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LOCK IT DON’T LOSE IT
Around £3 million-worth of motorcycles are stolen each month, so keep your bike safe from thieves
Whether your bike is at home, or you need to leave it on the street, it’s always a target for thieves. There are lots of simple steps you can take to cut the risk of criminals stealing your bike.
1. LOCK IT INSIDE. Keep your bike garaged. If you don’t have a garage, a sturdy motorbike storage shed is the next best thing.
2. KEEP IT CHAINED UP.
If possible, install a ground anchor at home and chain the bike to it. If you don’t have a ground anchor, still use a stout security chain that’s highly rated by the security experts at Thatcham (thatcham.org).
3. IMMOBILISE IT. Use an alarm and immobiliser (your insurer may insist on this). Look for devices with Thatcham approval.
4. PARK CAREFULLY.
Whenever possible use a dedicated motorcycle parking bay with fixed locking points.
5. USE A LOCK WHEN YOU’RE OUT AND ABOUT.
A good quality chain or D-lock will slow down a thief or persuade them to pinch another bike that’s less well protected. A disc-lock is a good lightweight option.
6. DON’T FORGET YOUR LID. Take your helmet with you when you park your bike or buy a lockable helmet bag.
7. FIT A TRACKER. There are dedicated tracking devices from the likes of Tracker (tracker.co.uk), although a hidden Apple AirTag or Galaxy SmartTag are budget alternatives.
8. MARK IT. Tiny markings like Alpha Dot or a TheftMark MicroDot help the police reunite owners with their stolen bikes if they are recovered.
TOP TIP
WHENEVER YOU LEAVE YOUR BIKE IN PUBLIC, MAKE SURE IT CAN BE SEEN. DON’T PARK OUT OF SIGHT WHERE THIEVES WILL BE ABLE TO WORK UNNOTICED AND UNCHALLENGED.
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