Buffalorider_imp
Running like a top
I wear an old school 3/4 rather than a full face but I use the helmet lock all the time and no troubles.
Helmet lock unusable?
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emptysea
Road warrior
I use the helmet cable that came with my wife's CTX to lock both helmets to my bike (that was she doesn't have to pull her seat off to lock it to her bike). However, it's a little short for both helmets, so I might buy an extension like the ones described or I may just run to the hardware store and buy the shortest bicycle cable they have to run thru both D rings and on to the locking ring--That may be cheaper and just as effective.
12cb96vfr_imp
Running like a top
hey bud I have an RS1 and it works, actually I love it compared to my last bike!
I know some guys will hook on a helmet and leave it on there while they ride (like if they are picking up a passenger) and I could see how that would be a pain.
I know some guys will hook on a helmet and leave it on there while they ride (like if they are picking up a passenger) and I could see how that would be a pain.
Jonnyallover_imp
First service completed
Maybe I'm missing something but why not just carry a small length of light chain just big enough to fit in the receiver bolt of the lock and loop that through your D-ring and ends into the fastener? That would afford you as much play as you'd like to design in.Rolls_imp said:
Powerdogg55
Running like a top
+1Buffalorider_imp said:
Randy B
Road warrior
This makes it easier for the helmet to be stolen. As it is there are enough helmets having the chin strap cut, we don't want to make it any easier on the thieves.Jonnyallover_imp said:
ride4now_imp
Road warrior
I wear a Shoei Modular...no problem with the lock. I find it easy to use...
pechorin75_imp
Running like a top
Thread starter
I eventually found that if I kinda wiggled the helmet around and wedged it into the side of the bike, I could get it to reach...but it's nowhere near as easy as on some other bikes I've ridden. I see others w/ RS-1 helmets said they had no problems...but it's at least possible that having an XXL shell makes things a little tougher.
Anyway, most of the time I just stick my gloves inside the helmet and plunk it down on the right-side mirror. In the places were I usually make short-term stops, nobody seems to mess with unsecured helmets...so it's a risk I'm willing to take in most cases.
Anyway, most of the time I just stick my gloves inside the helmet and plunk it down on the right-side mirror. In the places were I usually make short-term stops, nobody seems to mess with unsecured helmets...so it's a risk I'm willing to take in most cases.
the Ferret
Road warrior
its truly a shame we even have to worry about someone stealing our stuff. truly sad.
Elipten_imp
Road warrior
Just a matter of the sad reality of the world we live in these days.
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Randy B
Road warrior
This is one of the main reasons that I HAVE to get out of here.The ferret_imp said:
Leaving a helmet in the mirror is not too much of a problem where I live. Wouldn't do it in the city.
Randy B
Road warrior
I lock mine in the top case. I just don't trust people out here very much as I see and hear of WAY too much bad stuff happening all over the area way too often.
emptysea
Road warrior
yeah, the helmet lock is not in the optimal position, but it's far better than most other OEM systems I've seen out there. My wife's CTX has an under seat lock that's a complete pain in the butt. Fortunately, her system includes a short length of cable with a loop at each end which we use to tether both helmets to my lock. It's a little tight, but it works for us.
I have no difficulty whatsoever using the CB's lock for just my helmet, but I'd suggest getting a short cable like the one Honda supplies for its under seat locks to buy yourself a little more room.
I have no difficulty whatsoever using the CB's lock for just my helmet, but I'd suggest getting a short cable like the one Honda supplies for its under seat locks to buy yourself a little more room.
Elipten_imp
Road warrior
I had three "men" 22 years ago try and steel my BMW in a small town in rural Nevada where I lived 3 blocks from my house. One was riding two were pushing, yea a 575 lb motorcycle! When confronted they dropped the bike and ran. The dropping scratched the paint on my fairing and broke a lower mounting tab on the right lower. Still have bike, but I take more care where I park and if not in sight a lock
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The NC750 the dealer has lent me a couple of times while the CB1100 is being serviced has an appalling undersea helmet lock that you have to use the supplied wire strap with. Even then it's a PIA to get the helmet on it. The CB1100's is much better—and the second, underseat one is OK too.
Jonnyallover_imp
First service completed
Last night my son came over to borrow my helmet for his g.f.. He was riding up to Los Angeles with a very large group of Harleys headed by Son's of Anarchy actor and Founder of the Orange County chapter of Hell's Angels, Rusty Coones. They were going to a club to hear Coones' heavy metal band, Attika 7.
Now regarding helmet locks . . . All parked in front of this club in a part of town my son says is notorious for crime and thefts. Yet, as he and g.f. dismounted and began to walk in, they noticed the keys were left inside the ignitions of all the bikes. Once in the clubs, they further noticed that none of the bikers was dragging around a helmet. So, he went back out to see what was up with their lids.
All helmets were simply hanging from the bars or sitting on the seats. My son was shocked at this but then looked around and now noticed something he had missed at first. Outside with the bikes in several locations were these big, burly, often mean lookin' dudes watching over the bikes.
So he then realized that he was witnessing the best helmet lock ever.
Later that evening partway through the entertainment, he went outside and offered to relieve the watch. No deal - this was their job. Turns out these are initiates and this is part of their right of passage into full membership.
So guys/gals . . . no new hardware and travel extremely light when visiting your establishment of choice. -Just gotta be b-b-b-bad to the bone.
Now regarding helmet locks . . . All parked in front of this club in a part of town my son says is notorious for crime and thefts. Yet, as he and g.f. dismounted and began to walk in, they noticed the keys were left inside the ignitions of all the bikes. Once in the clubs, they further noticed that none of the bikers was dragging around a helmet. So, he went back out to see what was up with their lids.
All helmets were simply hanging from the bars or sitting on the seats. My son was shocked at this but then looked around and now noticed something he had missed at first. Outside with the bikes in several locations were these big, burly, often mean lookin' dudes watching over the bikes.
So he then realized that he was witnessing the best helmet lock ever.
Later that evening partway through the entertainment, he went outside and offered to relieve the watch. No deal - this was their job. Turns out these are initiates and this is part of their right of passage into full membership.
So guys/gals . . . no new hardware and travel extremely light when visiting your establishment of choice. -Just gotta be b-b-b-bad to the bone.
