Secure your motorcycle !
15/07/2011 14:28
On the whole, motorcycle owners put more love and care into their machines than do owners of cars or trucks. That "love and care" directly translates into hundreds of dollars spent on customizations and maintenance. Sadly, between 30,000 to 50,000 bikes are stolen each year in the United States alone (based on heft rates from 2000 through 2005). And to think, many of these thefts could have been prevented with a little common sense and security.
Most modern bikes (larger than a scooter) have some form of factory immobilization that prevents casual theft, but such immobilizers alone won't stop a determined thief. It's therefore best to consider an electronic security system, often called an "alarm." A good alarm system does more than just make noise, it has circuitry that prevents false triggers, adds secondary points of immobilization, and sounds a loud siren only when a threat against your bike is real. Some have digital tilt sensors, shock sensors and other sensors that trip the system into action.
Motorbike locks and chains are great for those who travel a lot on their bike, and should be an essential component of any bike security system. However, those who do not have a garage and will need to lock their bike up on a drive overnight should look into additional security for this style of storage. Ground anchors are a great way to secure a bike that is parked on a drive overnight, and they can be relatively quick and easy to secure. Datatool have a couple of different models available, one that can be bolted to the ground, and one that needs to be secured into the drive with concrete. This is a great idea for any bike owners who are having their drive resurfaced, and may wish to incorporate a ground anchor installation into the process.
Use a layered approach for your motorbike security. Common sense dictates that you put your bike in a location that is not an obvious target for thieves. You'll then need a chain or U-lock to prevent casual theft. And lastly, even if your bike has a factory immobilizer, the addition of an electronic alarm or tracking system will act as a significant deterrent to theft.
Most modern bikes (larger than a scooter) have some form of factory immobilization that prevents casual theft, but such immobilizers alone won't stop a determined thief. It's therefore best to consider an electronic security system, often called an "alarm." A good alarm system does more than just make noise, it has circuitry that prevents false triggers, adds secondary points of immobilization, and sounds a loud siren only when a threat against your bike is real. Some have digital tilt sensors, shock sensors and other sensors that trip the system into action.
Motorbike locks and chains are great for those who travel a lot on their bike, and should be an essential component of any bike security system. However, those who do not have a garage and will need to lock their bike up on a drive overnight should look into additional security for this style of storage. Ground anchors are a great way to secure a bike that is parked on a drive overnight, and they can be relatively quick and easy to secure. Datatool have a couple of different models available, one that can be bolted to the ground, and one that needs to be secured into the drive with concrete. This is a great idea for any bike owners who are having their drive resurfaced, and may wish to incorporate a ground anchor installation into the process.
Use a layered approach for your motorbike security. Common sense dictates that you put your bike in a location that is not an obvious target for thieves. You'll then need a chain or U-lock to prevent casual theft. And lastly, even if your bike has a factory immobilizer, the addition of an electronic alarm or tracking system will act as a significant deterrent to theft.