Planning permission for Asgard garden sheds in a grade 2 listed area – not needed!

A recent Asgard customer has found that his Asgard Shed does not require planning permission. “Hello, i chose your product as it was one of the only secure insurance  approved small garages i could find that could fit my Triumph Rocket 3  inside with enough room to spare.  My house is grade 2 listed and [...]

Police bike theft squad axed

One of Britain’s last police stolen vehicle squads is to be closed from next year, leaving organised bike theft uninvestigated. The Metropolitan Police’s stolen vehicle squad will be disbanded from April 2012 due to budget cuts. The unit has been a powerful deterrent to organised criminal gangs that move around the country stealing bikes to [...]

Oxford Bike Chain Locks and Ground Anchors.

Cycling is all about being free and riding in the wind but unfortunately there is a serious element to bikes – and that is the risk of bike theft. According to a study by the insurance company Direct Line, there are ’1,200 bikes are stolen every day’ (Source: The Independent News Online).  Most of those [...]

How to fit a Ground Anchor

If you have considered increasing the amount of security for your mototbike or bicycle, you may have considered installing a ground anchor to use with a bike chain.  However, if you are not sure about how to go about installing a ground  anchor, this article will explain how to fit a Ground Anchor to the [...]

Motorcycle Theft Statistics

Motorbikes are becoming an increasingly popular method of transport in the UK, with new bike prices ranging from £1,000 to £20,000 dependent on the make of the bike. Surprisingly though, most bikes irrespective of price are not fitted with additional security measures as standard.  A recent survey by the National Crime Intelligence Service (NCIS) based [...]

Motorcycle Storage and Security – Buyers Guide

Buyers guide  Motorcycle Security and Security Believe it or not summer has gone.  Did you miss it??? So did we!  So, now is the time for most of us to think about packing the bike up for the winter.  I certainly won’t be braving the icy roads on only two wheel this winter – The [...]

Bicycle Security Alarm Systems.

For bicycle owners, cycle security is one of the most discussed topic; ‘which bike security products are best for my bike’?  Using sturdy padlocks, chains, disc locks, and ground anchors are all recommended when parking your bike at all times but the key message is clear – always double up on security where possible.  This [...]

Clamping down on Quad Bike theft

Quad biking has been gaining popularity over the recent years with many experienced and younger drivers enjoying the thrill of the ride.  However, the rate of stolen ATVs has also increased across the UK and and once your Quad Bike is gone, it can be difficult, if not nearly impossible, to ever get it back.  Did [...]

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