Forward-thinking design Graduate with a passion for conceptualising impactful solutions.
Previous experience working with major clients across CPG, Automotive, Public Sector and MALS in a consulting environment.
Interested in User-centred design, User experience and creating long-lasting product offerings.
Motorcycle theft remains a huge issue in the UK and around the world with approximately 26,000 motorcycles stolen every year in the UK and with motorcycles being 4 times more likely to be targetted by thieves.
The traditional motorcycle security market has focussed on the creation of standalone security products that require users to conduct thorough research into usability and various ways to secure their motorcycles. There are a vast range of devices that act as deterrents often as part of a “layered” security approach due to angle grinders easily defeating many products. This means many riders carry between 1-4 different security-based products.
Riders frequently experience frustrations with the portability, size and fitment compatibility of products as well as a lack of complete reassurance from powered tool attacks and theft via simple lifting into vans.
With very few specific parking bays and infrastructure created for riders anchoring or tethering a bike is a challenge and is still susceptible to attacks via powered tools.
Therein exists an opportunity to integrate new technologies and combative materials in a portable and easy-to-use product that creates a more cohesive security platform that not only gives riders peace of mind but can also add to their knowledge and assist their day-to-day experience with parking their prized motorcycle.
The developed concept uniquely combines anti-angle grinder materials with practical design, featuring a specially engineered shackle that fits snugly over the rear of most motorcycle tyres, allowing it to be anchored securely in place.
This system innovates using vacuum suction to anchor your ride to porous road surfaces. Additionally, the Motolink app guides riders to safe parking spots, enabling them to park their motorcycles with confidence and peace of mind, knowing their vehicle is secured.
Thanks to Hiplok, Bennetts Bike Social, John Milbank, Squire, Sold Secure – MLA and Grabo for their assistance and expert contributions to the project development.
The motorcycle can be rolled onto the suction plate and the weight from the rear end aids in initial suction and protects the chamber from attacks as cutting would require defeating the alloy. The shackle is pivoted and secured at a set height that best suits the motorcycle’s spokes to give the user adaptability for various motorcycle types. This has been tested up to a 240/45/17 rear tyre which is one of the largest commercially available sizes.
