Motorcycle Alarm
Motorcycle Alarm
Motorcycle alarms/security features?
I am about to purchase my first bike, and I was wondering what you guys would recommend as far as an alarm or security system goes. I’ve seen some that give you an LED remote that tells you when someone’s messing with the bike, and gives you the option to set off a 120 db alarm and all that. Is something like that reasonable? The bike I’m buying is a 1992 Suzuki GSX600F Katana, so I don’t know if this is a bike that thiefs would target since it’s so old.
Hey Mate,
I wouldnt worry about buying anything high tech to protect your bike against theives due to the age of the bike. With so many newer, better & Faster bikes out there such as your GSXR’s, R6 & R1’s, Ninja’s & CBR’s which are all quite commen i wouldnt be suprised if a theif didnt even look sideways at your bike.
Something fairly cheap which would provide adequate protection for your bike would be a KRYPTONITE lock. Make sure it is one built for a motorcycle and not a bicycle, the best place to get one is from your local motorbike accessory shop. This kind of lock bolts onto the rotor on the front wheel (the thing the brake grips). Once the lock is attached it can only be removed with a special, unique key which on you have. The only way to get the lock off if you dont have a key is to use a blowtorch.
As your bike isnt worth a whole lot of money it would not attract many theives and having one of these locks would simply deter a would be theif. They will just move onto the next bike without a lock.
Unless you live in a high crime area you could probably get away without even having a security system due to the age and type of bike you are buying.
Remember, no motorbike is unstealable when parked on the street no matter what security system you have. If someone is determined to steal a bike they will figure out a way of doing it. I have heard of groups of about 3 guys going looking for bike and simply just lifting them into the back of a trailer or truck and driving off.
Ride safe.
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Why Ask So Many Questions – Its Only Motorcycle Insurance
You may be forgiven for asking what is underwriting and why does it matter to me, after all, most of us have no idea what happens to our application when it goes to the motorcycle insurer for assessment.
Insurance underwriters decide whether your application for motorcycle insurance should be accepted and on what terms. They assess a risk according to the likelihood of a claim being made by weighing up a number of factors and asking for detailed information.
Motorcycle Insurers protect the rider from financial loss by taking on millions of pounds in risk each year. Underwriters are needed to identify and calculate the risk of loss from policyholders, establish appropriate motorcycle insurance premium rates, and write policies that cover the risk.
The primary function of motorcycle insurance is to act as a risk transfer mechanism between the policyholder and the insurer. The principle of insurance is that the losses of the few are subsidised by the contributions of the many.
The aim of a motorcycle insurance underwriter is to minimise losses for their company and help to make a profit.
So what are the factors that decide your motorcycle insurance premium and why.
The motorcycle itself and the several factors that are linked to it, a mature rider deciding on whether to buy a small moped or a larger sports machine will undoubtedly pay a higher motorcycle insurance premium for the vehicle that has a higher performance.
The value of a motorcycle will affect the premium but only to a certain extent. Generally insurers will have value brackets, so a motorcycle worth between one hundred pounds or three thousand pounds will not see a difference in the premium charged, however, once the value brackets increase so will the motorcycle insurance premium.
Security on a motorcycle whether it is fitted as standard by the manufacturer or a device that the rider has purchased himself will have an affect on the insurance premium, generally however, only if it is an electronic device such as an alarm or immobiliser. Chains, disc locks and ground anchors are all preventative measures but do not usually merit a discount on the premium.
Where the motorbike is kept when not in use at the home address is an important factor for underwriters. In areas where the risk of theft is high due to an inner city postcode or a high value or prized motorcycle, being able to garage the machine will have a significant affect on any motorcycle insurance premium. Keeping your vehicle on a driveway or private property would be seen more beneficial by an underwriter than perhaps keeping it on a public highway.
The age and experience of the rider has a huge impact on the motorcycle insurance premium. An underwriter will deem a younger rider a higher risk, as he would a rider who has only just obtained his full licence. A rider who has a tarnished driving record whether it be motoring endorsements on a driving licence or involvement in road traffic accidents will influence an underwriter’s decision on the motorcycle insurance premium he will quote.
On the surface, underwriting seems quite a simple process. Insurers ask you the questions that are designed to capture the information they need to build a clearer picture of you, and the factors which might increase the likelihood of you making a claim. Upon completion of a quotation and gathering all the necessary information, underwriters may
* Offer cover on standard terms
* Impose additional conditions, such as insisting on a certain type of security is fitted to the motorcycle.
* Exclude part of the risk, such as theft cover if the policyholder has already experienced more than one theft claim.
An underwriter may lose business to competitors if he appraises risks too conservatively, or he may have to pay excessive claims if the underwriting actions are too liberal.
Either way, you the motorcyclist pays your motorcycle insurance premium in good faith on the understanding your insurer will indemnify you in the event of a claim.
About the Author
Shaun Parker looks into the processes behind motorcycle insurance and exactly what factors determine how your motorcycle insurance premium is calculated. Visit http://www.insureyourbike.com to find out more.
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