Best Heavy chain and lock combo?

[Hugo Stiglitz]

Is there a recognised best chain and lock combo that's a deterrent?

Doesn't have to be mega money but if it saves premium increases...

[KTMsm]

Best is generally regarded as the Pragmasis 16mm - but it's not cheap

Oxford Boss is good VFM IMO because at the end of the day they'll just cut through the wheel / frame instead

[Rick448]

I use one of these with the upgraded lock.

https://www.almax-security-chains.co.uk/index.php?...

[RemaL]

Almax? Had mine for over 10 years. expensive but lasted and happy with it myself

This is what I have "Almax Immobiliser Series IV UBER 19mm + Squire SS65CS Stronghold Lock"

Edited by RemaL on Tuesday 29th March 20:22

[bogie]

Almax or Pragmasis, 16mm or bigger with the biggest Squire lock for the chain

often some package deals to be had https://securityforbikes.com/shop-index.php

[okenemem]

Just went through all this the other day, i would say stay away from the 16 pragmasis and go to the 19.

I remember in my research i saw a YouTube channel where they cut through various chains and locks, and the difference between the 16 and the 19 is worth it

Have a look on you tube

[wa16]

if you mean at home then 19mm or 22mm and a ground anchor, out and about probably 13 or 16mm

i don't declare my security, the discounts aren't worth it and the day i forget because I’m late back or too tired to be bothered is the day i get it nicked and then no cover

[Paft Dunk]

Owned various sportsbikes in London, always secured with Almax Series III plus a Series IV. Managed to keep all of them in my possession.

Daft thing was always that I could have got better insurance discount for some pathetic ‘thatcham’ lock that could have been chopped off with a pair of tweezers.

[david mcc]

I went for the pragmasis 16mm with mega torc ground anchor. Very happy with it and read numerous great reviews vefore purchase.

[DP1]

Just one thing. Don't search for Oxford Hardcore on your computer at work.

Results can be interesting ........

[Hugo Stiglitz]

DP1 said:

Just one thing. Don't search for Oxford Hardcore on your computer at work.

Results can be interesting ........

[Biker 1]

I have an Almax chain/Squire Stronghold lock. Solid & so far so good.
However, the fabric sleeve is fraying & falling apart - anybody have advice on what to replace it with? Looking for cheap/free DIY option: plastic tubing might work, but does not appear to be flexible enough to thread through spoked wheels........

[Dog Star]

Another vote for Pragmasis - I've 13mm, 16mm and 19mm chains in various lengths coupled with Torc ground anchors. Also have a pair of their Double D locks for out and about and an "anti-pinch pin" - it's all top notch stuff.

Be aware that the 16 and 19mm chains are way too unwieldy and heavy for use outside of your garage.

[KTMsm]

Biker 1 said:

I have an Almax chain/Squire Stronghold lock. Solid & so far so good.
However, the fabric sleeve is fraying & falling apart - anybody have advice on what to replace it with? Looking for cheap/free DIY option: plastic tubing might work, but does not appear to be flexible enough to thread through spoked wheels........

Really you need another sleeve IIRC there are some branded ones circa £5

I think this was the cheapest I saw but haven't checked postage

https://www.brindleychains.co.uk/products/textile-...

[Biker 1]

KTMsm said:

Really you need another sleeve IIRC there are some branded ones circa £5

I think this was the cheapest I saw but haven't checked postage

https://www.brindleychains.co.uk/products/textile-...

Looks just the ticket! PH provides yet again

[Salted_Peanut]

Review: angle-grinder-resistant motorcycle lock

YouTube review of the (only) angle grinder resistant lock: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dk6XGv29RRI

[Wildfire]

Pragmasis 19mm and their roundlock

[Hugo Stiglitz]

Salted_Peanut said:

Review: angle-grinder-resistant motorcycle lock

YouTube review of the (only) angle grinder resistant lock: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dk6XGv29RRI

What happens if you kiss your keys?

I once tried cropping a bike lock and gave up. Fire brigade came and they refused go use their posh grinder (would damage it) and in the end we had to use a combo to get it off.

[Rick448]

Biker 1 said:

I have an Almax chain/Squire Stronghold lock. Solid & so far so good.
However, the fabric sleeve is fraying & falling apart - anybody have advice on what to replace it with? Looking for cheap/free DIY option: plastic tubing might work, but does not appear to be flexible enough to thread through spoked wheels........

Or these

https://www.almax-security-chains.co.uk/index.php?...