Motorbike Theft

Like car crime, most motorbike crime is opportunistic and therefore preventable to a certain extent.

By following these safety tips you can try to minimize the risk that your motorbike will be stolen and you becoming just another victim of crime!

• Never compromise and always fit an alarm

• Always lock your bike and set your alarm

• Not always possible I know, especially in Central London, but when leaving your bike for a long period of time try to lock it to something secure

• If there is nothing secure in the ground “daisy chain” your lock and chain with the bike next to yours

• Mark your bike with its vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

• As an added deterrent add some kind of “sold secure” front disc lock or chain

• Buy a “tracker” and have it fitted professionally

• Don’t leave items such as helmets with your bike

• Use a bike cover

• When in City areas try to use a secure SUPERVISED parking area i.e. NCP etc

• At home always lock your bike in the garage overnight and make sure it’s also alarmed

• If you don’t have a garage make sure it’s securely anchored to something solid and within sight

• Use a motorbike cover

And alternatively if you’re still worried, leave the expensive bike at home and get yourself a “twist and go” scooter!