Theft in College Towns?

Lone Star · August 9th, 2012, 09:08 PM

I'm moving to San Marcos for school in a week, and I intend to take my Ninjette with me. However, I'm living in an apartment complex that caters to university students and I'm very concerned about my baby being stolen from me. Is this a big issue? Are there steps to take to deter thieves?

menikmati · August 9th, 2012, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Lone Star

I'm moving to San Marcos for school in a week, and I intend to take my Ninjette with me. However, I'm living in an apartment complex that caters to university students and I'm very concerned about my baby being stolen from me. Is this a big issue? Are there steps to take to deter thieves?

Any thief will be able to steal your bike if they really wanted it.

I would invest in comprehensive under your insurance policy if you don't already have it.

Monkeytofu · August 9th, 2012, 09:24 PM

It's not to say someone won't steal it, but our pregens don't seem to be to be the most at risk motorcycles. They're not exactly money makers

Lone Star · August 9th, 2012, 09:45 PM

I didn't think so... plus the plastics on mine are in pretty poor condition because the previous owner dropped her. But I'm paranoid about my stuff!

JustRidin · August 9th, 2012, 09:45 PM

Know any friends who will have a garage? If not rent a storage unit.

xMoises831 · August 9th, 2012, 09:54 PM

doesn't matter of the condition on the outside lol they will most likely ruin it as they steal it and when it gone they will piece it out and sell it that way so there is no chance of getting it back.

folky15 · August 9th, 2012, 10:15 PM

You could use a Disc Brake Lock (with a reminder cord)

Whiskey · August 10th, 2012, 03:36 AM

Or a big ass chain through the back wheel (I know, frame is better, but I don't see anywhere to attach it) and around something solid.

You could make a semi permanent anchor for it using concrete, rebar & an old oil drum if you can't install a permanent one. It won't look pretty but it'll do the job
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August 10th, 2012, 08:40 AM

I'm running into the same problem. I'm about to move into my new place at Kent and it will be a townhouse but there is a covered parking garage. So im going to pull my bike in sideways and park my car in front of it. I plan on lowering my deductible on comprehensive, and my father is giving me a really good rotor lock. Plus I'll throw a chain around the wheel/ frame and cover the bike when I'm going to be gone for a while. Comprehensive is the best way to protect your investment.

austexjg · August 10th, 2012, 08:42 AM

I can almost guarantee the bike will be messed with in an apartment complex in San Marcos. If not a thief, a drunk freshman.

xSean13 · August 10th, 2012, 08:56 AM

For a motorcycle worth <3000, I wouldn't worry about the insurance. Get a disc lock, one with an alarm if you so choose, and a bike cover. You don't want to boost your insurance rate or whatever with a small claim due to vandalism/theft. That's my .02, but if you want to help the insurance company profit by purchasing unnecessary coverages, then go for it.

kingkang204 · August 10th, 2012, 08:57 AM

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Originally Posted by austexjg

I can almost guarantee the bike will be messed with in an apartment complex in San Marcos. If not a thief, a drunk freshman.

I would worry about that more if you parked by Frat Row.

My suggestion is looking into how much you school charges for a quarter/semester of parking, and just park in one of their garages. At my University parking over the summer was only like $25 for the whole quarter, and no one has bothered my bike.

bdavison · August 10th, 2012, 11:17 AM

Get the insurance. Its really not that much more for a 250r, and that way if something happens..you just go get another bike.

With no comprehensive...you're gonna eat $3000 everytime they steal it. And some dumb bike chain isnt going to stop them if they want it.

Personally, I'd go get comprehensive to cover whatever happens to it, and then get a two-way alarm from internatrix.com

Then you don't have to worry about it..

Whiskey · August 10th, 2012, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by bdavison

Get the insurance. Its really not that much more for a 250r, and that way if something happens..you just go get another bike.

With no comprehensive...you're gonna eat $3000 everytime they steal it. And some dumb bike chain isnt going to stop them if they want it.

Personally, I'd go get comprehensive to cover whatever happens to it, and then get a two-way alarm from internatrix.com

Then you don't have to worry about it..

Try an almax

bdavison · August 13th, 2012, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Whiskey

Try an almax

Still wont stop a determined thief. Bike chains like anything else are just deterrents...not guarenteed stops.

When I see a chain manufacturer offer to replace anything stolen while being protected by their product....THEN and only then will I consider them an option. Till then, they are just 20+lbs of metal that I don't need or want to lug around.

Whiskey · August 13th, 2012, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by bdavison

Still wont stop a determined thief. Bike chains like anything else are just deterrents...not guarenteed stops.

When I see a chain manufacturer offer to replace anything stolen while being protected by their product....THEN and only then will I consider them an option. Till then, they are just 20+lbs of metal that I don't need or want to lug around.

But it will cause them to spend more time at it & make more noise (hand tools don't go through this one, it'll take a while with a grinder or need a big hydraulic cutter)

Pro thieves don't like taking time & making noise in a public place, this should deter any amateurs & opportunistic scum.

You can't make anything unrob-able, you just have to make it a harder target than the next one.
(to prove a point, 2 ATMs pulled from walls to get at the cash inside.)

dirty nasty · August 13th, 2012, 02:09 PM

You know, the Ninjette isn't a heavy bike either. 2-3 average guys should be able to pick one up and carry it away.

Lone Star · August 14th, 2012, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by austexjg

I can almost guarantee the bike will be messed with in an apartment complex in San Marcos. If not a thief, a drunk freshman.

Quote:

Originally Posted by xMoises831

doesn't matter of the condition on the outside lol they will most likely ruin it as they steal it and when it gone they will piece it out and sell it that way so there is no chance of getting it back.

Quote:

Originally Posted by bdavison

Still wont stop a determined thief. Bike chains like anything else are just deterrents...not guarenteed stops.

Quote:

Originally Posted by dirty nasty

You know, the Ninjette isn't a heavy bike either. 2-3 average guys should be able to pick one up and carry it away.

oh god everyone stop making this so scary

Jiggles · August 15th, 2012, 01:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Lone Star

oh god everyone stop making this so scary

It's nothing compared to joining a Frat, which one were you looking at? Try to pick one that won't sodomize you with a chicken

THE BIG SITT · August 15th, 2012, 06:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Jiggles

It's nothing compared to joining a Frat, which one were you looking at? Try to pick one that will sodomize you with a chicken

FTFY

Lone Star · August 16th, 2012, 07:12 AM

I'm not looking into frats at all, actually; someone just mentioned the comparative danger of parking my bike in a frat house area as opposed to in my apartment complex.

August 9th, 2012, 09:08 PM	#1
Lone Star Step it up to a 'busa, yo Name: Kevin Location: Austin, TX Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninja 250 Posts: 19	Theft in College Towns? I'm moving to San Marcos for school in a week, and I intend to take my Ninjette with me. However, I'm living in an apartment complex that caters to university students and I'm very concerned about my baby being stolen from me. Is this a big issue? Are there steps to take to deter thieves?

August 9th, 2012, 09:45 PM	#5
JustRidin ninjette.org member Name: Nick Location: Denver, CO Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2007 R6, 2015 KTM 250XC - Past: 2011 KTM 150XC, 2009 Ninja 250r, 2012 Ninja 650, 2007 CRF250R Posts: 194	Know any friends who will have a garage? If not rent a storage unit. __________________________________________________ Try it, you might like it.

August 9th, 2012, 10:15 PM	#7
folky15 ninjette.org member Name: Jason Location: Chicago Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250R Posts: 156	You could use a Disc Brake Lock (with a reminder cord) __________________________________________________ Done: Fender Eliminator Kit, Shogun frame sliders, Rim Tape, Freeway Blaster horn, Protons, Rear LEDs, Brake Modulator Planned: Comp Werkes Slip-on, Snorkel Delete, Shimmed Needles

August 10th, 2012, 08:42 AM	#10
austexjg ninjette.org sage Name: J.G. Location: Austin Join Date: Oct 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 zx6r Green/Black, (ex-)Diablo Black '09 Ninja 250r Posts: 959	I can almost guarantee the bike will be messed with in an apartment complex in San Marcos. If not a thief, a drunk freshman. __________________________________________________ Anyone can go fast in a straight line.... Once you go track, you never go back....

August 16th, 2012, 07:12 AM	#21
Lone Star Step it up to a 'busa, yo Name: Kevin Location: Austin, TX Join Date: Jul 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninja 250 Posts: 19	I'm not looking into frats at all, actually; someone just mentioned the comparative danger of parking my bike in a frat house area as opposed to in my apartment complex. __________________________________________________ "A tree or shrub may grow and bloom. I am always the same. But I am clever." -RACTER

August 9th, 2012, 09:24 PM	#3
Monkeytofu I told you bro Name: Noor Location: Austin, Texas Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 1996 Ninja 250r Posts: 680	It's not to say someone won't steal it, but our pregens don't seem to be to be the most at risk motorcycles. They're not exactly money makers

August 9th, 2012, 09:54 PM	#6
xMoises831 ninjette.org guru Name: Moises Location: watsonville Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): None yet Posts: 364 Blog Entries: 1	doesn't matter of the condition on the outside lol they will most likely ruin it as they steal it and when it gone they will piece it out and sell it that way so there is no chance of getting it back.

August 10th, 2012, 03:36 AM	#8
Whiskey ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Morgan Location: A city twinned with Kawasaki Join Date: Nov 2011 Motorcycle(s): '08 Ninja 250, 2010 STR 675 Posts: A lot. Blog Entries: 1	Or a big ass chain through the back wheel (I know, frame is better, but I don't see anywhere to attach it) and around something solid. You could make a semi permanent anchor for it using concrete, rebar & an old oil drum if you can't install a permanent one. It won't look pretty but it'll do the job Posted via Mobile Device

August 10th, 2012, 08:40 AM	#9
codestp202 Guest Posts: n/a	I'm running into the same problem. I'm about to move into my new place at Kent and it will be a townhouse but there is a covered parking garage. So im going to pull my bike in sideways and park my car in front of it. I plan on lowering my deductible on comprehensive, and my father is giving me a really good rotor lock. Plus I'll throw a chain around the wheel/ frame and cover the bike when I'm going to be gone for a while. Comprehensive is the best way to protect your investment.

August 10th, 2012, 08:56 AM	#11
xSean13 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Sean Location: Middle TN Join Date: Apr 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250r (sold) / '03 CBR 600RR Posts: A lot.	For a motorcycle worth <3000, I wouldn't worry about the insurance. Get a disc lock, one with an alarm if you so choose, and a bike cover. You don't want to boost your insurance rate or whatever with a small claim due to vandalism/theft. That's my .02, but if you want to help the insurance company profit by purchasing unnecessary coverages, then go for it.

August 10th, 2012, 11:17 AM	#13
bdavison Wartown, USA Name: Bryan Location: Warner Robins, GA Join Date: Nov 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Ninja 250R SE, 2007 Ninja 650R, and assorted other bikes Posts: A lot.	Get the insurance. Its really not that much more for a 250r, and that way if something happens..you just go get another bike. With no comprehensive...you're gonna eat $3000 everytime they steal it. And some dumb bike chain isnt going to stop them if they want it. Personally, I'd go get comprehensive to cover whatever happens to it, and then get a two-way alarm from internatrix.com Then you don't have to worry about it..

August 13th, 2012, 02:09 PM	#17
dirty nasty ninjette.org sage Name: Karl Location: MA Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 2000 Kwak Ninja 250 and 1998 Yamaha YZ400F Posts: 534	You know, the Ninjette isn't a heavy bike either. 2-3 average guys should be able to pick one up and carry it away.

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