Over here in Kitsap County I have heard of a lot of kicker motors stolen. These thefts are usually with a boat parked outside but right next to the house. I am lucky enough to be able to keep my boat in my garage with a alarm system. When I stay at a motel I put a vibration detector on my boat. Google vibration detector and you will see what I am talking about. These are used on bicycles and motorcycles. It probably really annoys the thief when that 120 DB alarm goes off. Mine only cost me 8 dollars. I don't have much faith in the police. They are too busy chasing hookers and people without seat belts. When my truck was stolen in Tacoma they acted like they were not even interested. The old cop that filled out the report said the never found stolen vehicles other people would call up and tell them where they were.