Caesi01

Motorcycles, bicycles, mobile phones, kids' scooters, buggies

Does anyone in your household own a motorcycle? Chalk markings being frequently used when looking for the next theft target.

Word of advice: right now saw 2 "scouts" on scooters checking out my bike. My suspicion is they will be back later tonight. Watch out anyone with bikes vicinity of Heber School and surrounding area

In my experience when one respects the other, it works for all involved. I commute daily on a motorbike into central london and make sure not to stop in the cycle box as well es leaving some room away from the kerb to allow cyclists to move to the front of the queue. I agree with the north of london bridge being clogged up, but generally by all kind of traffic participants, due to the ongoing building work.

agree. having averted numerous attempts to steal my motorbike, it's important to raise these incidences (even when just suspicions) to the police as they will be able to justify increased manpower, additional funding. etc. The police I dealt with on every occasion have been very helpful and understanding, but their resources and powers are limited MissKing Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Kid Kruger you could try calling 101 []

Where?

This is a regular occurence, happening at least once a fortnight I would say

Maybe the Rye on Peckham rye?

pls do KidKruger Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > good point actually Sue - I will pop up and ask > and post here what they said.

I'm afraid you'll have to live with the increased risk of motorcycle theft and and around london I as I have experience several times already. Be prepared with several locks. best investment for me however was a tracker. benfaulkner Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > James Barber Wrote: > -------------------------------------------------- > ----- > > Anyone not heard aback about renting a garage > get > > in touch and I'll find out for you. > > Thanks James I have sent a PM. Cheers all for the > useful suggestions. hopefully the level of > motorbike crime will not be increasing over the > summer months

Welcome to the biker community. A lot easier to go to work in the mornings with a big grin on your face

yes, great initiative. done the same

unfortunately, it's a big problem and and a headache and worry for every motorist in london but also across the UK. take a look at UKMTP {http://ukmtp.co.uk/} A second big protest (friendly) ride is being held this Saturday, 1st of april to raise awareness. AnthonyReid Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Yeah unfortunately that was my bike! It's sad as > its not worth a lot and I was a little careless > not locking it up etc. I assumed it was stolen > then found it further down the street so I assume > that someone or something put them off - so thanks > for that! I had bought a cheap runner twist and go > for commuting thinking it would be less of a > reason to steal it but I'm now thinking the > opposite may be true and they probably can't ride > a manual! > > Sad to say but it seems to be somewhat of an > epidemic in the area with no end in sight.

yes. my initial posting just disappeared. don't know why

Section between East Dulwich road and Barry Road cordoned off by police

Section between cordoned off between East Dulwich Road and Barry Road. Police present.

you're right. my comment came accross incorrectly. I absolutely do not think that the police could prevent something like that in the act. I meant more that more needs to be done to provide a renewed sense of safety. We as citizens are not meant to live in fear or insecurity within our communities. Instead, we employ/entrust the state to provide adequate measure to safeguard us. uncleglen Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Caesi01 Wrote: > -------------------------------------------------- > ----- > > This is simply outrageous and I cannot believe > the > > society we live in: > > thieves, robbers and kidnappers and an > underfunded > > police force it seems. > > A core function of a state is protection. > > I don't see how the police could stop this type of > thing at the time it happens. > Even when the cops catch people, using precious > time and at great expense, the crims are released > on bail and abscond..... > These people are chancers, and they have no way of > knowing if there are plain clothes police and > unmarked cars around so they take a chance- we can > only teach our children and keep an eye on them

This is simply outrageous and I cannot believe the society we live in: thieves, robbers and kidnappers and an underfunded police force it seems. A core function of a state is protection.

same here. turning into a routine kford Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > At least once a week I hear scooters slow down by > our house, to check out my (covered and > ground-anchored) bike. They're just waiting for > the one time I forget to lock it properly.

Again, last night, 1.30am: 4 guys on 2 scooters. One pillion was taking pics of parked motorbikes. Lock up your bikes, preferably to a post, anchor, etc.

just wanted to thank James Barber for helping me getting a ground anchor quickly and efficiently installed. James Barber Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > If anyone wishes to have a motor bike ground > anchor installed in their front garden for free > please get in touch.

sent to your gmail. thanks for your help James James Barber Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Hi Caesi01, > You email me you address and contact details. I > email you the paperwork. We then get cracking.

Hi James How can I get a ground anchor installed by the council? Thanks

it's just the fact that one cannot even have something nice anymore without someone else wanting to take it instead of working for it.

following the UKMTP (UK motorcycle theft protest)on facebook, it shows how motorcycle theft has gone the roof and new thefts are recorded on a daily basis. http://ukmtp.co.uk/ukmtp-manifesto/