SPOTLIGHT ON....
The following articles each shine a spotlight on the companies that are keen to support the fight against motorcycle crime and to ensure that you are not the next victim. In order to do this, they have offered advice, support and even discounts to ensure that your bike is safe!
Over the years, we have seen some shocking responses from some firms in the security sector regarding motorcycle security, with one stating 'It is good for business, we'd pay them if we could get away with it'. We will never deal with these companies and I personally guarantee that they will not appear here!
Luckily these companies are not advocates of such a mindset, and have offered to support the motorcycle community just because it is the right thing to do. These are bikers too, and they want to help you, so take a look below, visit their websites and see what they can offer that may help you. If you wish to accept an offer, click the link and enter the discount code at the checkout.
We are very appreciative of these offers and thank all the supporting companies that put ethics over profit in order to help us defend our properties.
Don't Forget! - We have NO FINANCIAL INTEREST in any products offered. We negotiate deals that are passed directly onto you, as we all want your machines to be safer and to make that as cost effective and accessible as possible to everyone. If you wish to support our work - and we do really need help, I must admit - you can join our Patreon or Supporters scheme and enjoy discounts on products, forum access and perks such as case handlers for personalised response, discount motorcycle transport and much more. It that does not float your boat, we'd welcome a donation of a coffee.
WELCOME TO ASGARD
Asgard have had an enviable reputation for motorcycle security for some 50 years now. If you think the only way your bike will be safe – is in a bike sized safe or vault, then you may have just found your perfect solution.
You may have heard of Asgard, you may not. If you haven’t, then I would strongly suggest you take a look at their website and give them some serious consideration. With the costs of Insurance as they are, these offer a valid alternative to traditional structures and are similarly priced, only with far higher security credentials such a Police backed Secured by Design and the UK Locksmiths Association, the Loss Prevention Certification Board and many top Insurers recommend them. When considering your layers of security, this would serve well as a first line of defense and arguably more secure than a a conventional brick structure with up and over doors which have proven to be easily compromised.
UK MADE
The construction is made in the UK from their West Yorkshire base from heavy duty galvanised (weatherproof) steel, including a steel floor which is OSB lined for a softer surface for your bike. Condensation, which is a huge problem in Steel Containers is dealt with by a unique air flow system designed to reduce moisture from building up. So confident that your structure will remain a pleasant place to be, that they even include options such as shelves, hooks and helmet storage to enable your riding gear to be stored in there. Brownie points for you when that clears the hallway or spare room wardrobe of all your bike gear (Yes, we know! We have all done it!) and if they are confident that your bike gear will remain dry – then your bike will too!
These are built with Bikes in mind, and we all know that bikes have a habit of multiplying through no fault of your own, leaving you struggling to explain to your partner. So sizes vary, meaning you can cater for one bike, four, or maybe more. These panels are available as extra so you can add on, make a workshop of it – why not? It makes perfect sense! Your tools will be as secure as well. It’s a no-brainer.
ENVIRONMENTAL ACHIEVER
If the Environment and Planet are at your forefront when purchasing such a product, then Asgard will impress you further still. they have a Net Zero to Landfill achievement; they recycle, reuse almost everything in-house, and anything left over is used in energy production. If you are after a sale leaflet, then you can download one from the website – paper waste is not something that they contribute to as part of their Environment Policy. To top this, their range includes electric ready options, which opens up options for workshops and electric charging points to future proof your investment against environmental changes and demands as the company adapts and leads the way.
DO I NEED PLANNING?
No! Not at all. These are modular and removable so they need no planning at all. A concrete base would be advisable. If you are living in a flat with shared parking, you would be wise to seek permission from the landlord before parking this in your parking space as a secure option and advise him of it’s planning-free status – otherwise it would fit the job perfectly!
COSTS
Asgard is a major level of security and is priced accordingly. High grade steel, high security locks, a 10 year warranty and Insurance approval don’t come with many, if any alternative shed constructions. With a mid range wooden shed ranging in price from £1200-5000 with little security and no insurance approval rating, the Asgard is looking like a very good value investment for the security of your bike, tools, gear and maybe the lawnmower can share too – at least until you buy another project bike.
Many may be reading this and thinking ‘I can’t afford this financial layout, I’m raising a family’ – and we understand that completely and accept this could be just a pipe dream to many. But wait a moment – last year Asgard teamed up with Klarna to offer a finance package from as little as zero percent interest. Ears pricked up? Eyebrows raised? Well, they should be – this has taken an investment some may never have been able to justify until the children had flown the nest, into an attainable if not crucial part of your security, and one that you can remove and take with you should you move house. You could say, that it has never been easier to secure your bike.
Asgard wish to help you secure your bike. They have kindly agreed to offer UKBTA Patreons and Supporters the benefit of a 10% discount, that is a value of up to £360 on the current flagship model, and a substantial saving on other models. the discount covers all items over £100. We hope that you will visit their site and see what Asgard can do for you