I have just bought a used Sakura E-bike which I only intend to use now and then and I have been looking at the chains available on Ebay and other retailers. I have noticed all the modest priced ones (which is all I can afford) refer to the chain as "Heavy Duty Motorbike Chain" and even some of the dearer ones have the same description. What does this mean exactly? Is it Heavy Duty because it weighs heavy or is it definitely a stronger steel or what. Any information would be gratefully received to enable me to choose the right one.

 

Bernie

HD on ebay can mean anything,if you look at these on the left you will see ratings ie gold silver

http://www.evanscycles.com/categories/accessories/locks-security

HD on ebay can mean anything,if you look at these on the left you will see ratings ie gold silver

http://www.evanscycles.com/categories/accessories/locks-security

 

Many thanks Electric Mike. That was my interpretation of the expression "HD" - I just wanted someone to confirm it. It would seem that to be sure of getting something that stands a chance of making life difficult for the thief is to go for a "hardened steel chain and lock shackle" as a minimum which should put off the oportunist thief. However, if anyone else has something to add, it would be appreciated.

Many thanks Electric Mike. That was my interpretation of the expression "HD" - I just wanted someone to confirm it. It would seem that to be sure of getting something that stands a chance of making life difficult for the thief is to go for a "hardened steel chain and lock shackle" as a minimum which should put off the oportunist thief. However, if anyone else has something to add, it would be appreciated.

As ever ,it is how much you can afford?

myself .I went to a locksmith, bought a length of vinyl protected link chain, and a hardened stainless steel 'discus' lock that had the keyhole protected by a bearing to prevent it being drilled out,, the important thing is to make sure that the hasp fits snugly to the linkchain to prevent prybars being used as this is the weak 'link'(sic), if you can afford a metre of chain this also would prevent force being applied to break the lock .

Buy the best discus lock you can afford , professional thieves will look at that and think ,is it worth me struggling with that lock ?

would this £6 padlock do?

 

http://tpprod.blob.core.windows.net/sys-master-tpprodcontainer/h8e/hd7/8813246152734/T3274100443_515Wx515H.jpg

My wife and i both have one of these

 

http://www.evanscycles.com/products/abus/granit-lock-1000-80-ec005747

 

Then when we go out together we use one of these to fasten the bikes together as another layer of defence

 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Motorbike-Heavy-Duty-Safety-Chain-Closed-Shackle-Padlock-Bicycle-Lock-Bike-Cycle-/360556513755?pt=UK_Motorcycle_Parts&hash=item53f2d7c9db

 

Dont think the chain would hinder more than the opportunist thief though

Our local Asda has the bike shed in front of the main doors,the security guard said they just walk up and cut the chains ect no matter who is about as no one attempts to stop them,being 65 and nowhere near as fit and strong as i was 20 years ago i can understand that

Our local Asda has the bike shed in front of the main doors,the security guard said they just walk up and cut the chains etc no matter who is about as no one attempts to stop them,being 65 and nowhere near as fit and strong as i was 20 years ago i can understand that

 

I think that about sums it up really. It seems that if you are unlucky enough to receive the attention of the professional bike thief, it probably doesn't matter how well protected the bike is because they have the means to get over any obstacle. I think the only thing we can do is make it as difficult as possible for them to do so, in the hope they look at weaker prey but mind you, my bike weighs over 30 kilos which is a bit of deterrent in itself.

 

In reply to one of the other members comments above, my bike only cost £250 and not worth spending half as much again on security. However, I do intend to instal a gold Secure D bracket to the rear wheel and frame with a chain around the front wheel and post which is probably the best I can do for the money.

 

Thanks everyone for your interest and replies

would this £6 padlock do?

 

http://tpprod.blob.core.windows.net/sys-master-tpprodcontainer/h8e/hd7/8813246152734/T3274100443_515Wx515H.jpg

fhats exactly the type of padlock I have, with the chain it is a good deterrent