Locking up your Antique bike and helmet?

[Jim]

I'm just wondering what you guys do when you park your Antique bike (or a new one for that matter) at an event, or at a restaurant? Someplace where you will NOT be able to see/watch your bike while you're walking about or sitting inside eating. (not one of those sleazy areas though) Also, HOW do you lock your helmet? I bought one of those Helmet Strap D-Ring Steel Lock Extensions for my helmet with the quick release (not the D-Ring type). I can slide it through the ratchet part of the strap and then put a padlock through the hole at the other end. 99% of the time I am able to see the bike at all times, but there are places I'd like to visit, but would have to park the bike for a while and walk away.

I'm thinking about a big chain through the wheel and frame and "maybe" locked around a permanent pole if able too.

I realize that locks are a deterrent for honest people, but... I just want to know what others think on this.

[AFJ]

I use a cable alarm of the type that gunsmiths use through the trigger guards of racked rifles in a shop which, once it is set - if moved - wails "like the hounds of Hell". The 10 ft. or so length allows putting it around and through parts of the bike, arm of a jacket and (since I use a helmet with a built-in face bar) the helmet as well.

[Steve Swan]

i've got a helmet lock device on my '09 Moto Guzzi that is mounted on the license plate bracket, i don't know if that type is even made anymore... a quick google, the first thing that i found is this that looks pretty sanitary... https://lidlox.com/

[HDSmitty]

AFJ, would you please post a picture of and any information pertaining to the "siren lock" that you're speaking of? Any info would be greatly appreciated, maybe even price or where to purchase etc. I've never heard of a lock like this but can sure think of many ways to utilize it. Thanks in advance......Smitty

[Skirted]

Maybe something like this? Never heard of it but it seems quite appropriate! This one is only 6' but maybe someone makes a longer one.
https://www.etrailer.com/Cable-Locks...caAtLaEALw_wcB

Here is another
https://www.amazon.com/Trimax-TAL257...ps%2C86&sr=8-3

I never lock the bike or helmet but do stay out of thuggery-laden areas. Just makes it too much hassle for me and takes the fun out of it. I've learned not to worry. Don't have big dollar helmet and bikes are well insured.

[HDSmitty]

Thanks Skirted for posting that....I'm still hoping that AFJ will post about his.. I like the loudness and length that he referred to.........Smitty

[Jim]

Maybe something like this? Never heard of it but it seems quite appropriate! This one is only 6' but maybe someone makes a longer one.
https://www.etrailer.com/Cable-Locks...caAtLaEALw_wcB

Here is another
https://www.amazon.com/Trimax-TAL257...ps%2C86&sr=8-3

I never lock the bike or helmet but do stay out of thuggery-laden areas. Just makes it too much hassle for me and takes the fun out of it. I've learned not to worry. Don't have big dollar helmet and bikes are well insured.

That is ONE THICK cable!!! For my helmet, I just bought these... but I haven't used them yet.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...m_2p_7_lm?th=1

[bobphd]

Here is what lets me sleep a little better if I am not next to my bike on the road. It has a battery powered alarm and remote paging alarm so I can use it with whatever bike I am using. I did have to modify it to use with 16 inch wheeled bikes . It is typical China quality but works for me. The pager range is not far but within range of the small 32. Bob 1FFABCAC-3D1D-4C6F-9C71-A59C8ECC06AE.jpeg

[Peter Cooke]

This one looks like it'd do the job. Maybe slightly bulky though.

Cable Lock Alarm 2.4m (8ft) | Lock Alarm

[frichie68]

An old Utah friend rode a 47 Chief as his daily rider, always left his key in the ignition. I spotted his bike at a county fair & sure enough, the key was in it. Thought I'd teach him a lesson, grabbed the key - and it wouldn't come out! I finally found him & told him what I had planned, he just laughed, "It's been like that since I bought it, nobody would know how to start & ride it anyway, I'm not worried!"

[AFJ]

HD Smitty,

Attached are pictures of the "gunsmith type" alarm. It was handled by the "Master Lock" company here in Canada but it was made - many years ago in China. I have had it more than 15 years and since the battery is only used when the alarm goes off it is very economical. It uses the usual 9 volt "smoke alarm type" battery.
The alarm is quite small and easy enough to store in a pocket or corner of a saddlebag. the cable end on the top of the box (narrow side) unplugs so it can be put through wheel spokes or around the frame.
AFJ

PS. It was bought at a sporting goods/firearms dealer so that may be the sort of place that still handles such. Bicycle shops might be a possibility as well. Ones for motorcycles or trailers that I see on-line seem to be much thicker cable and heavier duty but not as long. AFJ.



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[HDSmitty]

Thanks so much to AFJ for the pic and description and also to Peter Cooke for the link to what looks like todays version of AFJ's lock. Just what I was looking for, for not only the bikes but also the generator locked to the trailer and multiple other uses. The siren is what makes it! ....Smitty

[AFJ]

to: HDSmitty,
The siren is certainly what makes this sort of security different. And these days when one parks an old bike at a Vintage Rally and then wants to wander off a few yards to look at some of the other old bikes, maybe take a picture or two, it is certainly one simple and easily set up additional level of protection.
Wish you good riding in '23.
AFJ

[pisten-bully]

I've yet to use anything like these (knock on wood) but reading these makes me anxious! When I Googled around I found some similar theft deterrents including those that will track your bike if someone grabs it. And then others that will alert you via cell phone if your bike moves at all...but then I thought who'd want to confront a gang of toughs in the middle of taking your bike...too many drug addled, low life addicts willing to kill for a few dollars so they can buy more drugs.

[AFJ]

Well, the original question was about securing the safety helmet so one did not have to carry it around or into the restaurant. Such minor theft as a helmet is not a big problem in many US states since riding a M/C does not always require a helmet to be worn. Full security at home is usually based on a secure garage situation. And overnight security of a valued motorcycle at a home or rally location requires some greater lock-up equipment or tracking device equipment. At least it seems to require higher tech devices these days.
I have attended a lot of antique bike rallies over the past 50 years or so and have never been at one where a bike was stolen. But I know that people, like the original poster on this thread are concerned about leaving a helmet or jacket with the bike while they go into a diner for a meal. I think some form of cable lock can help keep such items secure.
AFJ