Unfortunately, outside of bolting it to the floor and welding the nuts over, 4 dudes a couple of 2x4s and pick up and the bike will be gone in 30 seconds Alarms, kill switches laser beams it wont matter. Out of site is probably the best way.

 

As @Jake24lt stated, if Someone wants it, They will get it.
So My suggestion would be to get The Best Insurance Coverage for the Bike and Accessories, and if They come for it, unless You are loaded for bear and willing to go to court after shooting Them, let 'em have it, then put a claim in with the Insurance Company, and get a New Glide.
Mike U.

 

lol thanks

 

Hi,
Anyone know what the most top of the line security system would be for 2018 Harley road glides?

I read that on motorcycles, you should have 3-4 different security systems.

for example: gps tracker, kill switch, alarm with siren and kryptonite disc brake locks.

I found it to be a bit ridiculous.

But after what this 23 year old punk told me yesterday, such as’ aren’t you afraid there gonna steal your bike’?, he really aggravated me.

I figured I’ll buy 2 different anti- theft systems guaranteed to work, any suggestions?
Thanks

I figure that is why we have insurance for starters. I do use a kryptonite disc brake lock when traveling cross country in motel parking lots, but not for regular stops or parking locally at home. I recommend adding the horn to your Harley security alarm if you do not have it. You also have the fork lock.

I very occassionally carry a too heavy "Onguard" chain on some cross country rides and rallies (where bike thieves operate). Bolt cutters do not work on this chain or the lock I have (generally). If you are traveling with someone else, locking your front tires together defeats the four beefy guys with two-by-fours and a pickup. If traveling solo, sometimes finding a sign or similar item in the parking lock to secure to at least slows them down. My caveat is I only carry this chain when perceived to be needed because of the weight. When I rode out to Laconia for the 100th anniversary rally, we stayed near Washington DC in a high crime rate area. I brought the chain for that ride. You can cut through this type of chain in time with a battery powered grinder, but it takes several minutes and makes a lot of noise.

Protecting your bike is similar to protecting your home. You just want stealing from you to be tougher than your neighbor or other bike(s) in the parking lot, so they move on from your property.

 

There never will be a guarantee it wont get stolen. The disk lock and audible alarm are probably gonna be the popular ways to slow the thief down. Maybe a chain through the frame and wheel but I've seen an old video of 4 guys putting a bar through each wheel and carrying the bike away. As mentioned, if they want it they'll take it. Good luck

 

good insurance

 

Fork locks are a joke and only good for causing you aggravation when you pull your ignition out or reinstall it incorrectly.
Takes about 10 seconds to break one.
It don't matter WHAT you have on your bike, if someone wants it...it's had. An ORGANIZED "bike crew" can have your bike loaded and gone in a matter of minutes.
That being said, when I am traveling I keep the HD siren disk lock in my saddle bag and use it at motels. It has a loud alarm and it "deters" a thief when the alarm goes off. BUT. If they are an organized crew the bike will be loaded and gone before anyone notices any alarm at 3am in a motel parking lot, all they have to do is wrap a wet towel around it and it goes from being an audible alarm to a barely noticeable whistle.
I also MAKE CERTAIN to park my bike under the motel security cams.
As far as the "cut-proof" chains....don't drink that koolade....a 20V grinder with a 4.5" cutoff wheel makes easy work of those chains in just a matter of a couple minutes. Any lock is better than NO lock but NO lock will stop a serious bike thief.

 

And for those whe believe "Lojack" or tracking type security is the way to go.
For around $25 bucks anyone can get there hands on a gps signal jammer that simply needs to be plugged in "near" the bike. This will render the bike or anything it's plugged into, invisible to GPS. And YES, it works, I keep one in my service truck.

 

My bike is 15 years old, so I really am a little bit comfortable more than I should, I think the thieves would go for a newer bike than mine, which would you steal an 2010 or 2025......
I know I know crooked people really aren't that picky they see an opportunity they take it, there's just so much for them to steal when it comes to my bike I come back an the bike would still be there, but no engine LOL
Our local news, usually gives tips to keep your bike from being stolen, It prepares the people for the Lone Star rally🤣🤣