Secure Bicycle Locks

Cycling is a great activity. What though do you do with your bike when you stop someone like the shops for example or take you bike to work or school? Well you need some where secure to put it or some way of securing your bike so no one will steal it. What you need is a decent bike lock. This lens has some of the best bike locks around.

Things to consider when locking your bicycle

Believe it or not, the vast majority of stolen bicycles get that way because they weren't locked. So, your first defence against theft is purchasing a quality lock and using it whenever you leave your ride unattended. Thieves usually ignore protected two wheelers because so many freebies are readily available.

But, don't just slap on the lock any old which way. Thieves are scoundrels but they're not always stupid. They'll get your machine or part of it, if you're lazy about securing it. For example, most dirt and road rigs are equipped with quick-release wheels, which make it easy for crooks to swipe a very expensive chunk of your machine if you forget to lock the wheels (or the rest of the bicycle, if you only secure one wheel!). Likewise, if you wrap a cable around a parking meter, the felon can just lift the bicycle over the post's top, toss your pride and joy in his truck/trunk and take it home where he can break off the lock at his leisure.

Great Bicycle Locks Under $25

OnGuard Akita 5041 Bicycle Combination Cable Lock

6ft vinyl covered flex cable w/ integrated resettable combo lock. Includes mounting bracket.

Amazon Price: $18.24 (as of 07/06/2009)

Bell Hands Off Bike U-Lock

8-inch hardened steel shackle and crossbar for maximum security, Vinyl coating helps protect against scratching

Amazon Price: $13.09 (as of 07/06/2009)

Bell Key 'N Go Steel Cable Padlock for Bike

Bell Key 'N Go Cable and Padlock is versatile. This key padlock can also be used on school and gym lockers, sheds and more

Amazon Price: $9.24 (as of 07/06/2009)

Knox Lock Resettable Combination Cable Bicycle Lock, 6 ft, 12mm cable

Heavy Duty cable with tough coating, Resettable combination

Amazon Price: $15.28 (as of 07/06/2009)

OnGuard Bulldog STD 5010 Bicycle U-Lock

Massive, 13mm hardened ultra steel shackle provides maximum cut resistance. Dual Steel Bar locking mechanism delivers up to 10 tons of pull strength while the M-Cylinder technology puts drillers and lock pickers out of business.

Amazon Price: $21.80 (as of 07/06/2009)

Great Bicycle Locks Under $50

OnGuard PitBull MINI DT 5008 Bicycle U-Lock and Extra Security Cable

OnGuard Pitbull Mini DT 13mm 3.5 x 5.5 .Black . Comes with 4 Flex cable and Mounting Bracket. 5 keys, one lighted. This also works great on motorcycles for the front rotor.

Amazon Price: $30.95 (as of 07/06/2009)

Kryptonite Evolution Series 4 Standard Bicycle U-Lock with Bracket (4-Inch x 9-Inch)

New & Improved high security disc style cylinder, Free Lifetime Key Registration , 3 keys, one lighted for nightime use

Amazon Price: $49.25 (as of 07/06/2009)

OnGuard Bulldog STD 5010LM Bicycle U-Lock

Utilizing OnGuard's new ultra steel shackle, M-Cylinder technology and Dual Steel Bar lock mechanism that delivers up to 10 tons of pull strength. On top of all these great featurs OnGuard also includes 4 laser cut keys and 1 light key for night time use. 13mm hardened ultra steel shackle. Double bolt locking mechanism. Vinyl coated and weatherproof. Size: 4.5" x 9". Weight: 2.07 lbs.

Amazon Price: $24.14 (as of 07/06/2009)

OnGuard Rottweiler 5024 Bicycle Armored Lock

High security ratings, innovative design and lightweight construction combine to form these unique locks. Produced by covering a super strong twisted cable with hardened steel links these armored locks have a double layer of protection.

Amazon Price: $30.10 (as of 07/06/2009)

OnGuard Rottweiler 5023 Bicycle Armored Bicycle Cable Lock

High security ratings, innovative design and lightweight construction combine to form these unique locks. Produced by covering a super strong twisted cable with hardened steel links these armored locks have a double layer of protection.

Amazon Price: $46.90 (as of 07/06/2009)

Bargain Bicycle Locks

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