Bike theft is on the rise - Don't be a victim, register your bike.

UMass Boston

Love your bike? Keep it safe.

1 Your Contact Information

By registering your bike or scooter with UMass Boston, you allow them to view your contact information. In most cases, you would only be contacted by UMass Boston if there is a question about your bike, registration or alert, or if your bike was found. You can also update these permissions in your user settings at any time.

Email Address

Welcome back! Please enter your password to continue.

Password

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Full Name

Postal Code

Country

Student ID

Share Information with Law Enforcement

This lets the police contact you quickly, even if you haven't reported your bike missing.

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2 Your bike/scooter information

These details are critical to capture with your registration.

You will be able to add more information later, but this is the most important information the community, universities and law enforcement will need to help you recover your bike if it is ever stolen.

Bike/Scooter Type

Is your battery certified by an NRTL?

An NRTL is a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory such as UL, ETL, TÜV, or CSA. Click here to learn more...

Manufacturer

Model

Frame color

Accent color

Serial Number

It's usually on the bottom bracket. Get help finding your serial number...

That looks like a frame part number (which is not unique), not a serial number. Please check again.

You have already registered a bike with this serial number. If you want to edit your registration, go to Your Garage to select the bike.

529 Shield ID

Haven't heard of the 529 Shield? Click here to learn more...

After you register, we will coordinate with Student Affairs Technology Services to activate your BeaconCard for access to the secured bike shelter. Once your access is confirmed, we’ll send you an email so you can pick up your free shield from our office between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday. Shields are optional but strongly encouraged as a visual deterrent and registration aid. This benefit is available to students and employees registering a bike, e-bike, scooter, or e-scooter.

Shield Pickup Locations

Transportation Services

Service & Supply, Lower Level 100 Morrissey Blvd. Boston, MA 02125

Other Registry ID

Purchase Type

Value

Currency

3 Your Bike Photos

Photos recover bikes!

The majority of recovered bikes have photos in their registration. We've listed the most important ones but add as many as you can.

Add Photos

Side

A clear side profile makes your bike instantly recognizable if it's lost or stolen.

You and your bike

A photo of you with your bike helps prove it's yours if it's ever recovered.

Receipt

Police and finders often ask for proof of purchase before returning a recovered bike. This photo stays private.

What to look for

Scratches, stickers, or custom parts. Unique details make your bike easier to spot and return.

Tips

Use a cable lock for securing accessories and a highly rated U-Lock to secure your frame.

Secure your back wheel and frame with a highly rated U-lock to an approved bike rack.

How to Report a Bike/Scooter Theft

If your bike or scooter is missing, it's important to report it to law enforcement - this helps the police better understand the scope of the problem. It will also be necessary for an insurance claim or to collect it from any law enforcement agency that recovers the bike. To report your bike or scooter, follow the steps below:

1 Start an alert on your bike/scooter on the 529 Garage website or app.

If you aren't registered yet - register first with all the information that you have about your bike/scooter, and then start the alert.

Go to Your Garage

2 Contact our non-emergency contact information below.

Website

https://www.umb.edu/transportation/

Call

617.287.5041

Visit

Transportation Services | Service & Supply, Lower Level | 100 Morrissey Bvd. Boston, MA 02125

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