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[Studley Ramrod]

I'm still researching my security options and browsing assorted painful deterrents I'm not gonna post up what they'll be though fer obvious reasons.

Been looking at bolt croppers, for £100 you can buy a set that'll cut straight though 13mm High tensile and 19mm steel ! This is what I'm up against.

So, a combination of wood, metal, noise, lighting, nails, glass, razor blades and a sprinkling of novelty sprung-loaded chav-traps should do for starters.

I still think the best way to go is to prevent the thief from seeing the security one has in place, this way, they can't do a reccy and return tooled up at a later time.

[idlebloke]

Can you not squeeze a shed in Ian??

Or even better 'something' brick built? Woouldn't cost much if you know a decent brickie....

[Saga Lout]

Wish I could think of something original to say but many others have beaten me to it. Until our tosser politicians start standing up to the do-gooders and start imposing serious punishment for wrong-doers then things will only deteriorate more. I'm not the greatest fan of many things Muslim but its funny how this sort of thing doesn't happen in places like Saudi?

Once again, really sorry SR and hope you stick around and get back on two wheels soon

[Bobajob]

High level 500 watt mounted PIR operated floodlight
Stebbel Magnum or similar linked to movement of the bike in some fashion
CCTV camera pointed at the subject.

Create one almighty Motherf*%*"n racket, enough to waken the whole neighbourhood.

[SelinaXC]

Get some french windows put in and keep her in the house. Not that the TDM won't come through a normal door, the 9er does in winter, but it is too much of a pain for a daily exercise.

[stu]

Been looking at bolt croppers, for £100 you can buy a set that'll cut straight though 13mm High tensile and 19mm steel ! This is what I'm up against.

Have you look at the Almax chain link I posted?

[SelinaXC]

These can't be easy to get off.

http://www.webbikewo...isc-lock-alarm/

Got one of these and its very sturdy, nicely finished, confidence inspiring bit of kit and appears difficult to remove for someone who's not a nefarious thieving git, fairly loud and so far the batteries haven't failed after around 18mths, though I think they advise changing around 9months. Use this as one of a number of security devices without going so over the top can't be arsed to unlock her. Essentially cheap alarm, Xena on the front disk, chain and lock front wheel to the TDM and a hefty motorax lock through one of the rear sprocket holes locking the back end too.

Need to get a reliable ground anchor really tho.

[dablik]

With stu on the almax chains,,, its a hefty bit of kit and some interesting stuff on their website,,,, just wish it was on Bigred and not littlered,, i use in conjunction with a ground anchor,,, they are a bit expensive,, but i guess there worth it.

[muddy]

These can't be easy to get off.

http://www.webbikewo...isc-lock-alarm/

I've got two of these. They might be alright if kept dry--I wouldn't know. If left out in all weather, they quickly corrode and the alarm won't work. Batteries don't last either and the alarm makes all sorts of annoying noises when this happens. I only use one as an alarm for when I'm travelling. I keep that under my seat.

[Bobajob]

This link (if it's true) goes to show that there are scum who will go to a lot of bother to nick your bike just for the hell of it.
Linky
No profit, no malice, no revenge, no f*ck"n idea! The detritus of our nation.

[idlebloke]

This link (if it's true) goes to show that there are scum who will go to a lot of bother to nick your bike just for the hell of it.
Linky
No profit, no malice, no revenge, no f*ck"n idea! The detritus of our nation.

I like what this bloke has done!! I assume he must have got names first and then did the Facebook tracking. Be great to have advance warning of who is 'at 'it in yer own area!!

[Studley Ramrod]

Cheers Bob, very interesting. I've got a name or 3, if anyone wants to search facebook ?

I noticed the chavs used pneumatic bolt croppers so a chain aint gonna stop 'em. Not a problem as I've found summat a lot stronger

When you think that all the chavs have to do is read the details about the chain and then they know they need a pneumatic device to break it.

Even though MCN and others couldn't break it with bolt croppers it doesn't give me any confidence in the chain.

Edited by Studley Ramrod, 03 October 2010 - 10:30 am.

[Fernihough]

Studley,
I have been thinking a lot about you and your misfortune. I have felt like discussing it with my friends and colleagues because I can't get my head around what happened to you. Two successful attempts to steal you bike in a month. On both occasions it is found within walking distance of your house. The bastards didn't really use it apparently. My conclusion is that the intention is to piss you off rather than steal you bike. It looks too personal.
Before buying a new bike and fitting lethal devices, don't you think that you seriously need to review your neighbourhood or go an make peace with whoever is pissed off with you?
I am fortunate enough to live in an area where you can wake up in the night and think "I'll wait for tomorrow morning to go and check if the garage door is locked". But without expecting the safety level of people on the 50s (when cars were not fitted with anything else but a push button to start) I can't believe that you have to accept it as the norm that you must baricade yourself. If you secure the bike, will they burn it in your garden next? There must be some things you can do with your local police or even with your neighbours?
I don't know if this helps but I sincerely wish you to find some solution which will not increase your justified bitterness...even if you have to move!
Ferni

PS: this is my 500th post. I waited to post it over the past few days because I was reflecting on my contribution to the forum. This post will confirm that I sometime come accross with a different angle. I don't know if this means that I do not belong but I take the risk to bore a few of you because I enjoy this forum too much

[Daveb]

I think MCN have removed the link I did have a look at it earlier

[Studley Ramrod]

Studley,
I have been thinking a lot about you and your misfortune. I have felt like discussing it with my friends and colleagues because I can't get my head around what happened to you. Two successful attempts to steal you bike in a month. On both occasions it is found within walking distance of your house. The bastards didn't really use it apparently. My conclusion is that the intention is to piss you off rather than steal you bike. It looks too personal.
Before buying a new bike and fitting lethal devices, don't you think that you seriously need to review your neighbourhood or go an make peace with whoever is pissed off with you?
I am fortunate enough to live in an area where you can wake up in the night and think "I'll wait for tomorrow morning to go and check if the garage door is locked". But without expecting the safety level of people on the 50s (when cars were not fitted with anything else but a push button to start) I can't believe that you have to accept it as the norm that you must baricade yourself. If you secure the bike, will they burn it in your garden next? There must be some things you can do with your local police or even with your neighbours?
I don't know if this helps but I sincerely wish you to find some solution which will not increase your justified bitterness...even if you have to move!
Ferni

PS: this is my 500th post. I waited to post it over the past few days because I was reflecting on my contribution to the forum. This post will confirm that I sometime come accross with a different angle. I don't know if this means that I do not belong but I take the risk to bore a few of you because I enjoy this forum too much

FFS ! Cheers for that !

[aircooled68]

Studley them pic's are heartbreaking..... really gutted for you fella

Think you done as much as you could(chains/locks)there just F kin gobshi*es



if ya need anything just let us know... or if you get a name and you need a lift



Dave

Edited by aircooled68, 03 October 2010 - 08:41 pm.

[catsbum]

In thinking with Studley and the removal of his bike I have now completed my security measures.

Locked Steel Shed

Alarmed Disc Lock

Talking movement alarm

Oxford High Security Chain

High Security floor bolted anchor

All finished and fitted this evening.


Yamaha Immobilisor

If the feckers get past all that I will give them my helmet n gloves and wish them a safe journey.

Any news on your insurance Studders?

[ChrisG]

I reckon one of these on the garage roof should do it. As an added bonus it should stop the cats crapping on my lawn