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As a motorcycle owner, you need to protect your investment. Here\u2019s what you need to know about motorcycle anti-theft measures, including insurance.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Owning a motorcycle is exciting. However, motorcycle theft is an issue that many owners face. If you think your bike can\u2019t be stolen, think again! The reality is that thousands of motorcycles are stolen in the United States every year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a motorcycle owner, you must protect your investment. In addition to motorcycle theft prevention measures, you should look into getting insurance for your bike. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Want to know more about motorcycle theft prevention, including theft insurance and how it works?<\/a> In this article, we\u2019ll go over what you need to know about motorcycle anti-theft measures, including insurance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Motorcycle Theft Statistics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Are you wondering just how prevalent motorcycle theft is? The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) releases a report on motorcycle thefts every year. In 2018, over 41,500 motorcycles were reported stolen. In 2017, over 44,000 bikes were reported stolen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Are Motorcycles Stolen?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Unfortunately, there are many ways a thief can steal your motorcycle. According to RideApart.com, the most common way that thieves steal a bike is by simply lifting it off the ground and into a van. Surprised? Well, it makes sense when you think about it from the perspective of a bike thief. This method is quick and quiet. Plus, the thief doesn\u2019t even have to know how to ride it or override the ignition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Types Of Motorcycle Theft Insurance <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Generally speaking, motorcycle insurance is a lot like car insurance. Liability insurance is usually the standard for bike coverage, but there are other types of coverage to choose from, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n