Bike security/locks helps please!

[Swoop]

Steering lock every time the bike stops.
Have various chains and cables (prefer the cable as it is a bastard to try and cut with boltcutters).
At home. Combat spec 12 guage shotgun with appropriate anti-burg lead-injections.

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

I'm sure it would impede a rider... quite substantially

[Disco Dan]

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?

Whats a Dick Lock?

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.

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/sh...5&postcount=23

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/sh...light=security

Second link has videos of how easy it is to get past common bike locks.

Oh and I can see my bike from where i'm sitting right now... on a security monitor.

[Morcs]

Ive been using a disk lock. until...

I found out that the brakes on teh TL can be bent by the weight of a disk lock.

and

If you park up and put it on straight away, the cooling of the disks as the metal shrinks made it go off.

And I generally dont let the bike go out of sight if in sight of anyone it shouldnt be.

Getting a proper alarm fitted is good thing too. Doesnt stop them stealing though...

[westie]

Insurance is easier then ensurance

[Hellraiser]

GPS that way you'll find it again and an alarm.

[Waxxa]

I use the steering lock, have a 'grip-lock' (have had no problems with it like losing brake fluid?) and now carry a cable under my seat to put around the back wheel so at least they cant walk off with it.

Dont no what else I can do when I'm out and about.

[Meekey_Mouse]

Thanks for all the posts people will look at all the links given.

The steering lock will be on... Unless I'm riding it or pushing it some where!

Insurance is easier then ensurance

Already sorted insurance for it

Any one know any good companies for alarms? I've spent literally every cent I have on this bike so I can't afford any thing too expensive. But just the same, if it is out of my budget I'll just find a way to afford it lol.

Are alarms actually any good other then just making noise?

[Disco Dan]

Are alarms actually any good other then just making noise?

Its only good if:

A) Someone hears and actually does something.
B) Immobilizes it.

How often have you heard an alarm go off...

[Meekey_Mouse]

Its only good if:

A) Someone hears and actually does something.
B) Immobilizes it.

How often have you heard an alarm go off...

Quite often and I don't really pay much attention to them any more... Sad I know, but there are too many false alarms lol.

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/sh...light=security

Weird... I did do a post with "bike security" and nothing came up.

[Wasp27]

Thanks for all the posts people will look at all the links given.

The steering lock will be on... Unless I'm riding it or pushing it some where!



Already sorted insurance for it

Any one know any good companies for alarms? I've spent literally every cent I have on this bike so I can't afford any thing too expensive. But just the same, if it is out of my budget I'll just find a way to afford it lol.

Are alarms actually any good other then just making noise?

Highly recommend the Disc locks Jas....IMHO would be better to spend your $$ on 2x Standard Disc Locks than 1 with an alarm that no one will take any notice of. Have heard of people just putting front wheels on Skate boards to wheel away when bike is fitted with only one....makes it near impossible with 2 fitted. Also bloody good idea to fit a warning cord to the lock and loop the other end over your Handlebar grip....saves all that embarrassment when one tries to ride away with the lock still in place .....cheers W

[trumpy]

As for different types. There are locks that go around your hand grip and pull on your front break. Don't get one, they can squeeze out break fluid.

If it's squeezing out brake fluid then you have a leak....get it fixed.It is good for squeezing out small air bubbles in the system tho.....beats tying back the brake lever overnight with a bit of string...

I use one, easy to keep under the seat but acts only as a mild deterrent and will not deter the really determined thief.

[bully]

GPS that way you'll find it again and an alarm.

do you have a link for the gps... where do you get it ?

[Disco Dan]

do you have a link for the gps... where do you get it ?

http://www.bikebone.com/LocationSXLoginDemo.htm

[borg]

http://www.bikebone.com/LocationSXLoginDemo.htm

Came across this GPS unit a while ago too... it sends txt messages to your phone if the alarm is activated too.

http://www.mongoose.co.nz/accessorie...oduct_id=MTP-3

[Tank]

Inspired by the threads of late and the fact that my bike is going to be locked outside for the next few evenings I popped down to cycletrends to grab a lock.

It was really interesting the difference in quality of some of the products.

I had researched and found that the Xena locks are some of the best on the market. I grabbed http://www.xenasecurity.com/product/...es/XM14/page1/

The quality is top class and it weighs a ton. I also liked the option to add a cable when necessary. The built in alarm I have tested and its plenty loud. Of course it can be muffled - but then Im guessing it will help with the basic thieves out there.

All in all $89 I thought it extremely good value. Comes with 3 keys, pouch, spare batteries.