As we all know, since time immemorial, the desired goods have been the object of robbery. From cattle to state -of -the -art technology. And motorcycles (for their size, value and portability) occupy a privileged place in this modern list of objects in the spotlight. It is often not an impulsive act, but organized, well planned, and for lucrative ends. Some motorcycles are sold as is, others are disassembled for pieces, and many disappear in foreign markets without a trace.
Having a motorcycle should not be a constant source of concern, but you can’t live on their backs to reality. The best defense is not shielding it as a tank, but making it steal it is so complicated and annoying that criminals simply pass.
According to one of the most popular insurers in the Gallic country, «THE MUTUELLE DES MOTARDS«These are the 10 most stolen motorcycles of the year 2024. If you have a Yamaha either BMWgo with an eye.
Top 10 of more stolen motorcycles in France in 2024
- BMW R1250Gs. The undisputed queen of the Trail segment is also the most stolen. Big, face and omnipresent on routes and cities, its popularity plays against it. The GS Adventure versions, even more equipped, are the perfect trophy for organized bands.
- Yamaha Tracer 7. Light, versatile and very common as the first Sport-Turism for day to day. His growing presence in French streets has caused steps to climb in this unwanted classification.
- BMW R1250RTChosen by police bodies, official services and demanding travelers. A fast, comfortable and sophisticated motorcycle that is worth its weight in gold … and in pieces.
- Yamaha Tracer 9 GT / GT+. High level sports tourism with advanced electronics, active suspensions and technology in abundance. The problem? Each of those components costs a fortune and is easily reliable.
- Yamaha MT-09. Powerful, light and striking. Japanese Naked is a usual sales rankings … and robberies. The same destination runs his retro sister, the XSR900.
- Yamaha MT-10. With the engine derived from the R1, this high flight Naked is less frequent in the streets, but equally attractive to criminals. Few pieces have as much exit as those of an injured MT-10.
- BMW S1000RR. An elite superbike. Even shattered, its engine, fork or electronics can reach astronomical figures in the second -hand market. Stealing it in parts is every day’s bread in many criminal circles.
- Yamaha I will have 700. One of the best -selling medium -sized cylindrated trail. Despite having dropped on the list, it is still easy to place, especially outside the EU borders.
- KTM 125 Duke. Small but mata. Duke 125 is the favorite among novel drivers, and that makes it very visible. Its bass facilitates its disappearance.
- Yamaha MT-07. One of the most popular motorcycles of the last 10 years in Europe. Her omnipresence and ease of resale make her a target. Many owners have been victims, even in community garages or with lock.
But, of course, there are also other models under threat. In addition to these ten, there are motorcycles that, although they do not appear on the podium, are still robbed frequently, especially in urban environments. We talk about high -end scooters like the Yamaha Tmax, Honda PCX, Honda X-ADVor models like the Piaggio Liberty And the popular, there in a surprising way, MP3 three -wheel. And yes, they are usually stolen in seconds, many times during the day, in the middle of the street.
