Success Stories
So far, 153 times a bike thief has picked the wrong target. Across 14 countries, £500k+ worth of bikes and motorcycles are still rightfully in their owners possession.
And we're just getting started. Our mission is to make bike and motorcycle theft a thing of the past — worldwide. The map below shows where it's worst, and where we've already turned the tide.
Real Stories of attempted theft
153 stories
LITELOK X1 Saves E-Cargo Bike in Portland #153
A determined thief attempted to steal Steve’s $3,000 Xtracycle Hopper e-cargo bike from a bus stop in Portland, Oregon. Secured with a LITELOK X1,...
LITELOK X1 Saves E-Bike in California #152
When a grinder attack put Charles’s LITELOK X1 to the test, the lock held firm, protecting his e-bike and getting his family safely home.
LITELOK GO Saves Race Bike in Switzerland #151
Three bike thieves targeted Emanuel’s CHF 1,200 road bike in broad daylight in Basel, Switzerland. Using the saddle of another bike as a lever,...
LITELOK X1 Saves E-Bike in London #150
When Ed left a £1,500 e-bike overnight outside Nunhead station, an angle grinder attack could have ended in theft. Find out how the LITELOK...
LITELOK X3 Saves E-Bike in Edinburgh #149
An attempted theft on Portobello High Street left Andrew’s £2,500 Boardman 8.9e safe, with only superficial damage to his LITELOK X3. The lock took...
LITELOK X1 Saves Triumph Motorcycle in Bulgaria #148
Derek’s Triumph Street Scrambler was targeted in an attempted theft in Bulgaria. Discover how strategically positioning his LITELOK X1 helped prevent the bike from...
LITELOK X1 MINI Saves Canyon Bike in London #147
When thieves targeted Stuart’s £2,700 Canyon Citylite in London, the LITELOK X1 MINI stood up to an apparent angle grinder attack and kept his...
LITELOK ONE Saves Bike in North Carolina #146
When thieves tried to steal Olive’s Specialized bike in Charlotte, North Carolina, they came equipped with bolt cutters. Thanks to her LITELOK ONE, the...
LITELOK X1 Saves Motorcycle in Glasgow #145
When thieves targeted Philip’s Yamaha 900 TDM at around 3am on 21 July in Cardonald, Glasgow, one security device changed the outcome. Read how...
LITELOK X3 Saves Suzuki Bandit in Cheshire #144
After three thieves targeted his Suzuki Bandit GSF 650S in Widnes, David credits his Litelok X3 with preventing the theft. CCTV captured the failed...
LITELOK X3 Saves Motorcycle in Lancashire #143
When thieves armed with an angle grinder targeted Declan's Honda Hornet outside a gym in Burnley, they expected a quick getaway. Instead, they were...
LITELOK X3 Saves BMW R1250 RT in Croatia #142
A motorcycling holiday in Croatia turned into a real-world test of motorcycle security when Gary’s BMW R1250RT was targeted by thieves. Armed with an...
LITELOK X1 Saves E-Bike in Sheffield #141
In June 2026, Jan’s Mondraker Prime X was targeted in an attempted theft in Sheffield while secured with a LITELOK X1. Evidence later showed...
LITELOK X1 Saves E-Bike in Duisburg #140
When thieves targeted Felix’s Cube e-bike with an angle grinder attack in Duisburg, Germany, the LITELOK X1 stood strong. His bike was saved from...
LITELOK X1 Saves Bike in Somerville #139
Henry shares how an attempted bicycle theft in Somerville, Massachusetts was prevented when his LITELOK X1 held firm against an angle grinder attack overnight....
LITELOK X1 Saves Motorcycle in Birmingham #138
Jermaine’s motorcycle was targeted twice in two months by thieves using bolt cutters and an angle grinder. Despite determined attempts, his LITELOK X1 helped...
LITELOK X1 Saves Bike at Yale University #137
Most of our success stories start with a theft attempt. This one started with campus security removing abandoned bikes for the summer. When Yale...
LITELOK X1 Saves Bike in Florence #136
After parking their bike overnight in Florence, Italy, Raluca returned to find clear signs of an attempted theft. Despite angle grinder damage to the...
LITELOK X3 Saves £30k BMW R1300 GSA in Bradford #135
When thieves targeted Damian's £30,000 BMW R1300 GSA in Bradford, they smashed the steering lock and attempted to angle grind his LITELOK X3. Despite...
LITELOK X3 Saves Motorcycle in Rotherham #134
After thieves attempted to steal Emma's Yamaha XJ6 in Rotherham, the LITELOK X3 proved its worth. Despite moving the bike to a secluded location...
LITELOK X1 Saves Bike in Surrey #133
Elliot's Haibike, valued between £2,500 and £5,000, was targeted by thieves while locked at Ewell West Train Station. Despite their efforts, the bike remained...
LITELOK X1 Saves Bike in Seattle #132
When thieves targeted Michael’s bike in his Seattle apartment garage, the LITELOK X1 stood its ground. After failing to cut through the lock, the...
LITELOK X3 Saves Honda Motorcycle in Tredegar #131
While travelling through Wales, Alexey’s Honda NX500 was targeted in an overnight theft attempt involving cutters and multiple grinder attacks. Secured with only a...
LITELOK X1 Saves Honda Rebel Motorcycle in Lancaster #130
Mike’s Honda Rebel 1100 was targeted in a late-night theft attempt in Lancaster, but his LITELOK X1 held firm against bolt cutters, preventing the...
LITELOK X1 Saves Bike in Bury St Edmunds #129
Outside The Corn Exchange Wetherspoons in Bury St Edmunds, Will’s custom GT Palomar was targeted in an attempted theft. Thanks to the LITELOK X1,...
LITELOK X1 Saves BMW R1300GS in Portsmouth #128
After thieves attempted to steal a BMW R1300GS outside a Portsmouth hotel, the rider’s LITELOK X1 successfully resisted a bolt cropper attack and prevented...
LITELOK X1 Saves E-Bike in Australia #127
When thieves targeted Victor’s custom titanium e-bike in a gated Melbourne apartment garage, the LITELOK X1 faced a real-world angle grinder attack, and won....
LITELOK X3 Saves BMW R1300GS in Swansea #126
After an attempted motorcycle theft in Swansea, David shared how his LITELOK X3 protected his BMW R1300GS from thieves using an angle grinder. The...
LITELOK X1 PLUS Saves Triumph Motorcycle in Lancaster #125
Neil shares how his new motorcycle security setup was put to the test just days after purchase, when thieves attempted to steal his Triumph...
LITELOK X1 Saves Royal Enfield in Bristol #124
When Mike’s motorcycle was targeted in an overnight theft attempt in Bristol, multiple locks were defeated, but one held strong. Discover how the LITELOK...
LITELOK X1 PLUS Saves BMW 1300 GS in Bristol #123
A real-world theft attempt on a BMW 1300 GS in Bristol was stopped thanks to the LITELOK X1 PLUS, demonstrating its strength against bolt...
LITELOK X1 Saves Motorcycle in Nottingham #122
After thieves cut through a chain in a Nottingham garden, only the LITELOK X1 stood between them and a stolen Yamaha R125. Built to...
LITELOK X1 Saves Bike in Vancouver #121
After months of storage, Dan returned to find metal filings and clear signs of an angle grinder attack, but his bike was still secure....
LITELOK X1 Saves Motorcycle in Grimsby #120
When thieves targeted Dan’s motorcycle in the early hours of the morning, his layered security setup was put to the test. Armed with an...
LITELOK X1 Saves KTM Motorcycle in Canary Wharf #119
In Canary Wharf one February night, Anastasios’s £12,000 KTM 1290 Super Adventure was targeted by thieves but protected by a LITELOK X1. Thanks to...
LITELOK X3 Saves BMW F900GS Motorcycle in Naples #118
Carlo’s BMW F900GS, valued at 14,500 euros, faced a daring theft attempt in Naples. Despite thieves using an angle grinder, the LITELOK X3 lock...
LITELOK X1 Saves E-Bike in The Hague #117
Chris’s brand-new Gazelle Chamonix C7 in The Hague faced a theft attempt in the early hours, but the LITELOK X1 ensured it stayed safe....
LITELOK X1 Saves Kawasaki Motorcycle in Leeds #116
Mostafa’s Kawasaki ER6N was under attack by three determined thieves in Leeds, but thanks to his LITELOK X1, the thieves were thwarted. While his...
LITELOK X1 Saves £7,000 Motorcycle in London #115
When thieves struck a £7,000 motorcycle in London, one lock failed in seconds, but the LITELOK X1 didn’t. This real-world attempted theft shows why...
LITELOK X3 Saves Motorcycle in Stockport #114
Isaac’s brand-new motorcycle was targeted by thieves outside the Redrock cinema in Stockport. Thanks to his LITELOK X3, the attack failed, even against a...
LITELOK X1 Saves E-Bike in London #113
Gareth’s high-value e-bike faced multiple theft attempts, but when switched to LITELOK, thieves couldn’t get past the lock. A perfect example of strength, convenience,...
LITELOK X1 Saves E-Bike in Berlin #112
Bike theft is an unfortunate reality in Berlin, especially in shared apartment yards where other bikes have disappeared before. But when thieves attempted to...
LITELOK X3 Saves E-Bike in Australia #111
When Carlie invested $4,500 in her e-bike, she knew protecting it was just as important as riding it. Living in Newcastle, Australia, where bike...
LITELOK X1 Saves E-Scooter in Switzerland #110
At Coppet Gare in Switzerland, thieves tried repeatedly to steal Haydn’s €700 e-scooter. Armed with bolt cutters and leverage tools, they failed, thanks to...
LITELOK X3 Saves BMW GSA near Mont Blanc #109
When thieves broke into a garage near Mont Blanc to steal a £17,000 BMW 1250 GSA, one lock failed in seconds, but the LITELOK...
LITELOK X1 Saves E-Mountain Bike in Edinburgh #108
Emma’s E-mountain bike in Edinburgh was the target of an attempted theft, but thanks to her LITELOK and other security devices, the bike stayed...
LITELOK X1 Saves E-Bike in The Hague #107
Chris thought the X1 might be “overkill” for his new-to-him e-bike, but when he discovered a cut from a failed theft attempt, he knew...
LITELOK X3 Saves Honda Africa Twin Motorcycle in Newcastle #106
At 2:35 AM in Newcastle, thieves cut through chains and forced a garage door, but when they hit the LITELOK X3, they gave up,...
LITELOK X1 Saves BMW Motorcycle in Watford #105
After three targeted theft attempts, John’s BMW S1000XR was attacked again at 3am outside his home in Watford. Despite threats and an angle grinder,...
LITELOK X1 Saves Bike in San Francisco #104
In the early hours of a San Francisco morning, a cyclist’s $1600 bike faced an attempted theft. Despite the effort to break it free,...
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