# Theft-Proof Electric Bikes The VanMoof Electrified S2 is Impervious to the Attempts of Thieves By Joey Haar | Published 2018-05-29 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vanmoof-electrified-s2 References: [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/2018/5/29/17404180/vanmoof-s2-x2-price-date-specs) & [vanmoof](https://www.vanmoof.com/default/smart-s) Riding a bike in the city has its dangers, both in terms of one's physical safety and one's material safety, and while the capabilities of the [VanMoof](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vanmoof-s4-and-x4) Electrified S2 will likely leave bike thieves licking their chops, the new [smart bicycle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-ebike1) is ready to handle whatever those criminals can throw at it. The bike has an inventive and sneaky locking system that makes thieves hard-pressed to take it. 'Stealth Lock' is VanMoof's newest locking tech, and as the name suggests, many thieves might not even notice it's there at all. The VanMoof Elecrified S2 has a small button on the other side of the rear cassette that can be pressed manually with a light kick, through a passcode on the handlebars, within the app, or automatically when users leave their bike thanks to [Bluetooth connectivity](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aventon-level-3). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Smart Bicycle Security:** The VanMoof Electrified S2's inventive 'Stealth Lock' system presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the bike security industry. - **Integrated Locking Technology:** The use of a small button, passcode, and Bluetooth connectivity on the VanMoof Electrified S2 unlocks potential for disruptive innovations in lock technology. - **Anti-theft Bike Accessories:** The VanMoof Electrified S2's theft-proof features inspire opportunities for disruptive innovation in the bike accessory market. ### Who This Affects Most - **Bike Security:** The VanMoof Electrified S2's advanced locking system revolutionizes the bike security industry with its innovative features. - **Lock Technology:** The VanMoof Electrified S2's integrated lock technology opens up new possibilities for disruptive innovations in the lock industry. - **Bike Accessories:** The VanMoof Electrified S2's anti-theft design creates a niche for disruptive innovations in the bike accessory industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cargo-Friendly Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vanmoof-s5-and-a5.md) - [Ultra-Secure Gravel eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultrasecure-gravel-ebikes.md) - [High-End Low-Cost Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vanmoof-s4-and-x4.md) - [Darkly Demure Urbanite eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vanmoof-s5-and-a5-dark-grey.md) - [Sleek All-Black E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/s3-aluminum.md) - [Intelligent Cycling Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intelligent-cycling-system.md) - [Featherweight Smart E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/featherweight-smart-ebike.md) - [Anti-Theft eBike Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bosch-battery-lock.md) - [AI-Enhanced Smart Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aienhanced-smart-bikes.md)