Disc Lock

jonyskids · Post by **jonyskids** » Wed Feb 26, 2014 7:34 pm

Any one using a brake disc lock on their scooter? Does it make sense as it is not that to remove the front wheel if you really wanted to steal? I currently use a cable through the rear wheel. Is this the best option?

Thanks for opinions,

Jon

skully93 · Post by **skully93** » Wed Feb 26, 2014 7:49 pm

I use it when parking around town for short stints. it's not terribly secure but it keeps the casual thief from wandering off with it. Keep in mind they can just lift up the front and roll it away. Makes it a pain if you lock the steering too.

There are all kinds of security threads to give you some tips, but short of only locking in Ft Knox surrounded by landmines 6' underground, a determined thief needs only tools a time. The key is to make it harder/more inconvenient to steal than the next one.

The best defense is good insurance.

ender07 · Post by **ender07** » Thu Feb 27, 2014 9:40 am

Try this.

http://t.harborfreight.com/heavy-duty-p ... 20provided

BeefSupreme · Post by **BeefSupreme** » Thu Feb 27, 2014 2:22 pm

I don't think a normal disc brake would do much to deter theft. I've been using a Xena disk alarm lock in combination with a cable lock for the past two years. I like the fact that if someone touches my handlebars or if kids try to sit on it, it scares the poop out of them. You can adjust the sensitivity by the angle at which you have it mounted on your disc. I like the cable/chain lock/disk alarm combo, you get the visible deterrent of the cable, plus the alarm backup if someone does decide to EFF with your ride.

http://www.amazon.com/Xena-Security-Dis ... B002VR5LLI

Danielm · Post by **Danielm** » Thu Feb 27, 2014 3:22 pm

skully93 wrote: The key is to make it harder/more inconvenient to steal than the next one.

This. Not only am I the only person in the area that actually wears a helmet, jacket and gloves, but I think I'm the only one that locks my scooter. There aren't a lot of them around, but if you drive a few blocks around you see them parked in the street in front of the house, no locks or anything.

Edwub · Post by **Edwub** » Thu Feb 27, 2014 6:01 pm

I use an alarmed disc lock (Xena brand). No idea if it's ever worked for me when I'm not there, but it's good for peace of mind. Enough force/movement triggers the alarm, so if someone were to try to remove a wheel or just cut it off, it'd set it off.

A little costlier, but I figure it'll last for years and years, and the noise has the more likely benefit of frightening off anyone who wants to sit on your scooter, adjust your mirrors, etc.

kmrcstintn · Post by **kmrcstintn** » Fri Mar 14, 2014 9:15 pm

i use a master lock brand disc lock on a regular basis along with locking the steering column; if parked in storage, I use a security cable and american brand padlock thru the back wheel or the centerstand mount underneath to a hard mounting point...

JHScoot · Post by **JHScoot** » Sat Mar 15, 2014 12:53 am

its a good deterrent imo. i use a cheap-o that is effective and good as any other imo. unless you want an alarm on it

http://www.amazon.com/Trimax-T665LC-Har ... =disc+lock

i have two and both have held up over 3 years of use. also comes in yellow

PeteH · Post by **PeteH** » Sat Mar 15, 2014 1:45 am

Yep, I've got a Trimax disc lock paired with a Gorilla onboarding alarm. So far, so good.

sc00ter · Post by **sc00ter** » Sat Mar 15, 2014 2:43 am

Kryptonight disc lock w/orange reminder cable for grip when out riding and a standard size OnGaurd U-lock with a noose chain to a anchor at home. If you get the oversized front rotor for your Buddy and install it yourself you will see first hand why I only go thru the front wheel. And yes, a standard OnGaurd U-lock will fit thru the tire/rim with the big rotor.

CityGal · Post by **CityGal** » Tue Mar 25, 2014 12:53 am

I found a Xena disc alarm size xx6 (the size recommended for a Buddy 125) on Amazon.com for $56. That's $20 cheaper than the Modern Buddy Member discounted price, and $30 cheaper than the regular price. Awesome deal! Get one while it lasts!

ed85379 · Post by **ed85379** » Tue Mar 25, 2014 5:05 pm

I stopped using a disc lock awhile ago. For one, it didn't prevent a theft from my own back-yard, but mostly because of the severe anxiety involved with trying to remove it without setting off the alarm myself, while crouched down, possibly on wet ground, and while wearing a thick leather jacket and a heavy helmet.

With that said, I use several methods to secure my scoot.

If I am just running into a store for a short period, I use a grip-lock, plus a Gorilla alarm. If I am parking at work all day, or in my backyard all night, I chain it up to something solid. At home, the chain is wrapped around the base of the scooter (which someone could potentially work free if they're willing to spend the time on, if it isn't tight enough), and at work, where I only have my travel chain, I put it around the rear shock... which, again, someone could remove the shock if they had the tools with them. Most scooter thefts are opportunistic though, so few would have the necessary tools for that just handy.

It's all about layers of security, and deciding on what level of inconvenience you are willing to put on yourself in any given situation to keep it secure. There is no 100% solution though.