• Tuxman@sh.itjust.works
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      My bad 🤣 calling it a sticker is a bit reductive. It takes time and effort to remove without damaging the bike, and it’s a sign for thieves that this bike is in a prevention database.

      • Surp@lemmy.world
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        Ehh serial numbers can be filed off I’m sure thieves don’t care about getting $20 for a bike anyways if it’s some paint damage. A cheap can of rustolium might be an investment the thief makes to prevent rusting on the filed off part as well

    • Katana314@lemmy.world
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      While the stickers are one option, you can also enter the bike’s serial, which is etched on at manufacture time. It’s a little less likely they’ll check, but good to have a record especially for anyone buying a bike used.