Usefulness of Anti-Theft Devices
Motorcycle theft is a serious problem. Each year in the United States, tens of thousands of bikes are stolen from their rightful owners, even though motorcyclists may take what they consider to be ample precautions. A skilled thief can seize the slightest opportunity and be gone with your bike in a minute or less.
That’s quicker than you can head into a convenience store, buy a snack, and return to the parking lot. It is important to be mindful of many factors and to always maintain an active awareness of your surroundings when you must leave your bike.
If you are having difficulty with an insurance claim for your stolen bike, contact Iowa motorcycle accident lawyer Pete Leehey at 877-209-9452. Pete is both an experienced advocate for motorcyclists and an avid rider himself, so you can be assured that he will be firmly in your corner.
A New Hope
As mentioned above, even the most careful motorcycle owner may find that taking every care may not be enough to protect his or her bike from theft. The problem is worsened by the exposed nature of a motorcycle’s ignition and access.
Whereas cars and trucks at least have windows, locks, and doors to serve as an impediment to would-be thieves, motorcycles are not so lucky. As such, it might behoove you to consider employing a recovery device, such as those made by LoJack, to help you get your bike back in the event that it is taken. The sequence of recovery is:
- Motorcycle theft
- Contact the police
- Police activate your LoJack device
- Bike is tracked and recovered
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There are many options out there to protect your investment and your ride. If they have not lived up to the challenge, contact Iowa motorcycle insurance claims lawyer Pete Leehey at 877-209-9452.