Top 8 tips to protect your motorcycle - Motorcycle Security Systems

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Motorcycle Security Systems - What you have to know?
In this video I am going to talk about popular locks on the market and will give you 8 very useful tips how to protect your motorcycle.
We love our motorcycles, it doesn't matter how much they cost. Our worst nightmare is to find out that the bike is stolen. I don’t want even to think about it. Let see what we can do to prevent this happens.
The first barrier against thieves is your ignition key system. It doesn’t matter how difficult is to unlock it, how many million combinations the key has or what kind of profile it is, it will be broken in just few seconds. They will use a special tool, known as “breaker”. It is a hard peace of steel, imitate the shape of your key. They insert it in the ignition and with the help of small wrench rotate it to the right. First they will unlock the forks and then will start your motorcycle, so simple, no more than 10 seconds. If you have new bike, build after 2000, you might have immobilizer system. This system won’t let the engine start unless is made with the original key. That is nice, so now you can sleep well. Not really! First of all, if you have expensive bike like BMW 1000 RR or Ducati, you have to know that thieves have s special software to start your engine without the key. Second it is a bike, it is not a car. It could be easy push out of your garage or even loaded in a van. You have to think for some kind of hardware to protect your motorcycle.
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[@JustMeTalking]

Park your bike in the worst area you can find. Leave it unlocked and keys in ignition. Then hide closeby with a crowbar and wait 10 minutes to eliminate all the scum moving in on your bike. Then go get dinner, leaving pile of wounded bodies next to your bike as deterant.

[@workslave]

Amen brother

[@romakayak]

Then wait to be attested by the police for multiple assaults!

[@josephroe6506]

Yeah or use double 0 buckshot

[@cryptomode7900]

you just made my day ahaahaha

[@NikolajA1995]

Seems legit

[@abitofmymind]

I remove my engine after every ride and store it in my attic

[@comedyman112]

iveco shop I bet they would be willing to steal even a nice, empty frame. Haha

[@owennelson4829]

iveco shop what the hell?

[@gcirc]

iveco shop 🤣 this guy

[@BucketWheat]

I used to do that on my Suzuki...but I once forget where I put the engine, and it took me 2 months to find it...in the BASEMENT..!! Who woulda figured.?

[@zerotonine807]

Made my day ;-D 😂

[@NobodyWhatsoever]

Something I appreciate about your channel is that you do travel, and you will answer these questions about at home as well as away from home. It seems like there are so many people who will shrug when asked what to do at a hotel, even just at the store. They basically expect their bike to be stolen, to have to file with insurance, and use that to replace the motorcycle. They just take it for granted. And so many people only ever ride for pleasure, either trailering the bike to where they begin riding, or just ride. And they'll do a loop, then go back to where they started, and go home. All of that ignores camping, hotels, going to work, stopping for a meal, a stop at the store, whatever, which happens for many people much more often than going on long tours. However, securing a bike as if one is touring means the motorcycle is less likely to be disappeared unexpectedly.

[@intwo1]

Excellent vid, chap clearly knows something about stealing bikes... best practical advice I've seen.

[@tommybarbarossa6405]

Hi, ich lache mich manchmal kaputt über Deinen trockenen Humor!!! Super gemacht, mein Freund!!! Tommy aus München

[@motorcycleadventures]

Danke!

[@PierreFerreira978]

lmao with the tent tip xD imagine you're sleeping peacefully and suddenly the whole tent is being dragged with you inside ^^ what a way to wake up

[@DobruchT]

You'll wake up long before the tent starts moving, hahaha - a tent's rope is extremely sensitive; you'd feel the slightest touch on it - I know it from experience :)))

[@brikfiend]

@@DobruchT tie it to your dk !

[@RaphaelAnthony]

Came to get ideas to secure my motorcycle, left with ideas in how to steal bikes >_

[@raymond060]

great video ;) I have a 2005 DL1000 Cstrom dirty, sctratched, oily chain and some drips of oil under the engine. I don't even need to insure it. I can sleep or have a beer with my firends in peace. It may not be a flashy bike and attracts attention but It's always there, always starts, no parts missing and it brings me on the pavement and in any trails... basically everywhere I want. Like my dog, iut's not a show dog sometimes chews my shoe but it's faithfull and stand by me. My wife can say the same about me lollll

[@raymond060]

Vstrom not Cstrom ;)

[@clakoclakson]

So you sometimes chew your wife's shoe?

[@dswissport8050]

Thank you. Straight talk no nonsense.

[@joedo3529]

Good video! I use an ABUS Lock with an alarm system and a heavy Hartmann chain. I have an old motorbike, I am more afraid they will cut the bike so they can steal the lock and the chain. ;)

[@motorcycleadventures]

Hahaha, good point, thank you for watching!

[@cecimigr20]

Joe Do hahahaga.. hilarious

[@NirHason]

LOL

[@VISP4RT4NIV]

Lmfaooo same

[@najimh5348]

HAHHAAHHAAAHHAHAHAAHA

[@edmundkonkolich8743]

My physical security includes a hardened chain covered in a segmented, articulated s.s. shroud to make it more difficult to cut through & a keyed, case hardened padlock with a hardened sleeve on the hasp used as a disclock. I made myself get used to using the disclock every time I parked, even in my own garage, so that it is now 2nd nature. Thank you, Pavlin, for all of your help to us riders. Keep it up, my friend.

[@nono-du7vb]

From my research it seems thieves hate big U-Locks the most. So that's what I got. Along with a wheel clamp and a brake lever lock (I use this when I'm roving). I love the idea of a personal alarm having a pin that gets pulled out should the bike be moved by thieves. Very useful and unexpected if done discretely, I'll look into that. Thanks again!

[@markjacobs6294]

I agree with 99% of your points. The other 1% is that 99% of thieves are not creative. They look for the easiest take and like you say are "lazy", that's why they are thieves. Anything to simply "slow them down" will make them look elsewhere in most cases. I'm lucky to now live in a rural area in the states with next to no crime. I always use the tent fly rope method and thought I was the only one...I've had Elk wake me by tripping over my tent ropes before. LOL.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Correct. I agree with you. Thank you for watching!

[@wrany72]

I don't think thieves are bringing wet towels either, but nice to know.

[@clakoclakson]

@Sami there's always one of these "wtf" comments on yt videos haha

[@coffeexmachina4376]

Another tip that may be a bit far fetched but is important is to not ''advertise'' your motorcycle especially in your neighborhood. Living in a big city means that if somebody spots your motorcycle somewhere 10km away from your home unless they follow you around, you should consider yourself safe. Most of the thefts are done by people that live very close to you and spot your motorcycle everyday and can learn about your habits. As for ''public expositon'' dont park your motorcycle in places with few people but neither park it infront of a night-club and have it photographed among with the lady at the entrance and posted in fb to advertise the club (sounds stupid but i have seen many people do so where i live...). Dont park or show-up with your bike in parts of your neighborhood where scum like the ones that get involved in thefts and such stuff gather. Dont post pictures on fb or make them only visible to a very small group of trustful people. Dont talk big about your motorcycle unless you intent to sell it. It seems stupid but you know what your bike can do and that should suffice.

[@BucketWheat]

Actually some good advice there... "Social Media" has become an effective tool for thieves! "Google Maps" show what people have in their backyards, and possible 'routes' to a house that would be out of sight of neighbors, and people post Vacation Pictures...telling everyone they are NOT at home for the next 10 days...and so on. And the people in front of a club -- including the 'Bouncer' -- don't give 2 cents about your bike...and will be more likely to LAUGH while it is being loaded into a trailer than to call Police...

[@tajln]

Ye thats why you gotta be friends with people who steal bikes so they dont steal yours

[@bigfly_214]

Coffee X Machina so you saying you gotta leave earth

[@dswissport8050]

Amen to this ❤

[@qdllc]

GREAT TIPS! I have a disc lock and heavy cable. On trips I pack them but rarely use them. Like they say with houses, "Locks just keep out the honest people." You can't stop a determined thief...just frustrate them enough that they look for an easier target.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Agree

[@Krapkarma]

I had a motorbike stolen in 1994. It was parked inside my locked garage with my car. The bike was on steering lock and would have to be lifted over the car to get it out unless you moved the car first. This was exactly what they did and at 3:20AM I ran down to see a utility truck with my bike on the back heading into the night. The point is if someone wants something they will take it regardless of how you try to make it a less attractive option to them. Always be insured and park wisely.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Nothing is 100% secure.

[@workslave]

My bike was stolen out of the parking garage of my apartment building. 3 guys. 1 patrolling the garage while the others worked on the bike. took them all of 25 seconds to cut the lock with a battery grinder and maybe 20 seconds to break the steering lock. In and out within 6 minutes. Now I'm very hesitant to buy a new bike bcs they'll likely come and steal it again in 2 weeks.. Very interested in how I can make my bike more secure. Thx for the video

[@motorcycleadventures]

Unfortunately this things are happens. The best solution in your case is to install alarm system in the garage, not on the bike. I hope this will help to keep the thieves away from your bike. Thanks for watching!

[@Cowboymanfromdownunder]

I'd buy a beautiful motorcycle and camp near it at night with a shotgun. Nobody fucks with my motorcycle.

[@limitless1692]

Hide a old smartphone with SIM in your bike and install a motion sensing app When the phone feels that the bike is moving it will automatically call you !

[@brikfiend]

Charging it ?

[@kevinulibarri5631]

Yes!

[@willyb933]

Great tips! I always believe that when travelling the best you can do is park in a public place and use a disk lock device that will make it a challenge for the thief and encourage him to move on..to an easier target. Thanks for sharing.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Yes, this is exactly what I do as well. Thank you for watching!

[@tim_nextvolleyball]

My bike was stolen last night. Wish I had watched this earlier... lots of things I would have done different.

[@xwhels]

My motorcycle got stolen 5 days ago and i swear to god my next bike will be more difficult to steal than a bank

[@tpv59]

Sorry to hear that.

[@kim_yong_un]

Hear hear, mine was stolen 3 weeks ago. Looking for better ways to protect now.

[@xwhels]

@@kim_yong_un here is what i did i park mine now inside the garage its got a tracker and an alarm two disk breaks with alarm and a New York carbine lock with a 5 foot chain and security cameras its not even an expensive bike its just a Gsx s750 2015 can it still be stolen yes is it worth the effort for any thief no

[@jammcguire1276]

@@xwhels I have a Versys X300 so the thief just left the bike, wrote me a note and some spare change!

[@billness2635]

Good points and showing how these devices can be defeated. You've changed what I was going to take and use for security this spring in Europe and Africa.

[@goonigoogoo5868]

i use a 20 level security chain and 2 disc locks, one has the alarm. i keep a good heavy cover over it that is wire secured and i keep it in a garage. ...oh yeah,,,,i have insurance.

[@yellperlapper]

Great video . It's real problem today with so many bikes being stolen you just can't trust anyone anymore. This applies to helmets ,gloves, gps units. Don't leave them on your bike unattended anytime. Opportunists thieves are everywhere .

[@jmarine1933]

Excellent video! New subscriber!

[@motorcycleadventures]

Awesome, thank you!

[@gilovadya3607]

I like this man he has very good and reliable videos

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thanks man!

[@Logan-wv8qf]

WOW!! Thank you!! Your instructional video is worth a MILLION BUCKS!!

[@erickandika8178]

You're a genius brother,i love your videos. From. Kenya

[@1990-t1j]

I have an Almax chain which can't be manually bolt cropped, although it can be cut through, obviously. Helpful video.

[@michaelreynolds9463]

It will take a lot longer to cut than any other chain.And it's going to make a lot of noise doing it.That,and the alarm going off,is going to get you're attention.

[@PatrickFlinner]

Good tips. If you use a disc lock remember to put a rubber bad or a note on your dash. You do not want to drive off with it on :) Very good point on the cover as well, but remember to keep it plain black.. My friend bought a KTM 1290 Super duke, "the Beast" and he got a cover in bright orange with that name over it. Did it get stolen? Thieves love it when you tell them what's underneath. Best solution I have seen is a anchor in the concrete with a very shiny galvanized chain and lock running through the rear and the frame.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thank you again for watching and comment it, very good points!

[@Databyter]

Thanks. This is really good advice. I have been worried about how to secure on a trip and still be lightweight, and it also demonstrated that the way I store now at home, is worthless. Upgrading immediately. The hard part so far is finding fitment information to see if it will fit my disc. I cannot find online, so I guess I need to measure the holes on my disc and make an educated guess.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Glad it was helpful!

[@bikesmith]

And the best tip: leave your bike in top gear. The time it takes to get it to neutral might make all the difference

[@motorcycleadventures]

It might help, but keep in mind that the thieves are bikers, so it's not going to slow down much.

[@Vara91391]

you guys seriously think they going to drive off? 2-3 dudes throw it in a Truck in 30 secs tops.

[@DirtyTaxman]

they will just pull the clutch or tie the clutch lever with something

[@shreedevi2005]

Excellent tips! I have been looking for a way to secure the bike on trips and I will get a disc lock like you do.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thank you for watching! Ride safe!

[@brianobrian6637]

I appreciate you taking the time to make this video ! Most of what I see, along these lines & most anything these days ! People make video's that will make them money. Cut & dry. Occassionally, someone like yourself, really cares as well as has a passion & knows how awful it is to have what most of us see as out prized possetion (I do !) Here one night, gone the next a.m. You know the business, know & see what the current theft trends are & seeing that wet towel really opened my eyes ! Surprisingly; and I could be wrong, but I believe Europe has a higher motorcycle theft rate than the States ? Believe it or not; We all know just like when a new model bike comes out, every reputable tuner spends a ton of time figuring out how to gain entry & override /reprograhm certain e.c.u. functions, the same (figuratively speaking; I respect ANYONE making an honest living & if it so happens they work to make by bike perform better, they are a plus for me & society!) That the thieves are always coming up w/new techniques to defeat the technology & steal our bikes ! I'm certain now a days w/the internet especially, what use to be the trend was some method of theft (I'm guessing has to start somewhere, right?) & took time to catch on, travel & progress (for lack of better term!) Granted, not much time. Now, It seem's once someone post's something of how they defeated the "Newest & Best" product out (all I can picture was the first time I saw a pen used to open an "unpickable" cylindrical lock) theft & ways to pry this, pick that, bump this etc. Now spreads overnight ! One thing I have learned & I feel you touched on it, is effective equipment, no one method is a "sleep easy" solution. The harder it's made to steal, or the more we can discourage them & not be a "target" the more likely they will move on to a bike with less, or no aftermarket anti-theft devices. Most people say if a determined professional thief (which I believe is maybe 5-10% of them) Want's the bike, short of 24 hr. Armed guards under lock, key & in a safe, they will most likely get it ! I personally feel that the cover & not leaving exactly what you have for theft prevention in plain sight works in out favor. Doesen't let them prepare & plan ahead. I like my bikes secured to a stationary object whenever possible. Their are some quality (imo & expirience) not to expensive anchors on the market I like. Quality disc lock, quality, well researched, tried & tested for anything I use ! A 2 way pager is a must for me. If & when it goes off, I NEVER just run outside as I'm told people looking to steal it will find ways to test your response. Be it giving a neighborhood kid $5 to set it off etc. & have multiple camera's positioned where I park & store my main ride. I try not to stick to any noticeable patterns & intentionally, vary my routine & movements (appearance wise; as far as procedure for securing it, I ALWAYS utilize the plan I made & all the devices. No matter how tired I am, because Murphy has a way of showing that 1 time I get lazy ! Also really like tying a rope if your in a tent or something ! Just liked the video & maybe my experiences & thoughts can help someone not have to deal with a situation NONE of us want too ! TY , Again. -Brian

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thanks for watching and for this long commend Brian! As I said in the video nothing is 100% secure, but we have to make as difficult as possible by using different options. Check this as well: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3PXoHyDaNOtnNU

[@BucketWheat]

"Lock Placement" can be pretty effective. As you say, all we can really do is "slow them down"...and hopefully that will create too much risk for them. So turning the disc lock inward is very good, and I also place it on the rear in a spot between my brake caliper and where it comes close to the swing-arm. On my personal bike, I have a similar situation in front between the caliper and front fork. I am also authorized to park in 'Handicap Parking' [artificial hip, fractured lumbar, and artificial knee] so I back in and place a heavy cable around the sign post and the rear of the bike. [frame, if I can get close enough] And both of my disc locks have alarms...and I have a GPS Tracker embedded on the bike in a spot that they would never see it. Admittedly, if I am just stopping for lunch, I only use the rear disc lock with alarm activated. I figure that will slow them down enough for me to get there and put a stop to it all. If I am leaving the bike 'alone' for a while, I add the other devices.

[@sinaalex7577]

The most important sentence is, "saftey is an illusion". It's always only about slowing down the thieves. When folks afraid of theft, they have to sleep ON their bikes. And even THAT might be helpful. At night I use a disc-lock with alarm, a throttle-clutch--lock with alarm and a heavy chain. For the rest of the day I use just the disc lock and the handle bar-lock.

[@rolf-arnenicolaisen523]

Tanks for advice and getting me to think in some new ways.

[@motorcycleadventures]

You are welcome anytime!

[@f2.8-]

Or you can bring it into the house like i do, since my first bike got stolen.I park it in the living room :)

[@xwhels]

GnarlyMan 2T hell yeah my bike got stolen five days ago i will take it inside the apartment fuck every one else

[@guloguloguy]

....If thieves are in your driveway this week, they'll be in your house next week!!!.... BUY A SHOTGUN!!!...

[@littlstix]

my wife would kill me lol

[@gujo4351]

but some people dont live in a house.

[@jamld3645]

My thinking too 😸😸

[@pauldavison2116]

Loved your video. I already use most of your ideas, but am going to go buy another disc lock for the rear. What a great idea. The one thing I did was buy a cover without a logo on it (why advertise right?) and covered it in contrasting paint drips and duct tape. The thought is crap cover, crap bike. Saw some guys near Detroit cover their Harleys with Honda covers to keep the thieves away. I also park the bike at the front entrance of any hotel/motel I stay at. Tipped the night clerk as a reminder my bike is their and have in the past paid the Valet at hotels to park my bike in the Valet parking area. They are looking for an easy grabs so let them take the other bike beside yours. (As long as it is not your buddies)

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thanks for taking the time Paul!

[@903lew]

It’s amazing how things have changed in a few years. Trackers are common now, if only something as simple as taping an AirTag to the underside of the seat.

[@motorcycleadventures]

True

[@cemyatman]

I do all as you say....Thanks for telling that possibilities...

[@motorcycleadventures]

Any time!

[@TF-ni4kz]

Hi Palvin, How do you fix your ABUS Granite X-plus 68 to the rear wheel of your Teneré? I've tried on mine and seems impossible! Apparently the same combination you're using. Could you shed some light on this for us?

[@TobiasRieperGER]

My Sacurity plan is the following: - I drive a bike nobody wants ;) and all Brand Stickers etc are cleaned. - ABUS RS7000 Disclock with Alarm on frontwheel - reinforced chain with ABUS discus lock in the rear rim lock it to the frame - Barlock is locked - i left the first gear in while parking - matte black cheap cover It woks for 5 years now. I have a small rack bag mounted on the bike where i put my locks with me when i drive.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Yes, it sounds good. Ride safe!

[@edwardjr.3243]

Thank you so much for the tips ! Greetings from Kuala Lumpur!

[@lestelie4410]

Thank you for your excellent video of Tips. I learned a lot. I will start by locking my rear disc with the lock facing inwards.

[@motorcycleadventures]

You are very welcome Chris. That's why the channel is, to help. Ride safe!

[@DonPedro6901]

I think you said everything what we should know. Thanks a lot. I bought disc-lock with alarm and thinking about some more protections ;-)

[@motorcycleadventures]

Chain with disc lock is maybe the best protection. Thanks for watching!

[@ironmanmichael]

Pavlin, your tips at the end are excellent. I will try to remember them.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Glad it was helpful!

[@juliakircheva148]

And always park your bike next to a more expensive (and/or less secured) motorcycle! ;) Thank you for the nice tips!

[@motorcycleadventures]

Аз не гледам на мен да ми е добре, а на Вуте да му е зле.

[@juliakircheva148]

Казах го изцяло в кръга на шегата. Иначе изгледах с интерес видеото!

[@danielleterry8773]

I am considering buying a Motor scooter and found this information extremely insightful, Thank you.

[@michaelreynolds9463]

Nobody steals them anyway :)

[@sschmitz019]

Excellent video, very useful tips, thanks a lot!

[@motorcycleadventures]

Glad it was helpful!

[@justbeingbuff6390]

THANK YOU VERY MUCH IT WAS VERY EDUCATIONAL

[@Ronbassettphd]

An excellent video with many points I had never considered before. What continues to impress me about your videos is how well-informed you are

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thanks Ron! It cost me a lot of time and efforts to learn all of that. I hope that it will be useful!

[@mohddin4866]

Some of the advice are useful for home security too such as the position of the lock that will make it impossible for thieves to work at.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Yes, correct. Thanks for watching!

[@satishvasane6812]

Thanks brother, the tips are very important.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Always welcome

[@dezmondwhitney1208]

Some Brilliant and also,commonsense tips. Thank for you help. I an acting on them for ride bike. Look forward with enthusiasm to these videos on bike security and proper maintenance, So many other videos by others are over the top and not based on wide experience that you have gained. Please think of some more basic like this as they are needed by many. Thank You.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Glad to help!

[@davidwebb3134]

Thank you very much for sharing these valuable Anti-theft tips.

[@motorcycleadventures]

You are welcome anytime!

[@prodyotghosh4645]

I have no diskbreke what kind of protection I have to take.

[@kishorextreme]

I got so many new tips from this video. Thanks a lot.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Good, so my mission is complete it! Thank you for watching!

[@edmundkonkolich8743]

1) A modified Master Lock padlock with a hardened sheath over the shank & a day-glo teather, to go up to the handlebars as a reminder of its installation, used as a Disc Lock. Cannot fit a file, saw, or chisel into anywhere on it to cut or break it loose (my own design). 2) A chain made of 3/4" X 1-1/8" hardened links, shielded with a braided S.S. sheath & using a hardened, oversized lock. This is used in my garage, it's attached to an anchor, which in turn is attached to a piece of the rebar embeded in the reinforced concrete floor. 3) Hidden "kill switch", relay-connected to her main power feed. Switch doesn't even LOOK like any kind of a switch, which also helps in its concealment. 4) Hidden, redundant fuel cut-off that doesn't look like your typical "petcock lever"-type control. 5) Redundant ignition switch/system. Relay connected through the Aux. Lights (Road Lamps) that, when deactivated, won't allow bike to run AND makes it sound like there's a "driveability problem", as the engine will seemingly be TRYING to fire-up, but just "can't seem to want to run". All of this for a 2005 Suzuki GSF1200s Bandit. NO fuel inj., NO ABS, NO advanced computer controls/electronics, NO ups, NO extras. Just an "old-school technology" bike that I want to keep around forever.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Use whatever system works for you!

[@MrPIXATOR]

Good information for securing your motorcycle very much appeciated thanks.

[@shaniking17]

In my Country even if you park it in your bedroom the bad guys will come for it when they want bcos its an inside job. Someone close to you or someone in your neighborhood know all about you and your bike. As a mechanic who always lock every bike in my shop, the bad guys broke in and couldn't cut the heavy duty chain but they remove the tires leaving it in the chain and took the bikes without the tires. My solution now is pay security to watch over my shop at night. Oh by the way i also bought a shotgun, cant wait to avenge my lost motorcycles

[@motorcycleadventures]

As I said, nothing is 100% secure...

[@asif8672]

i had 100cc bike once around 2010 i parked it outside my flat in karachi i had this big heavy chain which was attached my front wheel the thief simply remove the wheel and took the bike. your message remind of mine hahah as pavlin says `Nothing is 100% Secure`

[@itamer]

That's depressing. In NZ it's so rare that the entire country goes on high alert when it happens. Going to be a step up in security when I'm touring.

[@vanveen8472]

thank you for that, it also helps to have a unpopular model, but then who wants to ride one

[@motorcycleadventures]

Yes, correct, who want to have it?

[@csj82]

Gutten tag danke for ur kind tips it does open my eye on bike lock and how to take care my bike better

[@motorcycleadventures]

You are welcome anytime!

[@kevinulibarri5631]

I live in apartments. I just bought a Scooter 2 days ago and a couple locks. Disc brake and chain. Im still worried. But tmrw i will buy a cover and see where i can find one of those pin pull alarms you have. I know thieves will take your shit if they really want it no doubt. I definetley will use a couple if these tips that i didnt know and should beable to sleep at night. Because indeed it keeps me up with worry. Thanks for the heads up and advice. I will take the measures necessary. Indeed. Good lookin out.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Anytime!

[@mcutchi]

Your tip about parking under security cameras is also something I use when I stop for a break, driving at night. Safer to stop near a bank, especially if on long trips in unfamiliar places.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Yes, always helps.

[@RaC09]

You are genius 👍. All your videos are extremely helpful. Hope you have some online contact/advise options. Please think of something like that.

[@motorcycleadventures]

The whole channel is based on that.

[@a64738]

I used the Abu chain that doubles as a disk lock (same as in video) for my Yamaha WR450r that did not have any key to start it. Kept it chained to something solid when at home and used disk lock when stopping at stores and similar. I also had an movement detecting alarm for a while that worked very well without any false alarms.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Good, as I said we have to do our best to protect our bikes.

[@hayabusaTravels]

I know a case in Bulgaria when a tourist had their car stolen even when parked in the the hotels private parking with hired security man... The receptionists and security guy were all on it with the thieves... Still, I prefer the private parking although is costly. In Sozopol, for example, I paid 2 levs per day for private parking. In Veliko Tŭrnovo, also private parking and in Nessebar I had private indoor garage with the owner as a supervisor always at the location. In Greece, the same: private parking on a big hotel. Thanks for the video thought. You got me change my mind about the alarm disk locker. Instead I think I will buy that disk lock you talked about and, as a surprise I'll place hidden under the passenger seat a little tinny 130db alarm that activates only on movement. There are very cheap on aliexpress, under 10$ if I recall well. PS: I'm a new subscriber as of today. Keep up the good work, I simply love your videos. And who knows, maybe we'll even meet one day. I'm from Bucharest, Romania. Thank you

[@motorcycleadventures]

Yes, it was hard in Bulgaria back on those days, now is much better. I am glad that you found the channel useful, this was the main idea. Ride safe!

[@wrczane]

How strong is the passenger handlebars (at the rear) on most motorcycles? I use a chain to attach mine to a pole the supports my carport. I can’t find a chain that is long enough, so I can’t attach it through my swing arm to the pole? It looks almost like it is made from aluminum? I find it very difficult to get any tool around it and dislodge/-mount those handlebars. Thanks for the tip on the disk lock. Never though about the angle direction it is facing.

[@ioar5481]

Excellent and very useful video. When I travel I use two disk brake locks (front and rear) as you sugges but facing outside. In the future I will face them to the tire. Thank you very much for sharing your huge experience with us.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thanks for taking the time! All the best!

[@maccaroneluigi1612]

Dear Sir as all disk locking systems, also the granit 68 is not efficient. The thieves unscrew the bolts of the disk brake directly on the wheel hub and the wheel is free to rotate. Where all disk screws are not easily reacheble they unassembly also the brake caliper to move ahead the bike and have free access to all screws. Then they load the veichel on a van.

[@michaelreynolds9463]

Alarmed disc lock is the answer.

[@darbyguzman9151]

Great tips! Thanks. Greetings from Panamá 🇵🇦

[@URBANENGINEER]

Great points - my best defense from theft... is a nice low deductible on my insurance policy :). I have never heard of a chain lock though. Great idea.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thank you for watching and ride safe!

[@Douwe490]

Fantastic video, as allways, learned a lot, one more tip; make secret switch wich cuts power to starter motor or kill switch.. handy when you just take a quick coffe or pay in obscure petrol station.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Agree

[@marcelvandijken7538]

Good tip to have the correct lock. And the extra kabel to the tent. Thanks again.

[@motorcycleadventures]

You are welcome again! New video every week.

[@marcelvandijken7538]

Motorcycle Adventures , what wil be youre next big trip?and when?

[@motorcycleadventures]

It will be Russia and Mongolia, in Aug and Sept. More you can read here: rtw-adventures.com/next-1.html

[@marcelvandijken7538]

Motorcycle Adventures , that looks great, it is also my goal to reach Vladivostok but a go true Iran and Pakistan to Mongolië . I have to wait another year to go on that journey. I wisch you Guy's a safe ride already with no broeken Legs.

[@marcelvandijken7538]

Sorry for the bad Englisch.

[@kamilf9558]

Thumbs up 👍 Very good tips / Some I didn't know Thanks for sharing Peace

[@PierreFerreira978]

I'm gonna buy a bike soon (first bike ^^) and I was primary thinking about those tiny gps chip you can hide almost anywhere in the bike, press 1 button to 'arm' it and if the bike move, you'll be be sent a sms or something to alert you. with that you'll not only know if your bike is been stolen but also where it is going ^^

[@motorcycleadventures]

Yes, it is a good option. Anything is better than nothing! Ride safe!

[@najimh5348]

Hi, can you give the name of the alarm key holder that you have? Thanks

[@konutek7716]

Hello Pavlin. How were you able to mount the disc lock to your XTZ? I have no clue how to do it in my case

[@motorcycleadventures]

My front disc is different.

[@delder001]

Thanks, merci for the tips, very useful. My 2013 Tiger 800 was stolen three weeks ago from our parking garage. The disc lock was smashed, the steering lock and immobilizer useless. The thief left his screwdriver behind.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Sad to hear that, I hope you will be able to find it.

[@delder001]

Nope, but did replace it with a new 2017 BMW F800R so things are better now thanks to a great insurance policy. This one has three locks on it plus the alarm and steering locks and will keep a better eye on it and any strangers in the neighborhood. I may also install a tracker, but I am told the police may still do nothing.

[@Ray-Koto-McLellan]

will be a pretty penny to get that lock you have. 170 CAD before shipping and 70 CAD for shipping for the holder. but dang they are now on my wishlist. thank you for the information.

[@motorcycleadventures]

Yes, correct. It is not cheap, but is it your motorcycle cheaper? By the way in Europe it cost 80 euro, I don't know why it's so expensive there. Thank you for watching!

[@Ray-Koto-McLellan]

Motorcycle Adventures 1 EUR is right now 1.39 CAD. because I live in Canada we tend to get screwed on many things. and it doesn't matter if my bike is 'cheaper' it's my pride and joy

[@motorcycleadventures]

Yes, I know Ray, that why I said expensive, but worth the money. Ride safe!

[@tamboleo]

10:40 how exactly this lock works on that position?? What is it locking? Thank you

[@motorcycleadventures]

In the pictures you see where I keep it. To protect the bike you have to lock it on your disc and prevent the wheel from spinning.

[@tamboleo]

@@motorcycleadventures Thank you very much man! I've bought the Abus victory, following your comments

[@johnkierzkowski3607]

Very very useful and explained well, good common sense tips thanks brother and keep up the good work

[@motorcycleadventures]

I will, new video every week. Thanks for watching!

[@rodneybrown9107]

Thanks for making this video. There are some very good tips in it.

[@gopalvenuraja]

I traveled across India north south east west ,four times on Ninja 250cc,Honda 250cc and RE enfiled 500cc, they were almost new and very attractive as well each time I traveled. I cared less about my bike being stolen etc., but what I did was that I got in to hotels ,lodges etc., where there was safe parking. When there was no such space, the hotel managers took initiative and kept the bike after night 10 pm at a different place like near the hotel 's kitchen window etc., because any bike theft in nearby hotel will be taken very seriously by police in India. While on the go, I always parked the bike right in the front of the hotel and I always took my seat right behind window so that all the while I took my lunch ,dinner etc., I was watching my bike. And in hotels ,wayside motels when I stopped . I took care such a facility is there . Otherwise I just moved on. It was because to steal a bike from right in front of bar takes the thief only two minutes or at most three minutes !! you can watch youtube videos of bikes being stolen in India yourself . I am using only a break lever lock because if you are absent minded like me , your disc lock will break your bike disc for sure. I think fixing an alarm inside the engine ,under the seat and the loud speakers back and forth of the bike would be very good deterrent for thieves. I am going to fix this ( you need the services of professional electrician to fix these types) before my next journey.

[@michaelreynolds9463]

Get an alarmed disc lock,you wont forget to unlock that.As soon as you sit on the bike,it will go off.

[@shikanofromhere3240]

I love your practical, down to earth and common sense approach. I have learned so much in the short time I have owned my KLR650 Thank you!

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thank you!

[@bbb103]

Best advice I've heard on the subject. Thank you.

[@motorcycleadventures]

You are welcome anytime!

[@beemerR1200C]

I have a BikeTrac tracker concealed deep within the bike. It is actively managed for £99 a year and if the bike is moved without the ignition key I get a text alert. The company work with the police and have a very good retrieval rate. I never leave the bike on my driveway for longer than absolutely necessary. I also lock and chain the bike , park it in my garage with my car outside parked up against the door....and still I worry for my S1000R Sport

[@motorcycleadventures]

You did everything right. Nothing is 100% sure, but we have to try at least.

[@dobromirdobroykov2361]

Евалата. Добра информация която ще бъде от полза на всеки един моторджия! Веднага те хванах че си от НАЩЕ! :)

[@motorcycleadventures]

Ами аз никога не съм го крил! Мерси за отделеното време!

[@Marbroza]

Thanks for the information. Just remember when parking on the sidewalk or at a shops entrance, Dont block peoples path's. Shopkeepers will get annoyed and people will also bump against your motorcycle

[@motorcycleadventures]

Yes, of course. Thank you for watching!

[@pol1250]

One more tip.....if you are travelling in a group.....lock the bikes together

[@motorcycleadventures]

Yes, this is also very nice advice, thank you!

[@BucketWheat]

Yes...my cable is long enough to connect with another bike, and I do this quite often...especially when riding with my Brother...one more step to 'slow them down'. Not very many "crews" have enough folks to carry TWO motorcycles... And if we hear the alarm...we are BOTH legally armed! [as in Tip #9 from Cristian Cepeda..]

[@joskoevoet9569]

I'm thinking of buying two alarmed disc locks: one on each wheel, keyside in. If they muffle up one, the other will still sound i imagine. Anyone else had success with that?

[@MadMole]

Great video! Thank you so much, safe riding.

[@motorcycleadventures]

I am glad you like it. Ride safe!

[@sanoronha1963]

Awesome information. Very practical

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thank you for watching!

[@sujeendran5484]

The last tip is " Think as a thief." the best one i like... :D

[@TheCstaylortrader]

Lol, I just brought the Abus Granit Victory 68 from your recommendations for my KLR ( the same one you rode round Australia) The lock does not fit my KLR, also reading the comments it does not fit your Yamaha Tenere!! 😂 No hard feelings though, I have learned a lot and enjoyed you you tube videos.🙏 If you know any way to make this work on a KLR please let me know? All the best to you!💯😃

[@motorcycleadventures]

Try it on the rear disc, or chain sprocket.

[@TheCstaylortrader]

@@motorcycleadventures Thanks for getting back to me, it doesn't fit front, back or sprocket on the KLR. What did you use to secure the KLR when you where in Australia? Mine is exactly the same bike and also in Australia (Adelaide) Thanks for your help 🙏💯

[@PaulJagger]

Great video thanks for all your great tips

[@motorcycleadventures]

You are welcome again!

[@Joey730]

Fantastic!! Great video😎😎

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thanks, Josef!

[@michaelpfeifer25]

I really like your 8 special tips, very useful and for free ! :-)

[@motorcycleadventures]

I am glad that you found it useful.

[@stoissdk]

Nice info here. Bookmarked and liked :)

[@motorcycleadventures]

Thanks!

[@MrCaptainCrazy]

The best protection is to bring the bike inside with you. That's what I do.

[@cecimigr20]

mrcaptaincrazy Agree 1000%

[@tuyenhoang5546]

i've seen someone's bike got stolen inside their apartment.

[@cecimigr20]

Ar that point you own a glock or a shot gun amd blast they're ass. problem solved, providing there is always someone trained in the house..😉

[@ben8090]

Cristian Cepeda Not all countries allow you to own a gun. We in the UK are only allowed to own firearms under very controlled circumstances.

[@cecimigr20]

mrcaptaincrazy I know, I was kind of joking in a way but its frustrating knowing how easy it is to steal a bike and I'm sure many, many people don't get bikes for that reazon..