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RE: Who uses physical bike locks? - Henrik_imp - 03-18-2021
I used to put physical bike locks on my bikes until the day my VFR800 was stolen in the middle of Geneva during the afternoon while I was at work. It had locks on it etc., but the guys who stole it just pulled up with a van, got out and lifted the bike in the back of the van and drove off. I didn't see them, obviously, but the police were able to confirm this to me afterwards.
After that I gave up with the hassle. Clearly if somebody wants to steal the bike they will.
RE: Who uses physical bike locks? - GoldOxide_imp - 03-18-2021
(03-18-2021, 01:55 AM)Henrik_imp Wrote: I used to put physical bike locks on my bikes until the day my VFR800 was stolen in the middle of Geneva during the afternoon while I was at work. It had locks on it etc., but the guys who stole it just pulled up with a van, got out and lifted the bike in the back of the van and drove off. I didn't see them, obviously, but the police were able to confirm this to me afterwards.
After that I gave up with the hassle. Clearly if somebody wants to steal the bike they will.
That is not fun Henrik.
Sounds like for higher risk areas (where ever we think that may be - e.g., NYC?), chaining down or at least to another motorcycle will make a lift theft probably not worth it.
Although, in rural areas, it would not surprise me that a few machines outside a sleepy motel/hotel wouldn't be lifted at 3 am in the morning. But again, a chain between machines might help avert that from happening.
RE: Who uses physical bike locks? - Henrik_imp - 03-18-2021
It is not fun, but at the end of the day that is also why I pay insurance.
I would hate for the CB to be stolen, but otherwise it is just an opportunity to get something new. The good thing is that our CBs do not seem to high on the list for bike thefts.
RE: Who uses physical bike locks? - pekingduck - 03-18-2021
I only carry liability and uninsured-motorist insurance coverage, so a lock makes more sense for me. I garage my bikes at home, so theft is less an issue for me.
RE: Who uses physical bike locks? - Charlie Bravo_imp - 03-18-2021
I've almost never locked a bike anywhere, but then, I'm not riding an H-D CVO or a Ducati, either.
RE: Who uses physical bike locks? - spechg - 03-18-2021
I have the Honda U lock that lives under the seat and is used in fairly low risk areas for short periods of time. For a bit more security I also use a heavy duty chain with disc lock. I use this to chain the bike to something solid. Insurance can't replace the bike if it isn't made anymore.
RE: Who uses physical bike locks? - GoldOxide_imp - 03-18-2021
Seems we have a healthy wide range of user perspectives on the matter. All useful.
RE: Who uses physical bike locks? - Crazyirv_imp - 03-18-2021
I use a 1" Cobralink lock ( no longer made) every night as my bike is parked in an open lot in my apartment complex. Have used this lock on my last 3 cycles no one has ever messed with them. Bike is always covered, too.
RE: Who uses physical bike locks? - the Ferret - 03-18-2021
If I was in that situation I would probably use some kind of lock too Irv. Bad enough worrying about your bike one night outside of a motel room, but to experience that EVERY night, would be a nightmare
RE: Who uses physical bike locks? - GoldOxide_imp - 07-27-2021
Hot off the press today:
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-9830007/Cyclist-confronts-London-motorbike-thieves-broad-daylight.html
In short:
Once the punk thief has mounted the motorcycle, push over the motorcycle because there is a fair chance they won't be able to lift it up. In this case the motorcycle is a Honda Africa Twin - which is very challenging to upright.
Dismally, however, choose your motorcycle chain carefully - especially in London town.