Disc lock opinion?

Riejufixing · World Chat Champion Joined: 24 Jun 2018 Karma :

Oxford Boss Alarmed Disc Lock 16mm shackle is £55 at Sportsbikeshop.

https://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcycle_parts/content_prod/55920 (select 16mm size).

The alarm might be useful if it's within earshot. Alarm can be on or off. It can double as a padlock.

Is there anything better for the price? If so, what, & why?

ThunderGuts · World Chat Champion Joined: 13 Nov 2018 Karma :

My biggest concern with that style is how accessible the shackle is, although 16mm is pretty hefty. Alarms . . . I use on at home (an Abus disclock) but am always wary of using it out and about because it seems so sensitive I reckon a windy day would set the thing off. Not sure if they do much as anyone swinging boltcroppers or angle grinders around probably isn't that bothered; useful if you're within earshot I guess as you can come running if you hear it.

Personally I use this when I'm out and about - it's hardly cutting edge with an 11mm shackle, but it's virtually impossible to get to said shackle and it'll fit through my sprocket if I want it to.

https://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcycle_parts/content_prod/55941
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Riejufixing · World Chat Champion Joined: 24 Jun 2018 Karma :

I wondered whether the alarm was worth having as an extra feature. Ward off the less committed thief, perhaps. If just around the corner, & the thing's chained up too, or in the office nearby, the owner might hear it....

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owl · World Chat Champion Joined: 21 Oct 2016 Karma :

sound of the grinder will just wash out the alarm anyway
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F1.ash · Renault 5 Driver Joined: 29 Nov 2016 Karma :

I bought this https://www.abus.com/uk/Mobile-Security/Motorbike-Scooter/Brake-disc-locks/GRANIT-Sledg-77 when on offer from Sportsbike Shop. Seems to be very decent, well concealed bolt too. I couldn't make up my mind to go with chain or disc lock. Disc lock is way less bother to carry and if they're prepared to have a go at it they'll probably have a go at anything you secure your bike with. Putting the opportunist off is the best I'm hoping for.

Jmoan · Brolly Dolly Joined: 18 Nov 2015 Karma :

The problem with disc locks is they're easier for people to forget about unless they come with those neon leads.

Ste · Not Work Safe Joined: 01 Sep 2002 Karma :

I'd want something with a closed shackle.

The alarm bit is a nice idea but no one is going to care about it going off.

Sister Sledge · World Chat Champion Joined: 17 Aug 2018 Karma :

Alarms are everywhere and sound almost all the same - even local wild birds here copy the things. A thief will drop chewing gum into the speaker part to quieten it.
If they want something, they'll have it. Locks slow them down that's all. Just a shame we can't leave grenades tied to things.
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