How to Keep Your Motorcycle Secure

If you own a motorcycle, it is probably your pride and joy! That’s why you’ll want to do everything possible to keep your bike secure. But how do you stay one step ahead of the thieves whose job it is to steal bikes? With a little bit of thought and preparation, you can keep your bike safe.

Keep it Out of Sight

One of the most important elements about keeping your bike safe is keeping it out of sight. If you live in a residential neighborhood, there are many workarounds for keeping your motorcycle safe. You can park it in your backyard or fenced-in side yard, or you can put it in your garage. Wherever you put it, don’t forget to lock it up.

If you live in an apartment complex, things can be a bit trickier. If your apartment complex has sufficient off-street parking, you can use that space. Make sure to keep your bike covered with a motorcycle cover to keep people driving by from being able to see what you drive. But you’ll need more security measures if you really want to keep your bike safe.

Lock it Up

One of the simplest and best measures you can take to keep your bike secure is to invest in high-quality locks. First, always keep your steering lock on when the bike is parked. Second, try to find the best-rated disc lock you can find. A thick chain will help you attach your bike so that thieves can’t put it in the back of a truck or trailer and drive away with it.

Alarms and GPS Tracking

If you want some more contemporary solutions to theft deterrence, motorcycle alarms can be very effective. These security systems immediately draw attention to the area which could cause the thief to panic and leave. Another valuable security measure is a GPS tracking system. This type of system comes in handy if your bike is stolen.

Hopefully, this brief guide has inspired you to take another look at your motorcycle security measures and maybe even invest in some useful gear. At Jim Moroney's Inc., we have a wide selection of different motorcycles if you’re entering the market for a new ride. Stop by our location in New Windsor, NY, to check out what we’ve got in stock. We welcome all those in Newburgh and Cornwall.