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.

Cannondale Syntax

Location

Location of Stolen Bike (via Airtag)
427 E 75th Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 13, 2026 - 2:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
FD03545
Color: 
Red
Size: 
51 cm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Purchased new in 2025. Bright red ("rally red"). two bike bags - one under the seat one on the bar

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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
24 hrs
Incident Description: 
Not sure of the exact time. It was in my yard while i was working on it. Someone entered the yard overnight and took the bike. I have an airtag tracker on it and know that it is now at 427 E 75th St, Chicago IL 60619 so i am entering that address instead of my address

Canyon Grizl 7 AL

Location

4201 N Damen
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, October 16, 2026 - 3:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Light Green
Size: 
LARGE
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Great condition, rear rack, shimano hybrid platform pedals, Canyon Grizl 6 gravel bicycle, 2022 model, Matcha Green aluminium frame, carbon fibre fork, DT Swiss LN aluminium gravel wheelset, Maxxis Rambler 45 mm tyres, Shimano GRX 400 2×10-speed drivetrain with 46/30T crankset and 11–34T cassette, hydraulic disc brakes, drop handlebars, Selle Italia saddle and carbon fibre seatpost. Canyon branding and Grizl model lettering on frame.

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 street sign.

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?: 
45 minutes
Incident Description: 
Heard a sound at 3:30pm during a meeting inside, went out later to find it was missing. Apple airtag tracked it to 3647 Spaulding, went there with CPD, but was unable to get a ping or locate the bike further.

Raleigh Detour Step-through

Location

Jessica Lane
Schaumburg , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Friday, October 16, 2026 - 3:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
U83K21891
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Used, 18 years old. Wear of frame, tire rims, chain, etc. Rust on handlebars. Not valuable but carries a lot of sentimental value to me

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?: 
Bike was in a locked apartment or residence.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
6 weeks
Incident Description: 
Bike was not locked as it was inside a private apartment complex. Someone broke into the apartment to steal the bike.

Specialized CruX E5

Location

Back garage
1547 N Wood St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 11, 2026 - 3:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC601035810M
Color: 
Black
Size: 
56cm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Deep scratch on top of top tube

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?: 
2 weeks
Incident Description: 
Plumber left garage open and bike was stolen from garage

ESKUTE V100

Location

Edgewater - Broadway/Balmoral
Balmoral Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 11, 2026 - 12:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Color: 
Blue
Size: 
16 inch wheels
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Small dlue dirt-bike style e-bike. When it was taken it had a black front bag and a cup holder attached.

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?: 
Bike was in a locked apartment or residence.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
12 hours
Incident Description: 
Sometime between 10pm on Friday 10/10 and 10am on Saturday 10/11, someone gained access somehow through the front door of my apartment building, and took my ebike from the vestibule under the stairs.

State Bicycle 4130-Road Glacier Edition

Location

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

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 11, 2026 - 11:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Blue
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Glacier Edition is navy blue with white and teal accents. Black (replaced) front fork. White fairly scuffed handlebar tape. May have an attached D-Lock and a green State branded handlebar bag.

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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
11 hours
Incident Description: 
Swiped overnight from unlocked porch.

Trek 7300

Location

Ravenswood
Wolcott
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 11, 2026 - 5:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Red
Size: 
Large
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Used bike, but in relatively good shape. It had a u-lock attached to the post in the frame, as well as a front and back rechargeable light. The seat had a weather-protection cover.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
Lock Type: 
Newer U-Lock w/ Flat Key
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?: 
2 hours
Incident Description: 
My bike was locked inside of the back gate of my apartment building, on the back patio. The bike itself was not locked to anything, rather behind a locked gate. I left my bike there around 5 PM, and when I came back down around 6:45 my bike was gone. It appears as though

Ozark trail drop bar medium frame

Location

Lurie childrens hospital
E superior st and n st claire st
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 11, 2026 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Green
Size: 
Medium
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Pretty much brand new (the zip ties were even still on thr handles). Had a phone mount with a red locking switch on the back.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Object that bike was locked to was broken, removed, or otherwise compromised.
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 both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
4 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was parked on bike rack on superior st and st clair outside lurie children's hospital. Lock was cut.

Aventon Soltera 2.5

Location

Vern & Sonnys
3031 W Armitage Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Sunday, October 11, 2026 - 11:30am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Color: 
Black
Size: 
Small
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Black soltera with back rack and water bottle holder. The thief broke the frame backing up his car into another vehicle. Stolen at Vern & Sonny’s bike shop

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?: 
Locked through front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
overnight
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked outside bike shop after repair Saturday night. Reddit reported the theft this morning. I have the bike battery with me, which is why it is missing in all photos. Have photos of incident. He has an angle grinder and license plate FY37491. Dark Grey Toyota Camry LE. Middle aged bald man in white tshirt and blue disposable face mask

Trek FX Sport 2

Location

Oktoberfest - Andersonville - w Cuyler Ave
N Spaulding Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 10, 2026 - 3:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
5336680
Color: 
Blue
Size: 
Medium
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
New bicycle. Blue with orange pedals. All accessories are blacked out, tires and all

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 street sign.

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?: 
1 hour
Incident Description: 
It was locked to a post in front of 1823 W Cuyler Ave, during Oktoberfest. I was there for an hour around 3:00 pm. I came back to find my lock has been sliced and through the tracker on it I saw its final location at 3754 N Spaulding Ave. I tracked it with the police but police couldn’t enter anyone’s home.

Ride1Up Turris

Location

Chicago-Kent College of Law
565 W Adams St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, October 8, 2026 - 2:15pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
E-Bike
Color: 
Dark green
Size: 
26 in wheels
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition, indoor kept, 422ish miles on odometer at time of theft.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Lock was cut, and left at the scene.
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?: 
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: 
Locked my beloved bike up to a rack directly in front of Chicago Kent College of law before I went to class at 1:40pm. Came back out at 3:40pm and it was gone... lock laying in the street. It was in direct view of campus safety and they said they saw nothing and have no security footage. It is missing its battery/charger because I have them (but the thief could buy a replacement battery from the company i guess?) and while I am dumb and didnt record the serial, I also have the frame keys which are specific to my bike.

Specialized Diverge E5 Comp

Location

Mayer Brown
71 S Wacker Dr.
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Thursday, October 8, 2026 - 2:45pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC025007181T
Color: 
Blue
Size: 
58 cm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Specialized Diverge E5 Comp - Gravel Bike. 2024. Like new. Serial # WSBC025007181T.

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?: 
Sidewalk in front of an open business.
How was the bike locked?: 
Locked through both wheels and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 hour
Incident Description: 
I parked my bike in front of 71 S Wacker Dr at 1:45pm for a work meeting taking place at Mayer Brown. I locked up my bike through both wheels and the frame against the single bike stand in front of the West entrance on Wacker. The building video surveillance shows a delivery truck pulled up at 2:42pm and a man cut the lock, with a second person hoping on the bike and riding off. The Irvine Company manages the building and has video evidence of the crime and the perpetrators. Bike Serial # WSBC025007181T.

Jamis Coda

Location

2500 North Bernard Street
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 6, 2026 - 9:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Black, with tan bands for Jamis branding
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition, one set of orange rim brakes, one set black.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Other
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?: 
24 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike looks like this: https://files.bikeindex.org/uploads/Pu/23856/large_jms_coda_blackz.jpg

Trek Domane ALR5

Location

Private Property
8250 West Forest Preseve Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Saturday, October 3, 2026 - 11:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU020G0076N
Color: 
Black
Size: 
52 cm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Additional Equipment / Accessories: Power meter: Stages Shimano 105 R7000 Power Meter Bike computer: Garmin Edge 840 Compact GPS Cycling Computer Two black aluminum water bottle cages Small black saddle bag attached underneath the rear of the seat Identifying Features: Visible scratches on both handlebars/handle areas Black handlebar tape with white sections at the inner ends Black handlebar tape is slightly torn/damaged on the left handle

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?: 
Garage or enclosed parking area.
How was the bike locked?: 
Other situation, please describe below.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
1 day
Incident Description: 
My bicycle was stolen from a garage located on private residential property. The garage door does not have a lock. I last saw the bicycle in the garage and later discovered that it was missing.

Reid Viper

Location

Home
2243 N Hoyne Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 6, 2026 - 12:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Color: 
Blue
Size: 
24” or 26”
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Blue Reid Viper bike. R on the front (not “viper”

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?: 
Porch or yard.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
Bike was tucked against house under porch
Incident Description: 
Returned home from work/school to find bike was missing.

Specialized Allez Elite

Location

Foxtrot market
1562 N Wells St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 6, 2026 - 12:30pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Road Bike
Color: 
Black
Size: 
60cm
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Good condition, shimano pedals, white and red water bottle, triathlon tag with bib #7323

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?: 
5 hours

Specialized 82918-7501

Location

Apartment Building - 1925 S May
1925 S May St
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Tuesday, October 6, 2026 - 9:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Cruiser / Comfort Bike
Serial No.: 
WSBC92008387N
Color: 
All Black with Highlights in Blue and Pink
Size: 
XSmall
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Has a Specialized brand Frame, has gears, rusty chain, has highlights of pink and blue on it.

Lock Information

How was the lock defeated?: 
Not locked.
Lock Type: 
Other
What was the bike locked to?: 
Bike not locked.

Incident Description

Which type of area was your bike stolen from?: 
Bike was in a locked apartment or residence.
How was the bike locked?: 
Not locked.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
6 months
Incident Description: 
Bike is left on a third floor apartment building, with other bikes. In the morning when checking on the bike, it seemed to be stolen but they left the other 3 bikes in the apartment building. Not sure at what time it may have occurred.

Jamis Coda S3

Location

2144 N Lawndale
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, October 5, 2026 - 8:00am

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
G220510710
Color: 
Monterrey Grey
Size: 
21
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Like new condition; black cell phone mount and and black headlight mounted on front handlebars; black Kryptonite U-lock mounted on the seat tube.

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?: 
Unlocked in my private garage. Left garage door open for 15 minutes at 8:00am
Incident Description: 
Bike was unlocked in my private garage. Garage door left open for 15 minutes at 8:00am

Trek Marlin 4 Gen 3 Small 27.5 inch Wheels

Location

Waters Elementary School
4540 N. Campbell Ave
Chicago , IL
United States
See map: Google Maps

Date of Theft

Monday, September 28, 2026 - 2:00pm

Basic Bike Info

Bicycle Type: 
Hybrid Bike
Serial No.: 
WTU141CV0003V
Color: 
Matte Black
Size: 
Fits riders 5'1" - 5'5"
Condition of Bicycle / Distinguishing Features: 
Brand new, only two weeks old when stolen. Matte black color, said Trek on the side in gold letters. Had a water bottle cage and extra lights installed on front and back.

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 front wheel and frame to object.
How long was the bike locked in this location?: 
6 hours
Incident Description: 
Bike was locked to bike rack in front of my son's school. He saw it there at recess. When he went outside at the end of the school day it was gone, along with his lock and helmet.