Ravenswood Metra Station
4701 N Ravenswood Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - 7:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Serial No.: 
Unsure
Color: 
Gray
Size: 
27.5-inch wheels and a 45 lb weight
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition. Full-size Elby Urban Cruiser electric bicycle with distinctive step-through frame, swept-back handlebars, full fenders, rear cargo rack, and integrated electric motor/battery. Gray. Minor scratches/wear consistent with normal use.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Combination Cable Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2-8 hours
Incident Description: 
On August 25, 2026, at approximately 7:00 AM, I secured my gray Elby Urban Cruiser electric bicycle at the bicycle racks underneath the Ravenswood Metra station/bridge. I locked the bicycle to the bike rack and left the area to board the Metra train. I returned at approximately 5:50 PM and discovered that the bicycle was missing. The bicycle's rear wheel was also secured with a built-in wheel lock, which requires a key to unlock, so the bicycle could not have been ridden away without unlocking the rear wheel. There appear to be surveillance cameras in the immediate area that may have captured the theft. The bicycle is a gray, full-size adult electric bicycle with 27.5-inch wheels and is approximately 45 lbs. I did not give anyone permission to take or remove the bicycle. I can provide photographs and other identifying info.

Breezer Doppler Cafe+

Location

4800 N Wolcott
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 - 12:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WBD118L0620T
Color: 
Deep blue
Size: 
52 cm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new bike. Frame is a deep blue with a sticker from Cog Cycles and Yarn near the pedals. The handlebar grips are covered in a cork-like material. Both the front and back tire have aluminum fenders. There is a light above the front wheel.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Combination Cable Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
A few hours
Incident Description: 
Parked bike at 7:30 AM and used combo cable lock to lock bike to the bike rack. When I went to get it during my lunch hour at 12:50 PM, the bike and lock were missing.

Specialized Allez

Location

1350 W erie st
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, August 24, 2026 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
wsbc025022928v
Color: 
Black
Size: 
61
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
black bike with white lettering. 2 water bottle holders and a phone holder.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
No Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Bike not locked.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3 days
Incident Description: 
Person came in to garage and took the bike.

Jamis Coda S2

Location

Unique Thrift Store
Fullereton
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 - 7:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
U223U02066
Color: 
Dark blue/ Navy Pearl
Size: 
23"
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New, with black mountaain bike pedals, chrome front and rear fenders and a black rear rack

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
Stolen from bike rack in front of Unique Thrift in Brickyard Plaza

Jamis Beatnik

Location

1441 W Oakdale Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 22, 2026 - 11:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
M220005359
Color: 
Gray
Size: 
58cm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new, only owned for one month. Might have a Kryptonite Kruptolock configure inside the frame, but its easily removable so could be missing.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
What was the bike locked to?: 
Bike was locked only to itself.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4 hours
Incident Description: 
Briefly left underneath porch in backyard between errands. Left for maybe 2-3 hours and was missing with no trace. Other unlocked bikes, belonging to neighbors, were not taken.

Retrospec Valen Rev

Location

Gino’s East
S Dearborn St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 22, 2026 - 1:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Color: 
Light blue/ celeste
Size: 
Length about 65in and height about 41 in
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New. Saddle/seat color brown.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Combination Cable Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
About 3 hours.
Incident Description: 
Bike was parked in front of the restaurant Gino’s located at the south loop. In less than 3 hours the bike was gone.

Public R18 Disc

Location

1910 N Kedzie
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, August 22, 2026 - 1:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Cream
Size: 
Large
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike is in excellent condition. The bike seat has faded from exposure to the sun so is a grey-ish color. The bike has a cup holder, matching bell and a rack on the rear for a basket.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to a metal pole, pipe, or fence.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 week

Trek Domane AL 5

Location

2444 W Lawrence Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 20, 2026 - 3:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU303G0084R
Color: 
Dark Gray
Size: 
56 inch
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Disc breaks and rear bike rack

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 hours

Aventon Aventure2

Location

350 N Orleans
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 - 7:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Color: 
Gray
Size: 
Large
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Scratches on the frame. 2 parking stickers from my apartment and work locations.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Heavy Duty Bicycle Security Chain
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of a closed business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
2 hrs
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to a rack. Came out from dinner. Bike was gone.

Trek Domane AL 2

Location

Logan Square (California/Armitage)
1918 N California Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 20, 2026 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU171C0093S
Color: 
Blue / Black
Size: 
54cm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Yellow reflective tape under the handlebars, two water bottle holders, bag under seat and under frame.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
No Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Bike not locked.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Not locked, sitting against wall
Incident Description: 
Bike stolen from garage.

Trek 4300 Hybrid

Location

4840 N Sheridan Rd
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 - 10:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Navy Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Used bike, some rust on the gears, red pannier on the side. Bell on left handlebar. Stickers on the frame.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
No Lock
What was the bike locked to?: 
Bike not locked.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 day

Marin Kentfield 1 ST 700C Black

Location

2852 West Dickens Avenue
2852 West Dickens Avenue
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 - 4:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
A26011716
Color: 
Black
Size: 
S
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black frame with brown handlebars and brown wheels

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
What was the bike locked to?: 
Bike not locked.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Less than 24 hours
Incident Description: 
Side gate of backyard was left unlocked and the bike was missing. I noticed at 4pm today that the gate was unlocked, usually my neighbors and I are good about keeping it locked.

Raleigh Bike

Location

Damen CTA Blue Line Station
1558 N Damen Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 - 5:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Gray with Maroon accents
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
black water bottle holder. Large gray seat. Thats about it

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Heavy Duty Bicycle Security Chain
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked at the CTA damen blue line station around 5:15 pm on 8/18/26.I returned at around 9:45 pm and it was gone.

Super73 ZX

Location

Armanino
222 S Wacker
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 - 11:45am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Serial No.: 
F21IY2421
Color: 
Maroon
Size: 
Medium
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Red e-bike with paint rubberd off the front from the brake lines. Sweat is not secured and flops off. LCD case is cracked, but screen functional. Only one foot peg on the back for a second passanger.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Heavy Duty Bicycle Security Chain
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4 Hours
Incident Description: 
Locked outside on the sidewalk since my office building is doing constrcution and the building bike racks unavalable. Unattened for 4 hours, when I went to ride home the bike and lock were missing, just a cut chain link sitting on the sidewalk.

Bridgestone MB-5 Trailblazer

Location

Intersection of North Ave and Kingsbury St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, August 16, 2026 - 8:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
MOH59098
Color: 
Silver/black, purple and yellow stripe on the frame
Size: 
Seat tube size: 18.0, top tube size: 22.0
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
The bike is in good condition. The frame is silver and black, and there is a purple and yellow stripe on the frame, as well as the Bridgestone logo in yellow. The handlebars are in a swept back style. The left side of the handlebars has a bike bell and also an attachable bike light. There is a black U-lock around the frame of the bike.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Other
What was the bike locked to?: 
Other situation, please describe below.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
About 20 minutes
Incident Description: 
I had brought my bike onto a CTA bus (the 72 North Ave bus), and the bike was on the bus' bike rack in the front of the bus while I was on the bus. About 20 minutes into the ride, I realized that my bike was missing from the bus rack, and alerted the driver. The driver had said a person was waiting at the bus stop at North Ave/Kingsbury St and gestured repeatedly that the bike was his, and if he could take it. He took the bike and rode away on it, going down Magnolia Ave across the bridge. The driver had asked the bus repeatedly if the bike belonged to anyone, but I did not hear them. I realized my bike was missing about 5 minutes after the theft occurred. I had not seen for myself anyone stealing the bike, and this information was told to me by the bus driver. The CTA was alerted, and police report was filed the next day. The bike was only sitting on the bus' bike rack, and was not locked to the bike rack on the bus.

Funhang e-bike

Location

1603 W Ainslie
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, August 17, 2026 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Color: 
Blue and black
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black basket on rear, good condition with a few bumps and scratches

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to street sign.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Front of building in residential area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Only the frame was locked a solid object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Two days
Incident Description: 
Bike seen last night 8/16, gone today when I went out at 3pm to get it.

Trek Marlin 5

Location

State/Lake
N State St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, August 13, 2026 - 8:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Mountain Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU196XC2647V
Color: 
Black with Red TREK letters
Size: 
L
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Still looks pretty new, has (or had) mudguards, rechargeable front and back lights.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock is missing, along with the bike.
Lock Type: 
Other
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to bike rack.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through rear wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
3h

Bianchi Intenso Ultegra di2

Location

Joong Boo Market
3333 N Kimball Acw
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, August 17, 2026 - 3:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Celeste blue
Size: 
53 cm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Used bianchi roasted bike. Ultegra di2 groupset. Campagnolo Wheel. “Celeste” blue colour

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
What was the bike locked to?: 
Locked to a metal pole, pipe, or fence.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
10 minutes
Incident Description: 
Bianchi road bike, 53 cm, with campagnolo wheels. Locked outside Joong Boo Market at 3333 N Kimball. Theft caught on store camera. White, blond guy driving Silver Toyota station wagon drove past bike, did a u turn in traffic. Got out and cut the lock with a cordless grinder in a cross body bag. Quickly loaded bike in car and drove off heading north on Kimball Ave.