{"body":"\n<p>A motorcycle is much easier to steal than a car: a few people can load it onto a van in a few minutes. No measure makes theft completely impossible; the aim is to make your motorcycle a target that is <b>hard to steal, takes a long time and attracts attention</b>. A thief will usually pick the easiest one.</p>\n<h2>1. The logic of layered protection</h2>\n<p>Instead of a single lock, use layers that complement each other:</p>\n<ol>\n<li><b>Physical barrier:</b> Locks, an anchor point.</li>\n<li><b>Deterrence:</b> Alarm, visible lock, cover.</li>\n<li><b>Tracking:</b> GPS device.</li>\n<li><b>Proof and records:</b> Photos, chassis number, documents, insurance.</li>\n</ol>\n<h2>2. Lock types</h2>\n<table><tr><th>Type</th><th>Pros</th><th>Cons</th></tr>\n<tr><td>Disc lock</td><td>Small, light, carried in a pocket. Stops the motorcycle being ridden away.</td><td>Does not stop the motorcycle being lifted and carried. If you forget it and move off, it damages the brake disc and fork.</td></tr>\n<tr><td>Alarmed disc lock</td><td>Sounds when tampered with.</td><td>Needs battery maintenance, volume varies by model.</td></tr>\n<tr><td>U-lock</td><td>Strong, hard to cut. Can attach the wheel to a fixed point.</td><td>Heavy and awkward, and finding a point to attach to is not always easy.</td></tr>\n<tr><td>Chain lock</td><td>The best type for securing the motorcycle to a post, railing or ground ring.</td><td>A thick, hardened one is very heavy; a thin chain is easy to cut.</td></tr>\n<tr><td>Ground anchor</td><td>The strongest anchoring together with a chain in a garage or garden.</td><td>Needs installing, only useful at a fixed parking spot.</td></tr></table>\n<h3>When using locks</h3>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Use a reminder cable:</b> The coloured coiled cable from the disc lock to the handlebar stops you forgetting the lock and moving off.</li>\n<li><b>Don't let the chain or U-lock touch the ground.</b> A chain resting on the ground is easier to cut with a cutting tool braced against the floor.</li>\n<li>Pass the lock through the motorcycle's <b>frame or swingarm</b>, not just through the wheel; a wheel can be removed.</li>\n<li>When choosing a lock, look for products that have passed independent security tests and insurance companies' approved lists.</li>\n<li>Using a thick chain and a disc lock together presents the thief with two separate obstacles.</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>3. Alarm and immobiliser</h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Factory immobiliser:</b> On most modern motorcycles the engine will not start without the chip in the key. Even so, it does not stop the motorcycle being carried away.</li>\n<li><b>Aftermarket alarm:</b> An alarm with motion and tilt sensors sounds when someone tries to lift or push the motorcycle. Have it fitted by a competent electrician; a bad installation drains the battery and causes electrical faults.</li>\n<li><b>Alarms that send notifications to your phone</b> are especially useful when parked far from home.</li>\n<li>An alarm draws a constant current. On a motorcycle left unused for a long time the battery needs trickle charging. See <a href=\"#/rehber/aku-bakimi\">battery care</a>.</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>4. GPS tracker</h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Devices with their own SIM card that send the location to your phone increase the chance of finding a stolen motorcycle.</li>\n<li><b>Fit it in a hidden place:</b> The first places a thief looks are under the seat and behind the headlight. Choose a place that is not visible and takes time to remove.</li>\n<li>Battery-connected devices are those with their own backup battery; even if the battery is removed, they keep sending location for a while.</li>\n<li>Factor subscription and SIM fees into the cost before buying. You can use the <a href=\"#/masraf\">cost calculator</a> for budget planning.</li>\n<li>Small Bluetooth tags (tracker key fobs) are useful as a backup layer but are no substitute for a real GPS device; they depend on a compatible phone being nearby.</li>\n</ul>\n<div class=\"callout warn\">If you see from the tracker that your motorcycle has been stolen, don't go to the location alone. Go to the police or gendarmerie immediately with the location information.</div>\n<h2>5. Parking habits</h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Prefer <b>well-lit, busy places covered by cameras</b>. Dark side streets are a thief's favourite.</li>\n<li>If possible, chain it to a fixed object (a post, an iron railing).</li>\n<li>A <b>motorcycle cover</b> both protects against the weather and hides the model of the motorcycle; the thief does not know what they are dealing with.</li>\n<li>Lock the steering; the steering lock is the most basic measure but not enough on its own.</li>\n<li>If you park in the same place at home every day, a covered car park or garage at night is best. Chaining motorcycles parked as a group to each other is also a deterrent.</li>\n<li>When sharing your motorcycle on social media, watch out for frames showing the plate and the location of your home.</li>\n<li>Never leave the key on the motorcycle, even for a short shop.</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>6. Records and documents</h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Photograph your motorcycle from every angle; document special parts, scratches and accessories.</li>\n<li>Note down the <b>chassis and engine numbers</b> somewhere.</li>\n<li>Putting your own mark in a hidden place (engraving, a UV pen) makes it easier to prove the motorcycle is yours when it is found.</li>\n<li>Rather than leaving the registration document on the motorcycle, carry it with you or keep a digital copy; for the legal requirement to carry it, see the <a href=\"#/kurallar\">rules</a> page.</li>\n<li>Check whether your kasko policy covers theft and what conditions (lock, covered parking and so on) it depends on. See the <a href=\"#/rehber/sigorta-kasko\">insurance and kasko guide</a>.</li>\n</ul>\n<h2>7. What to do if it is stolen</h2>\n<ol>\n<li>Go to the nearest police or gendarmerie unit immediately and provide the chassis number and photos.</li>\n<li>If there is GPS tracking, share the location information.</li>\n<li>If you have kasko, notify the insurance company within the period stated in the policy.</li>\n<li>Keep an eye on local motorcycle groups and second-hand advert sites to see whether the motorcycle or its parts are put up for sale.</li>\n</ol>\n<div class=\"callout\">The most effective protection is using several measures together: disc lock + chain + hidden GPS + smart parking. Each can be defeated on its own; together they steer the thief to another motorcycle.</div>"}