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Police Scotland: Is your motorcycle a target for thieves?

Consider the following security tips to keep you motorcycle safe and secure:

• Fit a combined alarm and immobiliser.

• Fit a tracker.

• Use chains and disc locks. The more security on your bike the longer it takes to overcome them and so the less attractive it is to a thief.

• When using chains and locks, ensure they are secured to a solid anchor point. Keep them off the ground where possible as this makes them more difficult to cut off.

• Cover your motorcycle and ensure the cover is attached to the security device.

• Use industry tested products. Thatcham, Sold Secure and Secured By Design are recommended security testing schemes in the UK. Always activate the steering lock.

• Do not leave your helmet or other possessions on the motorcycle or in luggage space or panniers.

• Where possible use Parkmark accredited parking, as these areas should be more secure. See https://orlo.uk/Rcf4T for a list of accredited car parks. Alternatively, park in well-lit areas, ideally where there is CCTV.

• Ensure you have a note of your vehicle identification number.

• When travelling abroad you may wish to enquire about secure parking facilities at your destination.

For further Crime Prevention Information visit https://orlo.uk/usorG or contact your local Community Officer by calling 101

If you have any Information in relation to stolen motorcycles, please contact Police Scotland telephone numbers on 101 or 999 in an emergency or report crime anonymously via the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111

Don’t give thieves an easy ride!

Motorcycles and scooters are an easy target for thieves. While these criminals are becoming more sophisticated in their methods, by following a few simple steps, you can reduce your chances of becoming a victim.

– Ensure your bike is fitted with a combined alarm and immobiliser which will deter thieves when the alarm sounds.

– Attach both a disc lock and U-lock. Do not rely on one device, the more security placed on your bike, the less attractive it is to a thief.

– Try to park under street lights- When applying your locks, ensure they are secured to a solid anchor point or a permanent piece of street furniture. Keep the lock off the ground where possible as this makes it difficult to cut off.

– Cover your motorcycle and ensure the cover is attached to the security device.

– If possible, use ‘Thatcham’ or ‘sold secure’ approved devices. These have been tested by the industry.

– Ensure you always activate the steering lock.

– Avoid leaving your helmet or other possessions on the motorcycle, in luggage space or panniers.

– Look out for car parks that are accredited to the ‘Parkmark’ scheme, as they are safer places to park vehicles. Log onto www.parkmark.co.uk for a list of car parks on your area.

– Be vigilant, ensure that you are not being followed home and check for suspicious items attached to your motorcycle or transporting vehicle/trailer that could be used to track your whereabouts.

– Tracking Devices are an effective covert security measure. They may not prevent your motorcycle from being stolen, it will assist in tracing and recovering the vehicle quickly.

– Marking and Identification Systems such as Datatag ID which can be attached to various parts of your motorcycle.

Datatag assists in identifying the owner of the vehicle should it be stolen and later recovered even if the motorcycle has been taken apart.

For more information visit www.datatag.co.uk.

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