Questions about security on the road
Road Master
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From: Central Texas area
Yes they are! Go back to dealership have them show you how to reset it!
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From: Plover, WI
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I remember the case of Larry Weaver, sad story but opened my eyes to what I wouldn't do to save my bike. But outside of that case, I wonder how many bikes are stolen on road trips? From what I know, which isn't much on this subject, bikes are often stolen when parked in the same spot routinely. Thieves scope it out, know when it will be there, and come for it. Staying a single night in a hotel usually isn't long enough for someone to come get it.
As mentioned, make sure you are insured and don't worry about it. My last trip I kept everything I needed in the room in a detachable tour pack and would bring that in, then just locked my bags and fork. Also, if you don't have it, get the smart siren for your bike: that thing is really loud!
As mentioned, make sure you are insured and don't worry about it. My last trip I kept everything I needed in the room in a detachable tour pack and would bring that in, then just locked my bags and fork. Also, if you don't have it, get the smart siren for your bike: that thing is really loud!
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From: San Francisco
I wouldn't jump on the truck of someone stealing my motorcycle. I'm not a fighter. Poor Larry Weaver. One error in judgement.
In all the years I have traveled on the bike, only one time was it messed with and that was because the stuff that was stolen was in an unlocked saddlebag that I got too lazy to empty out. It was mostly a good pair of rain pants and some cheap tools that I only use when I am on the road. One time was enough. Now I have Harley luggage that fits the bike well and Harley saddlebag liners that make taking everything into the motel easy.
In all the years I have traveled on the bike, only one time was it messed with and that was because the stuff that was stolen was in an unlocked saddlebag that I got too lazy to empty out. It was mostly a good pair of rain pants and some cheap tools that I only use when I am on the road. One time was enough. Now I have Harley luggage that fits the bike well and Harley saddlebag liners that make taking everything into the motel easy.
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From: Somewhere SW
I always park in front of the hotel where the night staff can see it. Good hotels always allow this.
Disk locks and a bike cover. Don't showcase what you have to steal.
If someone is taking it, LET THEM. That's what insurance is for. Search here for the horrific tale of Larry Weaver losing his life trying to stop some thieves.
Have a great trip.
Disk locks and a bike cover. Don't showcase what you have to steal.
If someone is taking it, LET THEM. That's what insurance is for. Search here for the horrific tale of Larry Weaver losing his life trying to stop some thieves.
Have a great trip.
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You are more likely to get robbed at a motel than your bike stolen. Or your seat , bags taken.
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From: Plover, WI
Every dealer I know changes the pin when a new bike shows up. This is another of those myths that never go away. As you already know long as you have the FOB you can change the PIN even if you don't know the last one used. All this crap about bike getting stolen is just stuff to try and make people worry.
You are more likely to get robbed at a motel than your bike stolen. Or your seat , bags taken.
You are more likely to get robbed at a motel than your bike stolen. Or your seat , bags taken.