Hi Resident,

Moped and bike theft is common in our society, but we are here to offer some advice and guidance into preventing this from happening to you.

Thieves only need a matter of seconds to steal a moped, scooter or motorcycle - especially if they are left with poor security - but our tips will help reduce the chance of theft.

Lock, chain, cover

Reduce your risk of becoming a victim by taking steps to layer your security.

Lock

Use a disc lock to help secure the front brake disc, or a grip lock to secure the brake and throttle controls. You could also use a D lock on the front wheel to stop it being wheeled away.

Chain

Thieves often steal a bike by breaking the steering lock and wheeling it away. Use a chain lock through the back wheel (the front wheel can be removed). Secure your bike, with the lock taut to an immovable object such as a ground anchor or street furniture. This will stop thieves from cutting a lock trailing on the ground using an angle grinder. If this isn’t possible, thread the chain through your bike frame and back wheel.

Cover

Thieves often ‘shop’ for particular bike models. Using a cover instantly makes it less attractive to them. A cover also provides another time consuming obstacle for the thief.

Unfortunately security measures can’t guarantee your bike won’t be stolen but, by using multiple security measures, you can make it harder and less attractive for thieves.

For security products for your scooter, motorcycle or moped search the ‘Accredited products’ page on Secured by Design (a police-approved website).

Remove the keys

Thieves are often opportunists and so they will look for bikes that are quick and easy to steal first.

Fitting an alarm can be a deterrent to thieves

Property mark the parts

When at home the best place to keep your motorcycle, moped or scooter is in your garage or shed

Find out more about shed and garage security.

No shed or garage? Park in the safest place you can

If your bike is stolen, never put yourself at risk. Call police immediately on 999 if you see it being stolen or report a crime online if you discover it has gone.

Help us to reduce further crime

Stolen scooters are increasingly being used to commit further crimes, such as phone snatches. By protecting your scooter you could help to reduce these other crimes.

Find out more about how to protect your phone from thieves on bikes and scooters.

We hope this is useful, any additional information in regards to personal safety can be found here.

Take care,

Gemma & Alex

Police Community Support Officers