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maybe something like this and a disc alarm.
Also loved this but don't know how secure it would be. But you could look at making a DIY wooden version, which could also be a little less conspicuous.
Remember it may also reduce your insurance a little if you have a decent lockable unit.
If all else fails:
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Kind of depends what bike you're planning on getting. How much value are you protecting. If you are thinking of buying a high end power house as your first bike you're likely to do more damage to it yourself than a gypsy camp will! If you're protecting a 5/600cc commuter style (which would be a sensible first option) then keep it covered and locked through the frame to a ground anchor and maybe consider a tracking device for peace of mind. There's only so much you can do to protect a bike and these days we've all lost one or 2 so try and prepare yourself for the possibility.
And try not to buy one on credit, cheap slow bikes are half the fun when you're starting out. Spend decent money on protective clothing, you'll probably keep it a lot longer than a bike and you can ride to Scotland on a 250 and enjoy it with the right gear but you'll only get to the chip shop in shorts and flip flops on a litre sports bike.
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Hi guys, I have just booked my CBT for a few weeks time with the intention of doing DAS shortly afterwards if all goes well. I have a question regarding bike storage and security.
I live in a very small, very quiet village which is with maybe around 150 houses. However around a mile down the road is a gypsy/traveller camp. Now I haven't see anything other than some very poor driving but have heard one story of tools going missing from a garage and imagine a bike locked outside might be targeted. I have a small front garden with space for some sort of shed and i'll also be putting in a ground anchor (or 2?). I've seen the asgard metal bike sheds but they are pricey and I could do with something as small as possible. Are they overkill? Anyone have any suggestions? or pictures of how you store your bikes securely in limited space?