Attempted motorcycle theft in Auckland

**borg** · 23rd April 2008, 09:33

Just a warning to Auckland Bikers... yesterday (22/04/2008) at around midday, in full public view on a busy road in the central city, and even on security camera some scum bag attempted to steal my GSXR1100. The person used some tool to smash the ignition lock, but was unsuccessful in either unlocking the steering lock or in starting the bike. The footage is yet to be obtained from the security system, but the person is believed to be a male around 6ft, thin, and was wearing a helmet and a back pack. This person is extremely brazen, even when spotted by staff acted like they belonged there or owned the bike. I'd love to frikkin

this lowlife! My steering lock now cannot be unlocked!

**TOTO** · 23rd April 2008, 09:37

H e needs to be Shot. Period. Glad you still have your bike.

**klyong82** · 23rd April 2008, 09:41

Too many bike thefts happening. Glad you still have your bike only thing is gonna have to repair that steering lock.

**DUCATI*HARD** · 23rd April 2008, 09:42

Originally Posted by borg

My steering lock now cannot be unlocked!

at least you still have your wheels bro,,,would have been stripped in parts by now,,,fukwits!!!

**Maverick** · 23rd April 2008, 09:45

it would be real interesting to see if the guy on the video footage matched the discription of the guy on the possible sighting of my bike!

**borg** · 23rd April 2008, 09:54

Cheers guys. Any ideas about where to look for a replacement ignition system would be appreciated. Would prefer to have matching ignition, tank filler and seat lock. Any offers of help to remove and replace the ignition would be appreciated too. I have no idea how it's going to be removed due to the position it's locked in. This might need to go to the bike shop and be an insurance job me thinks.

Unfortunately I've already seen the footage and it's not all that clear due to the zoom out that was set at the time.

Couldn't agree more. I felt that angry last night I wanted the guy dead. I mean it's not just a scumbag thing to do, but how braindead is this guy to think he would get the steering unlocked and successfully started after mashing the lock. Deeeeeeerrrrrr! Probably a frikin P Junkie or something!

**firefighter** · 23rd April 2008, 09:57

worst part is if they do catch him........he'll get a pat on the wrist, and if he has to pay anything it'll go to the gov and you won't see a cent for the damage.

**MisterD** · 23rd April 2008, 09:59

Originally Posted by borg

Unfortunately I've already seen the footage and it's not all that clear due to the zoom out that was set at the time.

White full-face lid? Possibly missing the visor?

**NOMIS** · 23rd April 2008, 10:00

Originally Posted by borg

Just a warning to Auckland Bikers... yesterday (22/04/2008) at around midday, in full public view on a busy road in the central city, and even on security camera some scum bag attempted to steal my GSXR1100. The person used some tool to smash the ignition lock, but was unsuccessful in either unlocking the steering lock or in starting the bike. The footage is yet to be obtained from the security system, but the person is believed to be a male around 6ft, thin, and was wearing a helmet and a back pack. This person is extremely brazen, even when spotted by staff acted like they belonged there or owned the bike. I'd love to frikkin

this lowlife! My steering lock now cannot be unlocked!

Man that sucks, Us hard working people that adore our bikes get them knicked arrrgh.... Just wondering where abouts in the city where you parked I no a bike like your more likly to be stolen before mine but, I still worry about my baby.

**Timati** · 23rd April 2008, 10:02

Seeing this is becoming a rampant trend any suggestions/advice on a good lock for a parked bike?

As for parts, check this place out - http://www.corsa.co.nz/

**gijoe1313** · 23rd April 2008, 10:05

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**borg** · 23rd April 2008, 10:11

Originally Posted by MisterD

White full-face lid? Possibly missing the visor?

The person that saw him said that the helmet was multicoloured, but to me it looked either white or light grey in the footage. Didn't appear to be multicoloured. I'll check with the person and get back to you. Why do you ask?

**MisterD** · 23rd April 2008, 10:17

It was me that spotted Mav's SV..."about 6' and white" fits the rider I saw...

**SpankMe** · 23rd April 2008, 11:21

Bugger!

I park my bike right next to Borg's

and I was in and out several times yesterday and didn't notice anything. I should get my desk moved next to the window. Hopefully these assholes realize mine can't be started without the key so they don't fuck my lock.

Let me know when ya get the tape Borg so I can have a look.

**skidMark** · 23rd April 2008, 11:28

Originally Posted by borg

Couldn't agree more. I felt that angry last night I wanted the guy dead. I mean it's not just a scumbag thing to do, but how braindead is this guy to think he would get the steering unlocked and successfully started after mashing the lock. Deeeeeeerrrrrr! Probably a frikin P Junkie or something!

Um no, thats how you steal a bike.