How Secure Is Your Quad Bike Or Motorbike?

Rural crime is on the increase and thieves are always on the lookout for an easy target. The added advantage the criminal has in rural areas is they are less likely to be spotted and have more time to carry out their crime.

Quad bikes and motorbikes are a particular favourite of the thief because they are smaller and easier to manoeuvre and once stolen they are virtually impossible to trace and recover.

The thief is often aided in his work by the targeted vehicle's owner and a casual attitude to security. All sorts of equipment and other items are left lying around just waiting to be stolen.

There has been an ongoing campaign recently warning people of the dangers of theft in rural areas in general and on farms in particular with a particular emphasis placed on quad bikes and motorbikes.

These vehicles are easy to steal and dispose of and are an increasingly attractive option for thieves. They are expensive items to buy and replace and an inconvenience at best to be without, so doesn't it make sense to protect these items?

More people in the country areas are recognising the threat and taking steps to ensure their property is more secure.

Our staff at Bulldog have a wealth of experience in advising on the best security products to suit your needs, giving you the reassurance of knowing you have done everything you can to protect your property.

Some of the steps you can take to ensure motorbike and quad bike security include:

● Fit a tracker - This is the clever thing to do with all vehicles and the tracker will keep tabs on where it is at all times making recovery easier.

● Keep your quad and motorbike out of sight - Simple advice but probably the most effective. If your vehicle is kept in a secure shed, outbuilding or even in your home it is less likely to be stolen. If you are keeping your vehicle in an outbuilding take a look at our garage locks and security post options for optimum security.

● Make it extra secure - If your quad or motorbike is left outside make sure it is locked, chained or anchored to the ground to prevent theft. This is also something to be considered if your vehicle is locked away, making it even more secure.

● Alarms and security lighting - There is no better way of being alerted to the presence of an intruder than by the activation of an alarm or security lighting. Not only does it tell you there is someone lurking about but can also act as a deterrent.

● Get it marked - Marking your property is a very effective way of tracing it after it has been stolen. There are kits you can buy which can be used on quads, motorbikes and on any other equipment that may be targeted by thieves.