Motorcycle security often sparks debate, but the facts are simple. Any lock is better than none. Data shows using a disc lock cuts theft risk by three times. Add a quality chain and the chance of theft drops below that of a car. Yet seven out of ten bikes in the UK are left unlocked.
Police encourage riders to lock, chain, and cover their motorcycles. A steering lock alone is useless; thieves can break it in seconds and push a bike away. London remains the hot spot for theft, but diligence works everywhere.
Testing by BikeSocial reveals the toughest locks. The Hiplok DX1000 leads portable options for grinder resistance. The Pragmasis RoundLock offers great value and strength. For heavy-duty use at home, the Pragmasis 25mm chain and Squire SS80CS padlock stand out. Paired with a proper ground anchor, they’re near impossible to defeat quickly.
Fit locks through solid points on your bike, keep them off the ground, and use covers where possible. Bolt a ground anchor into concrete if you can. It’s about layering and deterrence. The best lock is the one you actually use. Take simple steps, secure your machine, then get back to riding.
My two cents…
Another great article from John at Bennet’s.
Motorbike thieves love lazy riders and apparently, seven out of ten UK bikes are just sitting there unlocked, waiting for Mr. Sketchy Van to swing by.
Cops say: lock it, chain it, cover it. No, your steering lock doesn’t count, they snap those like Pringles.
Click on the link below for the full article:
https://www.bennetts.co.uk/bikesocial/reviews/products/security/motorcycle-chains-and-locks/how-to-choose-the-best-motorcycle-security
