A recent survey carried out by insurer LV found that on
average, a person’s bike is stolen just 23 months into ownership. If you and
your beloved bike are heading towards this milestone you will want to up your
bike security.
This survey found that 1 in 5 bike owners have their bikes stolen
after just 6 months. Most of the people surveyed expect to keep their bikes for
10 years, but with the rate of bike thefts rising this simply isn’t the case.
A third of bike thefts still go unreported as victims feel
that there is a very low chance of ever getting their bike back. 3 in 10 of those questioned said their bike was stolen from
their garage or shed and a fifth reported their bike being stolen from their
driveway. Fewer precautions seem to be taken when it comes to bike security at
the home. If your garage or shed is easily accessible, then it won’t take much
for a thief to work their way inside and if you own an expensive bike it is
possible that a bike thief has spotted you and followed you home for the chance
to steal your bike. Reports suggest this is a particular problem in Bristol,
with gangs following cyclist’s home and returning to steal their bikes.
Bike security tips:
· Always lock your bike and use two locks when you can – a D lock and chain together is a good way to deter a thief.
· Buy the best lock you can afford.
· Remove all valuable items from your bike if leaving it in a public place.
· If your return to find your tyre has been punctured, never leave the bike overnight, walk it home.
· If using your bike at night, lock it up in a busy and well lit area.
· Always lock your bike and use two locks when you can – a D lock and chain together is a good way to deter a thief.
· Buy the best lock you can afford.
· Remove all valuable items from your bike if leaving it in a public place.
· If your return to find your tyre has been punctured, never leave the bike overnight, walk it home.
· If using your bike at night, lock it up in a busy and well lit area.
If you are concerned about bike security at home or live in
an area that has been targeted by bike thieves, it may be worth investing in
secure storage for your bike. Asgard has a range of secure bike storage units
designed specifically to house your bike and cycling accessories. Asgard bike
storage offers the best in bike security.
These steel bike storage units are made from tough galvanised steel and are
fitted with strong locking systems and pick resistant locking mechanisms,
designed to keep thieves out! Check out
the full range of secure bike storage on the Asgard website.
Figures and information provided by Road.cc
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