rear disc lock oopsise!
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I'm wondering why using a lock on the rear is better/different than using a disc lock with a lock reminder on one of the front rotors. The Roadlok seems like an excellent item but at $200 is a little pricey. I have about $35 in a regular disc lock and the lock reminder. Don't they both do the same thing, immobilize the bike?
But with the RoadLoK you will NEVER have the damage that happened here.
Once the RoadLoK pin is inserted and locked the bike cannot move. This reduces the chances of you taking off and forgetting the lock.
The worst that could happen is the bike would stall.
Once the RoadLoK pin is inserted and locked the bike cannot move. This reduces the chances of you taking off and forgetting the lock.
The worst that could happen is the bike would stall.
Now lets say you are using a lock like this
There is a long range of motion that allows a would be criminal to roll the bike, AND the lock can be drilled out or broken off.
With the RoadLoK it is mounted on your swing arm there is no movement once the pin is locked and it cannot be drilled, frozen, or cut off.
There is a long range of motion that allows a would be criminal to roll the bike, AND the lock can be drilled out or broken off.
With the RoadLoK it is mounted on your swing arm there is no movement once the pin is locked and it cannot be drilled, frozen, or cut off.
I agree on the reminder, but that is the only positive in favor of a standard lock.
If cost is a factor, thats something that you have to solve for on an individual basis.
We try to combat that by offering our group buy.
Thanks for the input.
He says he can't spare $200.....but can he spare the cost of a new bike when his is stolen? Or the cost to repair his bike if he damages it?(heavybusa @ Jan. 23 2007,13:38)I agree on the reminder, but that is the only positive in favor of a standard lock.
If cost is a factor, thats something that you have to solve for on an individual basis.
We try to combat that by offering our group buy.
Thanks for the input.
I'd say thats weighing the option of investing 200 now or paying for much more in the long run.(300Busa @ Jan. 23 2007,14:40)He says he can't spare $200.....but can he spare the cost of a new bike when his is stolen? Or the cost to repair his bike if he damages it?(heavybusa @ Jan. 23 2007,13:38)I agree on the reminder, but that is the only positive in favor of a standard lock.
If cost is a factor, thats something that you have to solve for on an individual basis.
We try to combat that by offering our group buy.
Thanks for the input.
A lot of people who cannot afford the up front cost accept the risk.
It similar to insurance and the debate on full coverage VS none/collision.
My job is to tell the story both ways and make sure that everyone makes an informed decision. There is no right or wrong.
I believe, and speaking for myself of course, that the $200 some may find a lil high is that of priority. My Busa only sees the light or night of day with me arse planted on it. VERY rarely ever do I find myself leaving her outside, let alone unattended. So therefore droppin 2 bills for the RoadLok is somethin of an excess that I can put off for some better(finacially speaking) days. The $40 disc lock is an acceptable alternative which allows me to apply that differance in cost to do mods and upgrades that I will get more of a return on everytime I ride.
That being said, I would love to acquire the RoadLok at some point, just right now Im tryin to put away for gettin my PCIII dyno mapped, puttin on some wave rotors up front, and a few other mods that Ive been wanting to do.
Just my .02
That being said, I would love to acquire the RoadLok at some point, just right now Im tryin to put away for gettin my PCIII dyno mapped, puttin on some wave rotors up front, and a few other mods that Ive been wanting to do.
Just my .02
Oh, forgot to mention...I got the rotor all fixed up..gotta luv eBay... and I can now testify that EBC HH pads up front are the bees knees!! WHat a difference over stock,, make ya wonder why zuki can't do these stock?? not like it can be that much more cost that their stockers..
