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You’ll be surprised how a ratty old cover makes the bike disappear. Having said that, over night I prefer to stay somewhere with either a garage or gated parking. Secure gives me peace of mind. Again, I also use the cover! I do use a disc lock, but the ‘chain’ I use is fairly light weight. It’s more for show than actual protection. I work on the assumption that most theft is of opportunity, so if my bike looks like it’s too much trouble, they’ll look for easier pickings. You’re right - if they’re going to nick it, not much will put them off.

As for bike gear, I tend to carry that with me. Maybe more hassle, but I’m very particular as to where I leave my stuff. If it’s with me, I know what’s what.

Although I’ve not travelled as much as others here, the one thing I’ve learned is not to worry too much - it gets in the way of enjoying the travel. Oh, and use a ratty cover!
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Thank you Shu and Endurodude for the comments.

I don't want to overstress this as others have said to me before, that takes away from the journey. I built this bike so it has more meaning to me, but thus this is part of the adventure I am embarking upon. I think the best deterrent is being aware of your surroundings and being careful where you leave the bike, perception is reality and its about opportunity.

I think I will carry a cable, not too thick, because to Endurodudes point its merely a deterrent. No point in carrying a huge heavy cable lock.

I think a good deterrent is to just have a ratty cover. I might get a cover and make it ratty to be able to throw on the bike.

FYI in case you guys don't have it or are curious, I have personal property insurance that goes with me around the world so for around $26 a month, I have full accidental and theft of my gear (To include laptop and camera(s)).
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By the way here is my DR650, I just finished building it, I am fine-tuning it now and configuring my final logistical loadout for my June 2020 ship date to Spain.
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Security is important and there is some good advice from those who have responded. I like cables and lockable panniers and have them on both my bikes (one of which is a DR 650). I have only ridden in couple of countries (and shipped bikes) but have traveled over 200,000 km in the last ten years on motorcycles. I have had no tampering with the bikes by using all the tips provided by the riders who replied. I completed a six month car trip in the mid seventies through Europe and the communist countries. This was a time of no email, no internet, no GPS, changing currency at every border and getting passports stamped, buying paper maps etc. No major issues - used many ideas provided here.

Don't stress too much. Saw a good sign a day ago on a travel vehicle "The mud will wash off but the memories will stay forever" This, in my opinion is true.
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