[Napoleon357]

Do any of you guys live in an apartment while owning a motorcycle? If so,what do you use to secure it. I understand that if a thief is determined,there’s nothing that you can do about it. However, I do believe that having a deterrent,or two,helps(as well as full coverage insurance).

Thanks BBM fam.

[Gary856]

Heavy chain through the frame and wheel(s) and a sturdy post. If it’s not chained down to a fixed structure, two guys can drag it and shove it into a van very quickly and easily. From what I’ve read of all the people who got their nice bikes stolen from an open car port, I’d be afraid to own a nice bike without a garage.

[CBBaron]

+1
Secure your motorcycle to an immobile object with a heavy chain or U-lock. Cables are too easy to cut and if it is not tied down it is too easy to move.

Now you have to go scouting around for a good tie down
I have seen some nice anchors that can be attached to concrete but if you are in an apartment that may not be an option.

Craig

[Max]

My wife and I take long trips. A lot of motels are in questionable areas. I use a xena disc lock with a built in alarm. If someone jiggles the bike or rolls it, it gives off a 130db scream. I also lock the fork, use a second padlock disc lock, and a 12 foot plastic coated cable either through the wheels or cabled to a post. Even fasteneing to a downspout is good. Downspouts make a lot of noise when disturbed. I also use a locking gas cap to keep someone from contaminating fuel.

[kirk]

I also use a Xena lock. It was a bit pricey but I think its worth it. I agree that tying the bike down is one of your best bets but that is not always an option. Besides my Xena brake disc lock, I also use a U shaped lock to tie my bike down to a solid object.

[A]

I just leave my helmet and jacket over the handlebars, they do have their own special aroma or personal persperation mixed dead insect carcasses; with that usually keep most wonderer away from my moto.

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