Yamaha gives free theft protection

Yamaha is now supplying all motorcycles, scooters and ATVs with DataDotDNA theft protection. DataDotDNA is a, according to the company, a unique theft protection system consisting of tiny microdots bearing identifying code numbers. These dots have been sprayed onto all Yamahas since 1 February 2007 enabling units and their component parts to be easily identified.

The owner, police or insurance companies can cross reference the PIN number on the microdot of any stolen unit with the VIN number of that unit. Warning decals alerting potential thieves that the unit is 'Protected by DataDotDNA' completes the protection picture.

"This anti-theft initiative offers every Yamaha customer a very real benefit. No-one wants their pride and joy stolen and the DataDotDNA system is an effective deterrent that highlights Yamaha's customer focused approach," says YMA Director and General Manager Steven Cotterell. Each Yamaha dealer has been supplied with free DataDotDNA kits featuring aerosol pressure packs enabling microdots to be easily sprayed onto any unit. Each pack of microdots has a unique PIN number that is placed onto the customer warranty booklet and also entered onto an online warranty registration form. The PIN number is then registered onto the DataDotDNA National Security Register. This register is accessible by police authorities and insurance companies.

Each set of dots is valued at $200, so there is a measurable benefit in addition to the intangible bonus of theft protection.