<D> Preventing Theft on your S4?

[PaLmEr]

As above. Consolidating all the information into one thread.

 

How to safeguard your S4 from theft?

Disclaimer: No method is 100% foolproof, the belowmentioned methods MAY just delay or deter thieves from striking on your precious ride.

 

1. Use disc rotor locks when parking

2. Cover your vehicle whenever possible.

3. Park in places with regular human traffic

4.

[4DToToBig Sweep]

Chain up both wheels & pad lock the shocks :)

[dragonforce]

install alarm system..

[quizesilver]

sell away the S4.

haha

[Darkness19]

always cover ur bike with canvas,so wun attract attention

[JMeng]

Hi, bro

Beware ur S4 parking if u go JB.

Better install alarm or put extra lock on disk.

I lost my PB1(1997) last week in Citi plaza in front CITI Bank. The thief all got master key to turn on all type S4 according to JB police. I went there to do payment. Just ten minute came out fr bank my PB1 had gone.

So sad ...... :angry:

[rayhunter]

a good thread being setup here..

 

Mod,should open another thread for discussion on how and what to do if bike is stolen in foreign country? or continue in this thread?

[PaLmEr]

sell away the S4.

haha

 

some constructive comments would be welcome here. This is a legit discussion thread.

[FrdAuZ]

I wonder how ast to disarmed an alarm system,lets say bike is armed,theft got master key,swith on and start..alarm still on right but what if he swith on and sound he decided to disarmed.. how fast and simple is it? anyone can share.

[IvikaRazI]

I wonder how ast to disarmed an alarm system,lets say bike is armed,theft got master key,swith on and start..alarm still on right but what if he swith on and sound he decided to disarmed.. how fast and simple is it? anyone can share.

 

One simple way to disarm the alarm is to cut the alarm wire. Very fast one.

 

Some aftermarket alarms have their own "power source" (lithium battery) for backup. In the event the alarm power is cut off from main battery, the alarm will still be chirping.

 

So it is important for you to tidy up and hide the alarm wires carefully. This not only gives your bike a clean look, but also makes it more difficult for the thief to disarm the alarm.

 

PS. DO NOT SHARE WITH OTHERS ABOUT HOW YOU LAY YOUR ALARM CABLES....YOU WILL NEVER KNOW YOU ENEMY UNTIL IT IS TOO LATE

[LeoWai]

One simple way to disarm the alarm is to cut the alarm wire. Very fast one.

Agree.

 

Some aftermarket alarms have their own "power source" (lithium battery) for backup. In the event the alarm power is cut off from main battery, the alarm will still be chirping.

 

So it is important for you to tidy up and hide the alarm wires carefully. This not only gives your bike a clean look, but also makes it more difficult for the thief to disarm the alarm.

Do you have any recommendation for the Alarm?

I heard from some seller that ppl used to get battery problem after installed alarm system. So it is not advised to install alarm.

 

However, I still prefer to have alarm as I feel that will be more secure. Is there any good brand to recommend?

 

Thanks.

[SparkerS1]

try scropio alarm from motorworld, prepare for the price

[IvikaRazI]

Been using Scorpio for 3 years now. So far so good. It has a fuse of 10amp which I think the unit does not exceed that, thus is very very low consumption.

 

Like SparkerS1 says....prepare for the price. You may wanna look at other brands too.

[FullMetalAlchemist]

1. disc lock both brake disc

2. install alarm

3. cover bike and padlock the canvas

4. always lock handlebar

5. park bike in a well-lit place

6. padlock your chain

7. ALWAYS remember to take your key out of the ignition.

[rayhunter]

1. disc lock both brake disc

2. install alarm

3. cover bike and padlock the canvas

4. always lock handlebar

5. park bike in a well-lit place

6. padlock your chain

7. ALWAYS remember to take your key out of the ignition.

 

almost covered all precautionary measures..

best is to park on the parking lot near police post with your alarm armed..

[voodoodoll]

how abt parts? like suspension or top mount damper.

[kurarensu]

alarm is one thing..what if the theft aint scare and treat it as it's his own bike.. alarm sounded and he bo chap.. n MOST people won't really bother will they???

 

is there a better solution to this?

[rayhunter]

alarm sounded and he bo chap.. n MOST people won't really bother will they??? is there a better solution to this?

 

yeah..I agreed that most of the people will just give a look or glance if the alarm goes off for cars or bike..because the sound can be very irritating..

[Ah Pek]

how abt parts? like suspension or top mount damper.

 

I'm curious too the last time when my bike alarm came with lots of feature like remote autostart, ignition tampering, vibration, etc..except the ability to trigger off if a part of your bike is removed off without creating any caused to movement or vibration.

 

In the end, decided to do a simple unit and have sensor anywhere I want...like the gang_tong

[TitanicLexus]

how abt parts? like suspension or top mount damper.

 

Like suspension n end can, I do hear from some bro is to weld it. I also have enquiry the price to weld s4 suspension either is bitubo or showa, cost at $60 and can be done at Seng Kwang. The $60 is only 1st time payment, if future u want to un-weld or re-weld it, you only need to pay a labour cost to them but not sure how much?

 

Maybe will try this protection...

[LeoWai]

Like suspension n end can, I do hear from some bro is to weld it. I also have enquiry the price to weld s4 suspension either is bitubo or showa, cost at $60 and can be done at Seng Kwang. The $60 is only 1st time payment, if future u want to un-weld or re-weld it, you only need to pay a labour cost to them but not sure how much?

 

Maybe will try this protection...

 

Oh... My god... Will this the only solution? Painful feel if really need to weld them. However it's better than losing them...

[TitanicLexus]

Oh... My god... Will this the only solution? Painful feel if really need to weld them. However it's better than losing them...

 

Initially i have the same reaction as u.. after i read from the forum got one bro was mentioned that, "how often do u need to take out your suspension"? and i understand from Seng Kwang mechanic, they will add one thing like a lock to weld your screw and it will not damage your bike.... I not really sure how they did, but I will probably go for a try...

[sfazruzs]

I would recommend Xena disc lock alarm..around 60 bucks..IMO, its very much better than normal disc lock.

 

*this is to prevent only.

 

Xena

[ghost04]

my 05 fireblade stolen this morning at hotel equatorial KL in front of the hotel driveway. CCTV shows gone in 17 secs. the thief came wit another big bike, sit on mine, start and go...i wonder wats the use of HISS...

[PaLmEr]

my 05 fireblade stolen this morning at hotel equatorial KL in front of the hotel driveway. CCTV shows gone in 17 secs. the thief came wit another big bike, sit on mine, start and go...i wonder wats the use of HISS...

 

what the. u left your keys in the ignitiion is it?