The City of Davis is partnering with UC Davis, Bike Davis and the Bike Campaign to combat bike theft in Davis by offering free online bicycle registration through Bike Index, which is a national registry. Separately, bike owners may register their bicycle directly with the Davis Police Department. Both online systems allow you to submit detailed information regarding your bicycle, including a photo and/or a copy of your receipt. Oftentimes, when a bike is reported stolen, the serial number is not readily available. By registering your bicycle we will have the serial number and description available, when provided, which allows Dispatchers to enter the property into the California Automated Property System which makes it easier to contact the rightful owner when the bike is recovered.

Registering your bike is easy!

To register your bicycle(s) you will need to visit the Bike Index Registration page. It’s imperative to provide as much information about your bicycle possible, including manufacturer make and model, serial number, color, any identifying details, and pictures into the Bike Index database.

If your Bike has been stolen, please follow the following steps:

1. File an online police report by following the steps on the Online Crime Reporting page.
2. Register your bicycle with the Bike Index Registration page or If your bike is already registered with Bike Index, all you have to do is log in, click "edit" on that bike, and click "Report stolen."
3. Look for your bike on Bike Index and Social Media
4. Watch for your bike being sold online

If your bike is located and returned to you, you must notify both the police department and BikeIndex.org. 

Bicycle Registration Form