There are several ways you can lower the risk of your bike being stolen. However, no method is foolproof. The fact that none has stolen your bike before does not mean that it will not happen today or in the future. There are several reported cases of motorcycle theft. Usually, popular bikes or those with expensive parts are the major targets. Places, where motorcycles gather such as races, charity ride, place shows, and much more, are often targeted. The following are some tips to follow:
Avoid Tempting Thieves
Ideally, if your bike is less visible, the less likely it will be spotted by a thief. Thus, if you do not have a garage in your home, keep the bike covered. When the thief does not know what is underneath, it becomes difficult for him or her to determine how to steal it. For instance, if you put a BMW cover on your cheap bike, it will give the impression that your bike is hard to steal.
Steer Clear
The first-step defense is your bike’s steering lock. This will discourage the maneuvering of the bike. It is advisable to have the ignition lock and steering lock separate. This will require the thief to defeat both locks to escape with your bike.
Keep It Up
It does not matter the type of lock you are using; you should avoid placing it on the ground. This is because the ground offers the thief sufficient leverage to break it. When it is locked above the ground, the thief will not have the much-needed leverage to break or tamper with the lock.
Buy Quality Security Devices
You should go for quality stuff when shopping for anti-theft motorcycle devices. For instance, you can purchase U-locks, alarmed disc locks, asymmetrical chains and hardened steel.
Use Alarms
The good thing about alarms is that they attract the attention of other people. Thus, even if your bike has a false alarm, it will deter the thief. It is a good idea to look for a unique alarm sound that will get the attention of people.
Shine a Light
When parking outside, you should choose a well-lit, conspicuous area. If you cannot lock the bike to something stationary and solid, you can lock it to your other bike. Even plastering the bike with alarm stickers can deter potential thieves.…
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