{"id":22467,"date":"2022-12-10T14:27:45","date_gmt":"2022-12-10T14:27:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mailinvest.blog\/index.php\/2022\/12\/10\/why-you-need-a-better-lock-for-your-electric-bike-review-geek\/"},"modified":"2022-12-10T14:27:45","modified_gmt":"2022-12-10T14:27:45","slug":"why-you-need-a-better-lock-for-your-electric-bike-review-geek","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mailinvest.blog\/index.php\/2022\/12\/10\/why-you-need-a-better-lock-for-your-electric-bike-review-geek\/","title":{"rendered":"Why You Need a Better Lock for Your Electric Bike \u2013 Review Geek"},"content":{"rendered":"

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You just bought a fancy new electric bike with all the bells, whistles, fat tires, and upgrades, and it\u2019s an absolute blast to ride<\/a>.\u00a0So why are you still using a cheap bike lock from some big-box retailer based on a decade-old design?<\/p>\n

No matter your bike type, you\u2019ll want a good lock to prevent thieves from wandering off with your ride. Electric bikes are fun, growing in popularity, and are expensive yet easy to sell, which makes them a massive target for theft.<\/p>\n

Thieves will want your<\/em> ebike, and they\u2019ll get it if you\u2019re not careful. Even if you don\u2019t use your electric bike\u00a0as a primary mode of transportation and store it somewhere indoors, like a garage, you\u2019ll want a reliable and trustworthy lock. Here\u2019s what you need to know.<\/p>\n

Why You Need At Least One Electric Bike Lock<\/h2>\n

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Simply put, electric bikes are a bigger target for thieves than regular bikes. This reason alone is why you\u2019ll not only want a good lock, but you\u2019ll also want to consider buying a secondary lock. Thieves know they can get away quickly on an ebike. Then, sell it with ease and for lots of money later.<\/p>\n

Even if you have a decent lock already, you should strongly consider getting a better one for your electric bike. I have one excellent lock and a secondary hardened chain for good measure. Two systems are better than one, even if one isn\u2019t the best.<\/p>\n

Why? Well, no matter what any brand says, someone will have enough patience or power to free your bike. Most chains are easy to cut or break, people can pick locks, and power tools are a popular method these days. All it takes is a few seconds, and someone could be enjoying your bike instead of you.<\/p>\n

If someone is wandering around searching for a bike to steal and sees yours, then notices it has not one\u2014but two locks\u2014 there\u2019s a good chance they\u2019ll keep looking for an easier target. Make it hard for these awful humans to take your stuff!<\/p>\n

What Makes a Good Bike Lock<\/h2>\n
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Obviously, you\u2019ll want a good lock to keep your ebike safe, but what makes a good bike lock? For starters, having more than one will deter lazy thieves, and one that looks rugged and durable will also thwart some would-be bad actors. If it seems well-built, hopefully, they\u2019ll walk past it.<\/p>\n

Either way, you\u2019ll want a bike lock that\u2019s tough, built to handle abuse, and made to stand up to common tools used by thieves. You don\u2019t want something easy to pick, cut, and destroy. Here are a few things to look for when choosing:<\/p>\n