How can you successfully protect your beloved bike from thieves? L&A Motorcycle Safety has collected some useful tips to make life difficult for motorcycle thieves. And your easier: protect your bike with 10 practical tips
1. Do not just rely on steering wheel lock:
Quality chain or disc locks deter thieves.
2. At the same time use two additional locks of different types:
Professional thieves often specialize in some locks.
3. Do not forget to turn off the motorcycle:
Not on abandoned side streets or backyard, but on busy roads.
4. To tour with many bikers:
In rest areas, go to the bathroom one by one, so that someone always watches motorcycles.
5. Attach motorcycle:
With chain lock for example on a tree or lamp post, so it can not be carried easily.
6. On tours with overnight stays:
Always choose hotels with underground parking or private parking.
7. Despite the hectic preparations for the tour:
Don't forget the extra locks at home!
8. Choose a good motorcycle insurance:
This replaces damage not only with complete loss, but also with theft of spare parts.
9. Finger locks away from tubular cylinder:
These are cracked by specialists in a few seconds.
10. Alarm system with vibration detector:
It helps when you're near a bike, but you can't always monitor it.
What to do if it is too late to get good advice?
Unfortunately, we have no talent that protects your motorcycle 100% from theft.
That's why we want you to know what you need to do, even if that happens. So from the beginning:
If you notice a motorcycle theft, you should first contact the police and your insurance company.
If your bicycle is stolen abroad, it's best to report it to the local police. This will allow you to search for the culprits, increasing the chance of seeing your motorcycle again.
The officers will work with you to prepare a protocol for theft, which you will provide to your insurance company.
In addition, you must attach copies of your vehicle registration and proof of ownership, as well as proof of existing keys.
Then your insurance company can take care of it as soon as possible until at least the damage is compensated.