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redcass Member
 Joined: 27 Aug 2007 Posts: 341 Location: philadelphia, pa 2007 Buddy SI 125
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Posted: Wed Jul 02, 2008 11:57 pm Post subject: SECURITY/LOCKS: New York Noose Chain Lock |
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For day-to-day locking purposes I use a Keeper 5 disc lock (with reminder cord!), but I wanted something more substantial for overnight use.
So I purchased a 4.25 foot Kryptonite New York Noose, and it works really well. The chain is very heavy, so I travel with it under the seat. I have wrapped the noose around gates, poles, parking meters, and anywhere else I can find a secure place to wrap it. I tighten the noose as much as possible. Then, following the suggestion of another MB-er, I put the U part of the lock around the top of my rear shock, put a chain link over it, and then secure the lock. The main key comes with a little LED light to help with locking or unlocking in poorly lit areas. I used this lock in a bunch of different places in my home town in central IL and in Chicago, and nobody touched my scooter. (But of course I also have insurance!)
Because of this chain’s weight, I wouldn’t use it every day. But it gives me some extra piece of mind when I’m on the road and need to leave my scooter outside overnight, or in a high/moderate crime area after dark. The noose design really makes this chain lock work like a typical chain that is much longer—well worth the money, in my opinion. If anybody else has this lock, I’d love to hear any other ideas for how to secure it to your scooter. The shock works well, but I’m also open to other thoughts!
RedCass _________________ RedCass
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siobhan Member
 Joined: 01 May 2008 Posts: 1350 Location: Providence, RI many / most running
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Posted: Thu Jul 03, 2008 1:46 pm Post subject: |
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I'm partial to the center stand. I have a similar chain lock and it can be a pain getting it through the small space between the bottom of the scoot and the stand, but it'd sure be a pain to undo for a thief.
When I picked up the scoot, a bunch of us stood in the showroom (shop mechanics, salespeople and the shop owner) deciding where was the best place to lock and that's what we came up with. _________________ Fahr mit mir!
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Lostmycage FAQ Moderator
 Joined: 17 Jun 2008 Posts: 4499 Location: The Interwebz! Scootypuff Sr.
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Posted: Thu Jul 03, 2008 3:00 pm Post subject: |
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I've got the OnGuard Mastiff (same thing - beefy hex/reinforced noose chain covered in a heat resistant sleeve with U-lock, roughly 4' in length). I feel that if they get that thing off, they deserve a joy-ride. Well, that and they have a $700 reimbursement policy (more than my deductible) if it fails to prevent a theft. With either brand, I think it's a safe bet, these things are beefy!
One thing I wanted to mention: I prefer the center stand as well, however (and I missed this the first time I looked) make sure to slip the U-lock over the thick welded portion and not the slightly skinner bar below the attachment bolts. It's harder to see, but I think that's the most secure place to lock it to; being the frame of the scooter and all. Also, it's just another good reason to wear gloves, as the first few times you lock it there right after a ride, you'll most likely brush the backs of your fingers - HOT!! Just my 2 cents, but I'd take these locks over a cable lock any day of the week. _________________ Check out Scoot Richmond's new site: My awesome local shop.
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polianarchy Moderator
 Joined: 04 Dec 2006 Posts: 2446 Location: SJCA '14 Stellamatic & '06 Buddy 125 & '78 Vespa P200E
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Posted: Thu Jul 03, 2008 5:17 pm Post subject: |
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Excellent review, redcass! I moved it to the REVIEWS forum, with a shadow left in GENERAL DISCUSSION. _________________ ModBud #442
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farrellcollie Member
Joined: 12 Jul 2008 Posts: 62
buddy 125cc seafoam, vespa gt200
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Posted: Wed Jul 23, 2008 2:09 am Post subject: |
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Is there any way you all could post pictures of how you lock the scooters up with the NY chain and the onguard lock? I am having a devil of a time figuring out where to put the chain on my buddy. thanks
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etak Member
 Joined: 23 Jul 2008 Posts: 254 Location: Brooklyn, NY '09 Blackjack, '05 Red Stella
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polianarchy Moderator
 Joined: 04 Dec 2006 Posts: 2446 Location: SJCA '14 Stellamatic & '06 Buddy 125 & '78 Vespa P200E
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Barberry17 Member
 Joined: 18 Aug 2008 Posts: 54 Location: New York, NY 2008 150 Italia
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Posted: Mon Aug 18, 2008 2:06 pm Post subject: |
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farrellcollie wrote: | Is there any way you all could post pictures of how you lock the scooters up with the NY chain and the onguard lock? I am having a devil of a time figuring out where to put the chain on my buddy. thanks |
I have the OnGuard Mastiff, which is the same basically, as mentioned above, and this is how the dealer showed me how to lock the Buddy with the chain. Detail of the image is showing the right side of the front wheel. Quite a secure and easy place to access!
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k1dude Member
 Joined: 08 Jun 2008 Posts: 2378 Location: Northern California '08 Orange Buddy 125
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Posted: Mon Aug 18, 2008 5:57 pm Post subject: |
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Barberry17 wrote: | farrellcollie wrote: | Is there any way you all could post pictures of how you lock the scooters up with the NY chain and the onguard lock? I am having a devil of a time figuring out where to put the chain on my buddy. thanks |
I have the OnGuard Mastiff, which is the same basically, as mentioned above, and this is how the dealer showed me how to lock the Buddy with the chain. Detail of the image is showing the right side of the front wheel. Quite a secure and easy place to access!
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I'm not sure that's the best way to lock it. It looks as if all you have to do is unbolt the wheel and the lock will slip off the fork.
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scoot121 Member
Joined: 24 Jul 2008 Posts: 20 Location: nyc
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Posted: Fri Aug 29, 2008 6:24 pm Post subject: |
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I have a Vino 125 and put the chain through the wheel rim, then lock it. The lock is about 1/2 too big to get through the rim hole, so i'm set. Good to know about the center stand. Sometimes it not possible to reach the wheel. I wish the chain was a tadd longer.
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gearhead Member
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