by Jordani Sarreal
2025-03-09T06:00:00-0500
Topics: Bike Protection
Topics: Bike Protection
At Bike Index, we’re focused on leveraging technology to combat bike theft and help people stay connected to their bikes, even when the worst happens. That’s why we’re excited to see Tempo's innovative approach to bike theft protection.
Tempo is tapping into our comprehensive bike registry API to build a powerful solution that not only makes bikes easier to track and recover but also offers financial protection to cyclists.
As you may have seen in our recent 2025 Annual Bike Theft Report, 49% of bike theft victims took over one month to replace their stolen bike, while 11% never replaced their stolen bike at all.
Bike theft remains one of the biggest hurdles cyclists face. Recent data shows a concerning rise in bike theft, with 2.4 million bikes stolen annually in the U.S. alone—making bikes 2.5 times more likely to be stolen than cars. Yet, despite the prevalence of bike theft, few solutions on the market truly address both the recovery and financial impact of losing a bike.
That’s where Tempo’s new program comes in.
By partnering with Bike Index, Tempo is enhancing its theft protection offering, making it more than just a deterrent. With Tempo’s service, cyclists can benefit from a digital recovery network backed by the extensive reach of Bike Index’s bike registry with over 1.3 million registered bikes.
This integration ensures that if a bike is stolen, there’s a greater chance of recovery, as the bike is easily searchable by law enforcement, bike shops, and fellow cyclists who can assist in locating it.
But Tempo doesn’t stop there—they’re also offering financial protection. If a bike isn’t recovered, Tempo provides up to $1,000 to replace it, giving cyclists the peace of mind they need to know that their investment is protected.
Integration with Bike Index: The seamless connection between Tempo and Bike Index’s bike registry allows for quicker, more efficient tracking and recovery of stolen bikes. With over 58 million cyclists in the U.S. and Canada, this vast network significantly increases the chances of recovering stolen bikes.
Personalized Recovery Pages: Each bike protected by Tempo gets a unique web page to help in recovery. This page provides vital information to anyone who comes across a stolen bike, from police officers to local bike shops, making it easier to return the bike to its rightful owner.
Financial Support: If the bike is not recovered, Tempo offers up to $1,000 to replace it, helping cyclists avoid the emotional and financial strain of losing their bike.
We’re thrilled to see companies like Tempo innovating and developing these types of solutions, as bike theft remains an ongoing problem in communities worldwide. The tools and technology Tempo offers, combined with Bike Index’s extensive registry, create a holistic approach to bike security that cyclists have been waiting for.
As bike theft continues to rise, with a 15% increase in reported thefts in 2024 alone, solutions like Tempo’s are more important than ever. By offering both recovery and financial protection, Tempo is not just addressing the symptoms of bike theft but tackling the problem head-on.
As we seek to end bike theft entirely, having a tool like Tempo’s in your corner can make a real difference in securing your bike—and your peace of mind. We’re proud to see the cycling world evolving with new solutions like this and are excited about the potential for innovation to continue in the fight against bike theft.