Design and Development of Centralized Anti-Theft Motorcycle System

Abstract

Motorcycle theft remains one of the most prevalent property crimes in Malaysia, driven by factors such as high demand for spare parts, ease of mobility, and insufficient physical security in public parking areas. To address this issue, this paper presents the design and development of a centralized anti-theft motorcycle system that integrates smart surveillance, mobile-based user authentication, and automated locking mechanisms. The proposed system utilizes a modular architecture comprising a robotic gripper, ultrasonic sensors, and an ESP-32 microcontroller, all coordinated via a secure web-based mobile application. Users can remotely manage their motorcycle’s security status through QR code verification, while real-time monitoring and passive surveillance enhance situational awareness and deterrence. A lab-scale prototype was developed to validate the system’s functionality, demonstrating its potential to significantly reduce theft incidents in shared parking environments. This work contributes to the advancement of smart mobility infrastructure and offers a scalable solution for urban safety enhancement.