Tips To Secure Your ATV From Theft
If you want to continue enjoying the thrills of exploring the great outdoors, you’ll want to take all possible measures to keep your ATV safe. While it’s vital that you regularly maintain your ATV to keep it in good working order, preventing it from getting stolen is the more crucial aspect to consider. Don’t worry if you are unsure where to begin—we have you covered.
Keep reading this guide to learn more about keeping your quad safe, and visit Sky Powersports Lakeland for more advice. You’ll find us in Lakeland, FL, where we happily welcome our friends from Tampa and Orlando.
Remove Your Keys
If you must leave your ATV unattended, remember to pull out the keys before moving away. Leaving the keys in or around your machine will make it more vulnerable to theft as crafty thieves can easily start it and speed away.
Lock Your ATV
If you are not going to use your ATV for a few days or weeks, consider storing it appropriately rather than leaving it unattended in the open.
Ideally, you should use an indoor space like a garage or a locked shed for storing your quad. If that’s not feasible and you have to leave it outdoors, ensure that you choose a spot connected to your house. This way, you can watch out for any suspicious activity around your quad.
Use a Chain and Lock System
A good-quality lock and chain can be another theft-deterrent measure for your ATV. However, make sure you buy the sturdiest model available and chain up your quad securely.
Remove the Valve Stems from Tires
Although it might sound unusual, many ATVs get stolen from busy campgrounds. Adventure enthusiasts who go on day trips to nearby locations leave their quads back at the campsite without considering any security measures. Leaving your model unattended for long hours can encourage crooks to get hold of it and ride away.
A step to deter this can be to remove the valve stems from two tires and let them go flat. This will make it hard for anyone to roll your ATV over any distance. If you are leaving your quad for a short duration, you might want to skip the hassle of deflating and inflating the tires. However, this practical measure is an ideal option for long-term storage.
Install Security Cameras
Security cameras can’t prevent someone from stealing your ATV. However, crooks will be less enthusiastic about stealing something when they know they are being watched. This accessory will also provide you with evidence of the instance that the police can use in their investigation process.
Thankfully, security cameras are more affordable than you might think. You can easily install a few of them throughout your property or at least at strategic points for extra security coverage.
We hope these tips come in handy when keeping your ATV safe. If you need more ideas or are in the market for a new ATV, UTV, Motorcycle, PWC, Scooter, Boat or are just in the market for thrills give Jonesboro Cycle a call. We sell, service, and accessorize over 10 of the largest names in the power sports industry: Havoc, CFMoto, Kawasaki, Polaris Slingshot, Sea-Doo, Yamaha, Can-Am, Hammerhead Off-Road, Honda, Polaris, Suzuki, Vanderhall, Wolf Brand Scooters, Yamaha Waverunners, and more!