This is the latest list I could dig up:

California Tops Nation in Motorcycle Thefts

Be an Easy Rider-Not an Easy Target!

Des Plaines, IL - The National Insurance Crime Bureau today announced the top ten states for motorcycle thefts in 2005. They are, with theft totals in parentheses, as follows:
1.California (9,110)
2.Florida (6,324)
3.Texas (5,755)
4.North Carolina (3,053)
5.Ohio (2,573)
6.Arizona (2,464)
7.New York (2,195)
8.Indiana (2,186)
9.Georgia (2,159)
10.Pennsylvania (2,021)

The complete list for 2005, as well as 2004, is available at www.nicb.org.
Nationally, 70,613 motorcycles were stolen in 2005 which is a slight decrease from the 71,108 stolen in 2004. This represents a loss of over $434 million to motorcycle owners and the insurance industry.
Motorcyclists oftentimes lavish great attention on their cycles, from elaborate paint schemes and chromed parts to specialized frames and high-performance engines and exhaust systems. It's not uncommon for a motorcycle's base price to exceed $20,000 with aftermarket parts adding thousands of dollars more to the original cost.
With recovery rates typically in the 25-30% range nationally, motorcycle owners need to take every precaution in protecting their investments. NICB recommends the following tips to help prevent motorcycle theft:
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Be wary of used cycles titled or registered as an "assembled vehicle." If possible, have your insurer inspect the cycle prior to purchasing it.[*]
Verify that a previously-driven cycle titled and registered as a popular brand name is not an assembled clone made from aftermarket components.[*]
Look closely at used cycles for a title history that reveals numerous manufacturers' statements of origin for major component parts.[*]
Watch for cycles alleged to be "all custom." They could be assembled from stolen or altered aftermarket parts, especially chrome components.[*]
Be wary of cycles or major component parts that were allegedly acquired at a "swap meet."[*]
Obtain an expert appraisal and/or insurance policy pre-inspection before purchasing and insuring a used cycle.[/ul]
Robert M. Bryant, President and Chief Executive Officer of the NICB advises, "Above all else, adequately insure all of your property, not just motorcycles and vehicles, against damage and theft. Don't wait until tragedy strikes before reviewing your insurance coverage. All too often people suffer severe economic loss which could have been prevented with sufficient coverage. Examine your policies closely and if you have questions or need clarification, contact your insurance company."
The National Insurance Crime Bureau is the nation's leading non-profit organization exclusively dedicated to preventing, detecting and defeating insurance fraud and vehicle theft through information analysis, investigations, training and public awareness.
Anyone with information concerning vehicle theft and insurance fraud can report it anonymously by calling toll-free 1-800-TEL-NICB (1-800-835-6422) or by visiting our web site www.nicb.org.

 

Interesting, thanks for sharing...

Here in So Cal the thefts are 90%+ sport bikes.Far fewer cruisers arestolen, but of course a few are, so take precautions and be sure to INSURE your upgrades/customizations. I don't know if that's just a regional thing here in Calif or if the nation reflects similar percentages.

 

Interesting that Florida is #2. I guess I contributed to that when my last bike was stolen here. It was never recovered. I've got about 35K invested in my new RG. Next Tuesday I'm having Lojack installed on it. They have a brand new product that will call my cell phone if my bike moves without my knowledge. The Harley Dealership is being trained on installation Monday. I guess I'm the first to get it on Tuesday. I sure hope everyone pays attention.
Fred

 

Fred if you haven't already done it I would aquire additional coverage and a full stated value policy in case of total loss or theft. I have done this on all my bikes because I am not going to sit down and argue with the insurance company if some do**bag steals one of my bikes. Lojack is good but thats only takes you to the destroyed bike.

 

I hear ya. That's something I have to do also. I'm trying to protect myself as best as I can but there are no quarantees no matter what you do.
Fred

 

I found the top 10 stolen bikes in CA on the web yesterday after reading this thread. I didn't bookmark it was surprised to find only 2 Harley models on it. They were the Dyna and FLH. The rest were sport bikes...

 

I always thought those californians were kinda shady

 

Save your money on expensive anti-theft devices. Just go down to the Honda dealership and get a Honda Logo cover that fits your Harley.

 

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always install a trick switch behind the horn cover