Advice needed on lock :)

[CorpusLuteum]

Would this lock be suitable and effective for the e-co electric bike? I'm worried it might be too large. I ordered the mini lock a few days ago but I'm still waiting for dispatch and I'm considering cancelling my order and getting this instead.

Lock link
http://www.evanscycles.com/products/kryptonite/kryptolok-s2-std-d-lock-with-4-foot-kryptoflex-cable-ec035396

Bicycle link
http://www.sportsdirect.com/e-co-electric-bike-933004?colcode=93300490

 

[OldBob1]

Hi CL I would go for the Krypto lock and cable, got a good name
and versatile.

 

[CorpusLuteum]

Hi CL I would go for the Krypto lock and cable, got a good name
and versatile.

Thanks forgot to ask, would this fit in a regular sized backpack and is it too heavy to cycle with at 1.63kg?

 

[CorpusLuteum]

Also this is the mini lock I ordered a few days ago but I'm worried it might be too small for my bike.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B004HXENKY/?tag=ho01f-21

As for the kryptonite lock, I'm afraid it might be too large

 

[Clockwise]

Buy it from amazon it's cheaper or try get them to price match.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Kryptonite-Bike-Lock-Flex-Cable/dp/B005YPK8G2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1395014167&sr=8-1&keywords=kryptonite lock

Kryptonite locks go grey/silver -> orange -> yellow(new york) with yellow being best.

I have the grey one you linked too(among others), this should give a good idea of the size, weight I would say about the same as a 2l bottle of water/pepsi.

 

[CorpusLuteum]

Buy it from amazon it's cheaper or try get them to price match.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Kryptonite-Bike-Lock-Flex-Cable/dp/B005YPK8G2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1395014167&sr=8-1&keywords=kryptonite lock

Kryptonite locks go grey/silver -> orange -> yellow(new york) with yellow being best.

I have the grey one you linked too(among others), this should give a good idea of the size, weight I would say about the same as a 2l bottle of water/pepsi.

Awww thank you so much I have already got them to price match with Rutland cycling at £22.94. I'm going to place my order now. Thank you for your help as always

Edit: I have just placed my order with amazon. You've just saved me £2. Thanks

 

[RobF]

D locks are most commonly breached by using a jack inside the D.

To combat this, you need to leave as little space as possible.

In other words, use the smallest D lock you can and lock the bike to the largest post that will fit.

 

[CorpusLuteum]

D locks are most commonly breached by using a jack inside the D.

To combat this, you need to leave as little space as possible.

In other words, use the smallest D lock you can and lock the bike to the largest post that will fit.

Thanks. Although I've never locked a bike and I'll probably post another thread once I've received my lock

What's the likelihood of an electric bike being stolen parked with no battery?

 

[RobF]

Thanks. Although I've never locked a bike and I'll probably post another thread once I've received my lock

What's the likelihood of an electric bike being stolen parked with no battery?

Depends on where, when and for how long.

Your bike is fairly cheap, but I wouldn't take that as much of a safeguard.

We all have different needs, but better to arrange your cycling life so the bike is not left anywhere locked for long.

 

[Clockwise]

Thanks. Although I've never locked a bike and I'll probably post another thread once I've received my lock

What's the likelihood of an electric bike being stolen parked with no battery?

I doubt your bike would get attention from "the pros" so wouldn't expect a team of guys with angle grinders and a van(when it's the crazy expensive £5000 bikes that's the reality of it in some places). The only bad thing with your bike is it might be mistaken for a brompton by some pleb who then trys to steal it, if you have just popped into some shops or something and it's less than an hour or two then it shouldn't be an issue unless you are really unlucky. If you are locking up all day/night or in the same place daily then it could be an issue, same place daily then I would try to chain your bike up slightly differently so it is visible it's moved and not "abandoned" for days/weeks on end.

What you have avoided is stuff like this. The cable with your lock is handy for stopping someone totally unarmed just walking off with a wheel so still use it but just remember it's really limited to it's uses.

youtube.com/watch?v=r1x3-HcXC5I

 

[wehey]

I agree the cable is merely a visual deterrent. The U lock is where it's at!
But if someone wants you bike badly enough they will try anything.
I'm also into motorcycles and was shocked when I saw this.

Some of these locks are seriously heavy duty and cost £100's but were broken in seconds

 

[jackhandy]

D locks are most commonly breached by using a jack inside the D.

To combat this, you need to leave as little space as possible.

In other words, use the smallest D lock you can and lock the bike to the largest post that will fit.

Totally agree with Rob & would add that a 250mm (10") lock is a good size for most posts & bike racks - Any smaller & you can find yourself wandering about town looking for a skinny post to which to anchor.

 

[Croxden]

So beware anyone with three foot long bolt croppers.