How to Prevent Scooter Theft Scooter get Stolen
The Best Scooter Anti-theft Security Devices
Don't let your scooter get taken for a ride!You worked hard to get the money to buy your scooter. With all its accessories and modifications it's now your prized possession. There's now one last item to take care of on your list. Scooter protection.Scooter theft and vandalism has increased with the number of new riders. Most scooters are stolen in moments of opportunity. Other thefts are led by organized thieves. Don't become a statistic.To protect your scooter, you'll need to invest in some basic security. Keeping your ride secure from thieves requires layers of protection. This list will help keep your scooter from their hands.- Scooter alarmThere are several types of scooter alarms on the market. If you live in a risky high-theft urban area, an alarm is an option to consider. Some like the Gorilla alarm system are hard wired and will be activated if someone tilts your scooter. Others like the Scorpio can be set remotely and will let you know if someone is messing with your ride. The Scorpio also offers a module that allows you to remotely cut off the engine. It's a great feature if you happen to get scooter-jacked.- Motion detector alarmThere are several types of motion detector alarms. Some will sit inside your scooter cover and will be activated if someone tries to take the cover off your scooter. Disc brake locks can also incorporate a motion-activated feature. A popular model is the Zena disk alarm. One great thing with this disc alarm is that it will let you know if you've forgotten to remove it before riding off.- 6-10' armored cableAn armored cable will allow you to attach your scooter to a solid object. It can't be picked up and put in a pickup truck bed if it's attached to something solid. Note: don't attach it to a tree. They can be sawed down. Find a cable that doesn't rely on the old round cylinder key technology. They can be easily picked with an ink pen cap. Find a lock like the OnGuard Rottweiller. Check to make sure the cable can fit through the wheel. It's a tight fit on some models to get it between the disk brake and the wheel. Buy the 1 inch thick (25mm) model if it fits otherwise, buy the 0.5 inch thick model.- Scooter coverGet a generic one without the fancy manufacturer logo. That screams "steal me". Better yet see if you can find a grill cover that says "Weber" on it. Next, lock the cover over your scooter. If thieves can't see what's under it, they are less likely to steal it. Having a cover on also keeps people and kids from sitting on and playing on your scooter.- Grip LockThe Grip Lock attaches to the handlebar grip of your scooter and keeps the throttle locked. It works great for quick trips into the store. A side benefit is that it deters little kids and people from hopping on your parked scooter and playing motorcycle. Buy them directly from the manufacturer at http://www.grip-lock.com/- Disc brake lockDisc locks attach to your front disc brake. It prevents the front wheel from moving in a complete circle. There is a danger with disc brake locks. If you attempt to ride off with it still attached, it's possible to do some extreme damage to your scoot. Some disc locks come with a reminder to prevent this from happening. Make sure the disc lock will fit into the holes in your scooter disc brake. Not all models will match up.- Lock the steering columnLocking the steering column isn't much but it can prevent thieves from just rolling your scooter away. Lock it - every time even if it's just for a few minutes. Believe me, that's all it takes.If your baby does go missing one day, post a notice at http://scoot.net/stolen/. Then let every local and national scooter forum know about your missing scoot. You'd be amazed how scooterists have pulled together and recovered stolen scoots. Write down your VIN number and have recent pictures handy. The scooter community dislikes thieves.http://www.modernbuddy.com/forum/topic3988.htmlhttp://www.xenasecurity.com/home/current/lock/#http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4yffVZpcPiYhttp://cbs4denver.com/video/[email protected]
