I use an abus bordo and kryptonite 1055 in San Diego, homeless encampment/bike theft central. Easy to carry, flexible lock options. Very few people use 2 locks, so it’s automatically a harder target than most.
Unfortunately you'll need the very best model.. 10 out 10.. Use a second cable to secure the bike.. No bike can ever be stored away from a busy area.. Preferably never left for more than a short time.. Preferably in view.. A back up bike gps tracker is necessary for any bike above $1000 in value.. Finally good bicycle insurance is also going to be needed... Never go anywhere where the scum thieves might be.. Take off the saddle if possible and put in your back sack.. Need more.. Deflate the tires/tyres and pump back up later when you come back.. Once you lock your bike come back to it after a couple of minutes and observe who if anyone is hanging around your bike..
I just bought a 1515 because it's what kept my motorscooter safe in Honolulu for years. I'm going to strap it to the rack when I ride anyways, and I have a motor to help me ride with this monster. I keep my bike inside my house, when I'm not riding it.
the lockpickinglawyer uses the evolution series 4, he claims it would be harder to break in with the average theif because its harder to stabilize the chain while grinding it
IMO for Ebike chain is the way to go , ebike frames and tubes are much bigger than regular bikes on somee e-bikes, plus a chain is maximum security for your expensive ebike
Agreed, unfortunately when you download video recordings from Skype it crops your original video to fit two people on the screen. I had forgotten about that. Might have to try something else next time.
@@jacobmcdowell9518 The replacement bike is etched in big bold letters Property of ----, and Law Enforcement, Please Check ID of Rider,Two Trackers, Movement alsarm(s) and an assortment of locks including big chain and chief among them a LiteLock X1 that takes 10m to grind each side with a diamond bladed angle grinder. Thes AHs won’t get another bike from me.
The only product I'd buy is one of the three grinder resistant u locks from Hiplok and Litelok. If I can't be bothered to remove the front wheel to lock with the rest, I'd use a kryptonite 1090.
The 8 out of 10 lock in this video is the one that the lockpicking lawyer uses for his own bike. I would go with his recommendations over some BS score from a manufacturer.
@@dtz1000 but the lock picking lawyer has a cheap bike too. Pretty sure he in the Video that he reviewed the lock he uses he said its the same price as his bike
I haven't had any HUGE issues with this lock yet! ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxfyHDlEqk6hqu9acdvK5NGzZsGKSokSbv It seems sturdy and like it will get the job done. I really like that it has a twisting lock feature to keep out dirt and debris. However, the mounting system is much too light for the lock, and continues to get loose/move around. It's mostly made of plastic parts, and I've had to tighten it a few times in the past week or so that I've had it. I'm worried that it's going to break off at some point while I'm riding. I'm considering just scrapping that part, but that would mean having to carry the heavy lock i my backpack and adding more weight. I wish I could have given this more stars, but without the mounting system, it's just another heavy lock that I have to cart around. UPDATE: Increased rating to 5 stars because the seller offered to provide a new lock and mounting system. Really appreciate the attention to customer service!!
To be fair, I feel like the rating system on Kryptonite locks is still pretty helpful. These lock ratings should be used to compared locks from the same brand - not across brands. The Sold Secure is another decent rating system.
@@TitusMH Almost no bike thieve is dealing with lockpicking anymore. It is a skill they have to learn and perfect over some time. It is much easier and faster these days to just carry some collapsable bolt cutters or a battery powered angle grinder with them. The bolt cutters will deal with 90% of the locks on the street in seconds and if it is not enough an angle grinder will do the work and get rid of the rest of them. We slowly are getting to a point where angle grinder resistant locks are coming on the market but they are still quite expensive and few and far between. Before they have not become the standard no thieve will bother with learning lock picking.
Should've asked him why Kryptonite don't ever answer emails. Quite happy to take (quite large amounts of) our money, but absolutely no back up or customer service once they've got it.
When meters are spoken it would be appreciated it you would edit and put on the screen the equivalent in inches for us Americans that haven’t learned the metric system
You hope that the racket an angle grinder produces would hinder them from being used all the time. Unfortunately most chains and locks have to be considered "theft deterrents" and not "Theft-Proof" -JT
This LOCK GUY LOST ME when he didn’t mention the battery as one of the most expensive parts that can go missing..... Ideally unless I’m just not aware lock companies should start making Locke SPECIFICALLY FOR THE E-bike BATTERY
We didn't feel that was important as the battery is already locked to the bike. I know on some DIY kits that is not the case. But on all of the ebikes we have reviewed, that is the case.
@@vendettarules1 same! I would legit love for one too look rusty AF and with chipped paint. If that could be drawn on/textured onto the bike, it would have a less chance of getting stolen.
Oh so do you ride a normal bike 100% of places you go?You bike commute 20 miles, do all your grocery shopping on a bike, haul things to the beach on a bike, and drop your kids off at school on a bike? Oh no? Then an E-Bike would have uses for you. E-Bikes are not about laziness or about replacing normal bikes, they're about replacing cars. An E-Bike lets you get out of a car and pedaling on a bike, which is much better for your health and for the planet
my guess is that you are not approaching 70 years old, not in the best of form through no fault of your own but still enjoy cycling in the great outdoors. You just carry on enjoying your unassisted bike while you can because one day you never know ……………….
Since E-bikes are normally way more expensive than standard bikes this is the first time most people are actually taking theft protection for bikes seriously and not just go with the 10$ gift ribbon locks you can defeat by cutting it with a spoon. Many people are seeing an E-bike less as a way to work out, have fun or something like that but more like an effective way of transportation over short and medium distances. It more or less replaces a motor scooter or motorcycle than a traditional bike.
What Kryptonite bike lock is best for your needs?
Was looking for good and bad reviews, not just a long advertisement.
I use an abus bordo and kryptonite 1055 in San Diego, homeless encampment/bike theft central. Easy to carry, flexible lock options. Very few people use 2 locks, so it’s automatically a harder target than most.
Thanks for sharing your locks specifically in SD.
@@EbikeEscape are you guys in SD too? Do you have a shop?
Unfortunately you'll need the very best model.. 10 out 10.. Use a second cable to secure the bike.. No bike can ever be stored away from a busy area.. Preferably never left for more than a short time.. Preferably in view..
A back up bike gps tracker is necessary for any bike above $1000 in value..
Finally good bicycle insurance is also going to be needed...
Never go anywhere where the scum thieves might be..
Take off the saddle if possible and put in your back sack.. Need more.. Deflate the tires/tyres and pump back up later when you come back..
Once you lock your bike come back to it after a couple of minutes and observe who if anyone is hanging around your bike..
Depends on where you are, man.
I just bought a 1515 because it's what kept my motorscooter safe in Honolulu for years. I'm going to strap it to the rack when I ride anyways, and I have a motor to help me ride with this monster. I keep my bike inside my house, when I'm not riding it.
the lockpickinglawyer uses the evolution series 4, he claims it would be harder to break in with the average theif because its harder to stabilize the chain while grinding it
Yes, and that's a lot of praise from him
IMO for Ebike chain is the way to go , ebike frames and tubes are much bigger than regular bikes on somee e-bikes, plus a chain is maximum security for your expensive ebike
Agreed! Thanks for watching!
Ryan, if possible, it might be a good idea to modify your setup so that you'll be facing the camera, even when referencing your computer screen.
Agreed, unfortunately when you download video recordings from Skype it crops your original video to fit two people on the screen. I had forgotten about that. Might have to try something else next time.
My bike was stolen using your Evolution Chain. The thief used a hydraulic bolt cutter and silently cut it while I was asleep in my RV.
It’s well known that determined thieves can’t be stopped, especially if they have specialized equipment like a hydraulic cutter
Should have went top dollar and got the forget about it lock by kryptonite
@@jacobmcdowell9518 The replacement bike is etched in big bold letters Property of ----, and Law Enforcement, Please Check ID of Rider,Two Trackers, Movement alsarm(s) and an assortment of locks including big chain and chief among them a LiteLock X1 that takes 10m to grind each side with a diamond bladed angle grinder. Thes AHs won’t get another bike from me.
The right bike lock for me is a Brompton under my desk.
The only product I'd buy is one of the three grinder resistant u locks from Hiplok and Litelok.
If I can't be bothered to remove the front wheel to lock with the rest, I'd use a kryptonite 1090.
I have a ninebot max g30 I'm wondering if the series evolution 4 the chain is enough to lock the frame to a solid post??
i just bought a aventon aventure 2 what lock should i get
I second this
Fme I only want to see and buy 10/10 locks
Good idea with pricey ebikes!
you got the wrong picture
@@pokitty100 how so?
The 8 out of 10 lock in this video is the one that the lockpicking lawyer uses for his own bike. I would go with his recommendations over some BS score from a manufacturer.
@@dtz1000 but the lock picking lawyer has a cheap bike too. Pretty sure he in the Video that he reviewed the lock he uses he said its the same price as his bike
Somebody invent a reasonably effective system for locking to topless and sleeved bollards, please-and-thank-you.
I haven't had any HUGE issues with this lock yet! ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxfyHDlEqk6hqu9acdvK5NGzZsGKSokSbv It seems sturdy and like it will get the job done. I really like that it has a twisting lock feature to keep out dirt and debris. However, the mounting system is much too light for the lock, and continues to get loose/move around. It's mostly made of plastic parts, and I've had to tighten it a few times in the past week or so that I've had it. I'm worried that it's going to break off at some point while I'm riding. I'm considering just scrapping that part, but that would mean having to carry the heavy lock i my backpack and adding more weight. I wish I could have given this more stars, but without the mounting system, it's just another heavy lock that I have to cart around. UPDATE: Increased rating to 5 stars because the seller offered to provide a new lock and mounting system. Really appreciate the attention to customer service!!
Someone better tell Litelok and Hiplok that real security has weight to it...time for Kryptonite to start embracing ceramics!
I always find it hilarious when lock companies rate their own locks. Maybe stick to showing only the best locks
To be fair, I feel like the rating system on Kryptonite locks is still pretty helpful. These lock ratings should be used to compared locks from the same brand - not across brands. The Sold Secure is another decent rating system.
@@EbikeEscape not really, they can easily be pick locked
@@TitusMH Almost no bike thieve is dealing with lockpicking anymore. It is a skill they have to learn and perfect over some time. It is much easier and faster these days to just carry some collapsable bolt cutters or a battery powered angle grinder with them. The bolt cutters will deal with 90% of the locks on the street in seconds and if it is not enough an angle grinder will do the work and get rid of the rest of them. We slowly are getting to a point where angle grinder resistant locks are coming on the market but they are still quite expensive and few and far between. Before they have not become the standard no thieve will bother with learning lock picking.
@@cdbtheclaw no duh it’s soo easy to lock pick a combonation lock as well
LED pipe, LOL LEd is a soft metal
Should've asked him why Kryptonite don't ever answer emails. Quite happy to take (quite large amounts of) our money, but absolutely no back up or customer service once they've got it.
Sorry to hear that 😕
@@EbikeEscape i've heard this too
So email them BEFORE you give your🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑
Thank you !
Glad it was helpful!
When meters are spoken it would be appreciated it you would edit and put on the screen the equivalent in inches for us Americans that haven’t learned the metric system
So whats up with their poor quality keys!
Thanks for the content :)
My pleasure!
cool clip 🤘
yeah! 🤙
Chains are useless against portable angle grinders.
You hope that the racket an angle grinder produces would hinder them from being used all the time. Unfortunately most chains and locks have to be considered "theft deterrents" and not "Theft-Proof" -JT
This LOCK GUY LOST ME when he didn’t mention the battery as one of the most expensive parts that can go missing..... Ideally unless I’m just not aware lock companies should start making Locke SPECIFICALLY FOR THE E-bike BATTERY
We didn't feel that was important as the battery is already locked to the bike. I know on some DIY kits that is not the case. But on all of the ebikes we have reviewed, that is the case.
none because angle grinders are a thing....
All about being the least compelling ebike to steal. There is also a "grinder proof" lock from Hiplok.
@@EbikeEscape Would love an ebike that looks like a cheap regular bike lol
@@vendettarules1 same! I would legit love for one too look rusty AF and with chipped paint. If that could be drawn on/textured onto the bike, it would have a less chance of getting stolen.
Why? Kryponites combination lock cable looks are so shity they can be decoded in seconds.
I don't really care for ebikes, they are for lazy people.
Why are all the bike lock videos for electric bikes??? What in the F*** is an electric bike. What people are too lazy to even pedal now?
Oh so do you ride a normal bike 100% of places you go?You bike commute 20 miles, do all your grocery shopping on a bike, haul things to the beach on a bike, and drop your kids off at school on a bike? Oh no? Then an E-Bike would have uses for you. E-Bikes are not about laziness or about replacing normal bikes, they're about replacing cars. An E-Bike lets you get out of a car and pedaling on a bike, which is much better for your health and for the planet
my guess is that you are not approaching 70 years old, not in the best of form through no fault of your own but still enjoy cycling in the great outdoors. You just carry on enjoying your unassisted bike while you can because one day you never know ……………….
Tell us you’re broke without telling us😂😂
@@cheddar76k I have a car sir
I ride my bike for fun and exercise and to be outside
Since E-bikes are normally way more expensive than standard bikes this is the first time most people are actually taking theft protection for bikes seriously and not just go with the 10$ gift ribbon locks you can defeat by cutting it with a spoon.
Many people are seeing an E-bike less as a way to work out, have fun or something like that but more like an effective way of transportation over short and medium distances. It more or less replaces a motor scooter or motorcycle than a traditional bike.