07-31-2021, 01:17 AM
(07-22-2021, 03:44 AM)Alain Lee_imp Wrote:(02-08-2019, 01:38 PM)LongRanger_imp Wrote: It's a good idea to record the key tag number in your owners manual (or elsewhere). You never know when you might need it.
Sorry LR, I don't want to be the bearer of bad news, writing the "Key Code" in the owners manual is not recommended.
From previous work experience, Thieves always go to the OM, jot down the hand written Key code then have a copy of the key made from the code and steal the vehicle afterwards.
Especially that the motorcycle does not have the "Vehicle Immobilizer" theft deterrent system.
May be write the key code down on the invoice slip.
I've seen many reports concerning this style of theft.
Sorry LR, I don't want to be the bearer of bad news, writing the "Key Code" in the owners manual is not recommended.
From previous work experience, Thieves always go to the OM, jot down the hand written Key code then have a copy of the key made from the code and steal the vehicle afterwards.
Especially that the motorcycle does not have the "Vehicle Immobilizer" theft deterrent system.
May be write the key code down on the invoice slip.
I've seen many reports concerning this style of theft.
Source? I am interested in who collects theft data at this level of detail as this sounds very anecdotal. Having it written in a manual seems no more or less safe than keeping it on the aluminum tag.