Bike security/locks helps please!

[Meekey_Mouse]

I've tried to do a search to find info on here but only stolen bike threads came up.

What sort of bike locks do people use?
What different types are out there and what would you recommend?
Are there any stories out there of bike locks that have failed?

Basically my past bikes aren't the sort that people would steal (I've even forgotten about the key and left it in the bike whilst in town) but my next bike will be a bit more of a target
Living in Taupo I'm not too worried... But for when I travel round to the bigger cities and stuff I'd like to know that my baby is safe.

[McDuck]

For me dick lock and stering lock, if they want it more than that they will get it. Oh and a hory grate chain could work to. What is the next bike?

[CookMySock]

no matter what additional locking devices you use, make yourself a rule - never never never leave it unattended with the steering unlocked.

DB

[nodrog:Me]

a disc lock with an alarm is a good portable solution,

http://www.xenasecurity.com/product/...s/alarm/page1/

oh, and insurance.

[NOMIS]

At home, my dog
At work stering lock, chain ( snapped very easily last week when i for got to take it off ) will be getting 2 alarmed disk locks And the big oxford chain.
Where I park is very busy with alot of foot traffic and has 4 cctv cameras that are all facing my bike and even more heading down the street. So I hope it is still ok.

Plus insurance

[Dargor]

As for different types. There are locks that go around your hand grip and pull on your front break. Dont get one, they can squeeze out break fluid.

Nodrog: do you know how those alarms last in the rain. And can you replace the batteries.

[nodrog:Me]

As for different types. There are locks that go around your hand grip and pull on your front break. Dont get one, they can squeeze out break fluid.

Nodrog: do you know how those alarms last in the rain. And can you replace the batteries.

a mate has one and has had no problems with rain, and yes the batteries can be repalced.

[skidMark]

Steering lock. disc lock. at home i would reccomend a ground anchor with the oxford lock...cant cut the oxford with bolt cutters like normal chain.

but yeah away from home disc lock and steering lock.

Take the oxford chain with you though, should be able to find a pole to strap it to.

[yungatart]

For me dick lock and stering lock, if they want it more than that they will get it. Oh and a hory grate chain could work to. What is the next bike?

Do you mean one of these???
http://your1shop.com/images/LVF4990%...e%20edited.jpg

I don't see how it prevents bike theft tho.

[oldrider]

I've tried to do a search to find info on here but only stolen bike threads came up.

What sort of bike locks do people use?
What different types are out there and what would you recommend?
Are there any stories out there of bike locks that have failed?

Basically my past bikes aren't the sort that people would steal (I've even forgotten about the key and left it in the bike whilst in town) but my next bike will be a bit more of a target
Living in Taupo I'm not too worried... But for when I travel round to the bigger cities and stuff I'd like to know that my baby is safe.

Thank you for raising this issue MM, maybe it (security) deserves its own forum.

As one of the bike riders who enjoys a reasonable safe home environment, I am becoming more than a little paranoid when I read the experiences of our less fortunate victims of theft on KB.

It amazes me just how easily some bikes are stolen, despite the precautions taken! John.

[megageoff76]

no matter what additional locking devices you use, make yourself a rule - never never never leave it unattended with the steering unlocked.

DB

Too true. Theres a chap with a nice SV1000 that i park next too, and he fits the lever lock without fail, but NEVER has the steering lock on. The lever lock wont stop anyone from simply wheeling the bike to the nearest van.

[McDuck]

Do you mean one of these???
http://your1shop.com/images/LVF4990%...e%20edited.jpg

I don't see how it prevents bike theft tho.

Simple. Would you touch a bike with that sitting on the handle barrs?

[tri boy]

Kryptonite Brand locks and flexible cables have a good rep.
The cables are the best IMHO. (can be looped through the frame, and need a oxy kit to cut it).
www.kryptonite.com

[Timati]

Kryptonite Brand locks and flexible cables have a good rep.
The cables are the best IMHO. (can be looped through the frame, and need a oxy kit to cut it).
www.kryptonite.com

Old story but may still ring true about Kryptonite locks - http://www.wired.com/culture/lifesty.../2004/09/64987

[tri boy]

Old story but may still ring true about Kryptonite locks - http://www.wired.com/culture/lifesty.../2004/09/64987

Fault was sorted out years ago.
Specific to that one U-Lock design.