Since my used silver wing is new to me I am paranoid it might get stolen.

Are my fears un founded. Any simple ways to discourage theft?

I am taking to to work this week end on the grave yard shift in the Hospital ER. We have a roving security guard and it's in a 55,000 mid size town in North Central Idaho.

Unless they are knowledgeable about what it is I wouldn't be too worried. Maybe a nice cable lock would be enought to discourage them. Most bike theives are looking for something they can part out for good money. SW parts are usually not on their radar. But, I will add this disclaimer, some people will steal anything and a little caution is always good.
Where in Idaho?

Bob

I suggest you lock the forks and park in a well lit area of your parking area, near the guardhouse if there is one. That should keep anyone away that is not absolutely determined to steal your bike. If you want that extra level of protection, you can buy such things like a disc brake lock that, when locked in place, keeps the wheel from rotating. It will not keep someone from putting it into the back of a pickup truck and hauling it away... that's why you park in a well lit area.

I don't ever remember seeing a forum post about someone stealing a silverwing, so I don't think it is a real common occurance. You'll just have to decide where your comfort level is in terms of protection.

I wouldn't worry----get full coverage insurance---should be about $200 a year from Geico.

SilverWing is probably not valued by stealers....sometimes outside of motels I would/will lock steering head.

I've been doing this for 56 years---over 75 new bikes, never had one stolen. I generally buy bikes that aren't popular for crooks. My new NT Honda did not fly off showroom floors----don't think it is desired on the hot market.

Nobody wants a Swing....... except us.

Speaking of Insurence, I am with Gico and I called them about the Silverwing, I was quoted over 300 dollars for full coverage! I backed right off to liability fast. I was just thinking about it today that I pay 344.00 every 6 months for my SUV. There has to be a mistake.

How about bringing the security people a plate of cookies? Disclaimer: I work night security and might be a little biased. Yum....cookies!!!

We got three security people. A gay and a gal and a part time alternate guy. They all like me. And would take notice or anyone messing with my bike but they are not always outside.

Mike

A couple thoughts...

First, for the insurance, you might want to contact an independent insurance agent. They'll find you the best deal around, since they can represent more than one company. I pay about $115 a year for full coverage...the same coverage I have on my cars.

Regarding the bike...just take a look at how easy it is to sell a Silverwing...or any maxi-scooter. We love them. But the general public that is interested in a motorcycle doesn't even have them on their radar. So there's no market for your "hot" scooter. They'll pass it by. Especially if you park next to a Hayabusa.

And how heavy is it? If they want to steal a bike, they can find lighter bikes that are easier to turn over on the black market.

So relax. Just park it near where a lot of people are going by. Vandalism would be more my worry.

Chris

I thought most insurence places won't cover a bike. Other then GICO who else will cover a bike?

Mike

Progressive, Allstate to name 2.

Allied Insurance. They don't advertise...and don't have a cute gecko or nice looking lady on the payroll...and they have much cheaper rates.

It doesn't hurt that I have a relative in the insurance business who steers me to the best policies.

Chris

Hospital I work at is two blocks from a big State college so someone might think it's cute to move it a block or two on me some night. Or we might have some inner city kids in town with hot wire skills who might need some transpo for a few days.

I'll call Allstate monday about rates. Thanks for the suggestion.

Mike

Don't you guys over the pond have "Go compare or Compare the market" websites like we do here? I pay $150 a year , fully comprehensive.

Ian

Back on thread, I assume you guys Stateside don't have the HISS system fitted!

It's all I use. That and insurance what else does a rider need???

I really must find out how to use that.

Thanks, Doug.
I suppose I should read the handbook.

I have Liberty Mutual and have full coverage inccluding towing on both the cage and the swing. I pull the full back off in about November when I'm done riding for the season and just leave storage on it ... still full coverage for damage, theft, etc, just no collision (can't collide what ain't moving!) So that cuts yearly costs down some. I just make a phone call in the spring when it's time for Big Red to hit the road again. No problems!!

I have been fiddling with the ignition lock with no luck too. I'll try the right hand button. Don't drain the battery does it?

Mike

I think that the HISS does activate every time the ignition key is removed, it's just the red flashing light that you activate by fiddling with the buttons.

I still can't even get the front steering to lock. I can do it on my Silver wing copy.

Mike

honda_silver wrote:

SilverwingInIdaho wrote: I have been fiddling with the ignition lock with no luck too. I'll try the right hand button. Don't drain the battery does it? HISS was only available in the European models.