Check out the NEW security video, with all the latest locks tested here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/fIqlsKWvj9Odhco.htmlsi=dN7iHJtP6iDG2UcL

It's amazing that its that two British companies are pushing the tech use in the portable lock market forwards whilst the likes of Kryptonite and Abus haven't done anything despite being huge with loads of resource available. Angle grinders are the biggest threat now so its great to see some decent protection against them starting to appear. Great video John

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much! Cheers, John

@BD90..

Жыл бұрын

They have not bothered if they don't need to spend anything if anyone just buys their old stuff. This is great to see more inovation and not just a new lock using old outdated tech.

@stumpworm

Жыл бұрын

@@bennettsbikesocial How long will a diamond cutting wheel that won't wear down take to finish the lock?

@amococ2487

Жыл бұрын

@Michael Conlogue diamond wheels are not very good at all on metal strangely. I use them on tiles daily, but even cutting through a bit of aluminium will be far quicker with a metal cutting disc.

@stumpworm

Жыл бұрын

@@amococ2487 That is reassuring, thank you for the info.

Another brilliant video. No marketing fluff, just an objective test with results demonstrated. It's good to see manufacturers are slowly gaining ground against the angle grinders, I'll be getting one of these once I upgrade to a motorbike that's worth more than the lock 😂

Don't ya just love it when a product like this comes out to help honest paying riders! Another kick in the Gonads to the 'Toerags'

Litelok should make a series of chains using the same material so you can use this lock to link the chain to a fixed immovable point so the bike can't be picked up. Since the weakest link is usually the chain, I think that would be a good business decision. Another product of similar inability to cut through.

@mmm357m

Жыл бұрын

I have an x3 and it's so short and narrow the only place I can use it wolthout a chain is through the spokes. doesn't fit around either wheel, or through either brake disk. bit disappointed the spokes are now the fairly easy to cut weak spot

@Bunter1815

Жыл бұрын

​@@mmm357m yes I've found the same, too much clutter around the disk to feed it through and not wide enough to get the rim and the tyre through. Trying to decide whether to return it or to strip the protective rubber and coat with bright tape.

@chuck1622

Жыл бұрын

@@Bunter1815 Just throwing this idea out there, haven’t thought it through enough to pick it apart. How about modifying it to fit through an area in the brake disc or hub by cutting through the straight part of one side of the U, then grind down the diameter thickness of each side of the cut enough so that each cut side can just fit through the hole in the hub or discs, and then meet in the middle, where accessibility of a tool is near impossible. The ground down diameter of the separated sides won’t be able to be exposed by sliding it through one way or the other, because the original thickness is too much to fit through and it’s snuggly butted up against each hole entrance. The tough part would be to get the tolerances just right so it can’t be wiggled to one side or the other to expose the ground down thinner diameter. I dunno in my head it works but would be very specific to your bike and would likely make it useless in other applications.

@Bunter1815

Жыл бұрын

@@chuck1622 i just stripped the protective rubber and coated with blue insulation tape.

@jeffbridges7009

10 ай бұрын

The chain links would need to be as thick as the lock shackle but not a bad idea.

Good that you tested drilling it. Hardly any lock reviews do this yet it normally takes about 10 seconds to drill out a cylinder. Far quieter than grinding too. This looks like an excellent lock.

@fender1000100

3 ай бұрын

It is. I locked up my Tern Verge X11 (£2500). To go in waitrose. When I came out some toerag had been trying to grind it. I knocked him out with my ergon saddle.

In the world of KZread videos, you are the Litelok X3 John. Thank you yet again for an absolutely amazingly informative video. Keep up the great work.

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! All the best, John

@geegee8625

Жыл бұрын

​@@bennettsbikesocialso did it take less then 10 mins for x3

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

@@geegee8625 Did you watch the video?

@geegee8625

Жыл бұрын

@@bennettsbikesocial yes but in video you never gave the time

Good for you John, you’re a very genuine and upfront biker bloke fighting all the BS and gits out there. 👍

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Cheers, John

Another great and honest test thankyou for all the work you put into these videos to help the biking community all the best

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Cheers, John

Another brilliant video and great review John. I just love the content you put out. Have a great weekend mate, Cheers, Michael.

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much! All the best, John

I always appreciate you making these videos. Thanks so much!

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Thank YOU for watching! Cheers, John

This was an excellent real-world test, and I'd be happy to use both litelocks. Thanks .

Thanks very much for such an informative and objective assessment. I’ve just ordered an X3. For anyone else who’s interested, it’s worth ordering today as the current pre-order run (which is discounted) expires at midnight.

As always, your reviews are first-rate, John. Massive thanks 👍👍

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers, John

Glad I saw this, I was just about to buy an X1! X3 is best bet. Crazy we have to spend so much on security out and about and at home for our bikes. I’m originally from the Highlands and never locked our houses, left keys in unlocked cars out and about, to town, to the pub, never would get stolen. Moved to London, holy crapola, I had to get pannier bags to hold two chain and locks, two disc locks, had to get Datatag, Tracker just to get my insurance down which was 3 times more to what I paid up North lol. Crazy times we live in now! Great vid, thanks for the reassurance now on the X3 👍👍🍻🍻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇬🇧

Great video & by far the most genuine, reliable & comprehensive security tests around.

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much!

Great video not only for motorcyclists but also for bicycle owners, especially the more expensive ebikes or cargo bikes. Shame some more established companies have no such locks in their offer.

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much! Cheers, John

@Raz0rking

Жыл бұрын

What is an expensive Bike to you? I am waiting for a 2k€ (conventional) bike and plan on splurging on the lock. I think even "cheap" bikes should be well secured.

@ukrytykrytyk8477

Жыл бұрын

@@Raz0rking One can buy a second hand bike or a new "supermarket quality" bike for a fraction of what you paid, closer to the value of the lock. One determines oneself what is "expensive" and "cheap" in comparison to the item secured. Don't try finding controversy where there isn't one!

@Raz0rking

Жыл бұрын

@@ukrytykrytyk8477 I aint looking for controversy. Everyone should splurge on a good lock. Imagine you get a bike for 300€ and a lock for 20€ and you get it stolen. One is still out 300+€ because one did skimp on a good lock.

@ukrytykrytyk8477

Жыл бұрын

@@Raz0rking You're looking for controversy because you are assuming that the only options out there are cheap locks and the most expensive one, while in reality there are many choices. Look at SoldSecure clasifications. One can get Gold rated lock for 30-50 euro/pound/dollar which would be adequate for many.

Another great informative video , you gents are a true credit to the Motorcycle community, and not just in the UK. Godspeed

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! All the best, John

Thanks for the very thorough test, John. In fairness to LPL, he has often said that on-street thefts are generally brute-force attacks and very unlikely to involve anything but the most basic 'picking' tools and techniques.

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

He used to, but seems to have stopped now, sadly.

@Grim_Beard

Жыл бұрын

@@bennettsbikesocial I'd guess it got too repetitive, even for someone who has a few 'catchphrases'.

@dyurchyk

Жыл бұрын

​@@bennettsbikesocial LPL keeps saying it, but in different words: "it requires special tools and skills and is probably beyond a novice picker". Additionally, thieves (assuming they're rational) are supposed to use the easiest way to steal, which was a grinder attack. If this lock is a game changer, a new method will prevail. It might be a lock picking or something else, like a garage door opener hacking. So it would be unwise to completely ignore the pick resistance of your locks.

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

@@dyurchyk Pick resistance isn't ignored - it's part of the certification for Sold Secure. We'll continue to keep trying to engage with LPL, but he seems pretty busy with his shop.

@dasy2k1

5 ай бұрын

At the end of the day the only lock manipulation attacks (not full picking) I've heard of thieves actually using are things like comb picks, raking, bump keys and shimming of padlocks (along with snapping euro cylinders) I have never heard of any common thief using skilled picking as an attack unless they are the super specialised type that tends to steal artwork or jewellery from vaults

You work hard for this channel and get a lot of respect from the motorcycle community. Off topic, as you have already covered, I look forward to seeing actual reviews of the 2023 Niken GT when it's released and any comparisons to the 2022 and before versions. I've enjoyed your plenty of Niken content over the years. As for bike theft, there aren't many things that make my blood boil more, especially seeing thieves in action. It's great seeing them nabbed by the police, though. Thanks for your hard work, it doesn't go unnoticed.

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! All the best, John

Great to see and this is on a higher powered mains grinder. Really impressive work from Litelok

Congrats on 100K views on the Litelok locks! Good knowing more and more people learning about these locks. Wished you showed the Litelok Core Plus Moto against the cable cutters and angle grinder as a worthy upgrade from the Litelok Gold more than just your review on the website.

Very interesting review, good point about brake disks being cut too. Also nice to see a fellow donor, congratulations on reaching 50

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I tried to do platelets, but my veins couldn't handle it. Gutted, as that'd be a fast-track to 100! Cheers, John

Excellent test and solid content as always ... thank you!! 🙂

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Cheers, John

Thank you so very much for making all these tests and films. Cheers! John

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Cheers, John

Tip I was given to not lose the angle grinder key : It's a good idea to cable-tie the angle grinder spindle key to it's plug to remind you to unplug it when you're swapping discs, so you don't accidentally start it and take your fingers off.

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Good idea!

@chunkyfecalbreakfast

Жыл бұрын

Well, it’s always handy anyway

@davefarmery8180

Жыл бұрын

Cordless

@kaptein1247

Жыл бұрын

Best to tighten by hand, then you wont even need it

@mjh5437

Жыл бұрын

I keep the key tied to the grinder cable with plastic-coated wire.

Thank you for showing us how they hold up. I Have never used D Locks before but the way you used them on your wheel has opened my eyes, not only the fact that these Locks held up real nice. 10/10. PS I was unsubbed somehow so I resubbed :)

I completely agree on the colouring of the locks. Black is easy to forget about. Countless times I tried to move my bike with a disk lock on that wasn't really brightly coloured, only being saved by having the engine being off. I even wrecked the disk on my current bike when I tried riding with it still attached. For a finish, I've gone with a very bright disk lock with an alarm from Oxford (as well as a big chain). Yes, that alarm is for me as much as deterring any thieves - 2 years and not even a hint of forgetting to take it off. So maybe bright coloured lock and a lock alarm?

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Good call

@mountainbearoutdoors

7 ай бұрын

know its an old comment but I put a elasticated bungee cable from my lock and loop it over the front brake lever to remind me its on. think we have all tried riding off with a disc lock on before :)

Please note that the Litelok X3 is actually £249.99, not £279.99 as I said in the video. Cheers, John

@gravel_slope

Жыл бұрын

the X3 does not exist on the european website?

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

It's pretty much hand-assembled, so they've delayed production slightly to keep up with the X1 apparently. It'll be on the site shortly. Cheers, John

@ilovephotography1254

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for another fine torture test demo. The X3 is up for preorder in the US. ETA is expected in February of 23. Priced at $300.

@maxh1376

Жыл бұрын

@@bennettsbikesocial do you have any idea when they will be available? Bike recently got stolen and recovered and this looks like a must have to make sure it doesn't happen again. I'm planning on putting around the front tire of my 2020 Africa twin, I hope it fits!

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear that! Preorders should be live shortly, then available around February I think.

Thanks for another quality piece of journalism. Great to see quality products from a British company.

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much! Cheers, John

Great to see a British company producing such a top end security product. Well done #litelok

Great job ! if Bennetts gave a better renewal price I would still be there, either way thank you for your diligence.

Awesome video John, thanks for your research and sharing it! 👍👍

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Thank YOU for watching! Cheers, John

Impressive, no doubt about it. If we worried about everything we'd never ride and that lock and a disc lock under a cover would be an excellent setup. Really good work, thanks for sharing Happy, safe travels 👍

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much. You too! Cheers, John

Fantastic lock! Great anti pick core too. Well worth the investment on top of insurance. We now have 3 great options on the market for anti angle grinder locks. I might get one as in upgrade to my Kryptonite forgettaboutit D lock. Most locks on the market are rated against Bolt cutters and not grinders so this is great to see. I wish you tested it against the twist attack though. Lesson is if you can lock this lock to your bike....then put it through the wheel not the spokes if it fits and anchor the lock down with a decent security chain.

Great stuff, I think the X3 is going on my shopping list. I’ve currently got one of the big liteloks which has been a bit disappointing in terms of not being nearly as practical as it looks like it might be. It’s big enough to be awkward to carry but not long enough to attach to a lot of things (bearing in mind that lampposts and railings are usually set back from the kerbside)

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

I agree - the Core Moto doesn't roll up tightly enough, which is why I still prefer a chain. Cheers, John

@Whatwhat1235

Жыл бұрын

hiplok d1000 be better

@BodybuildingSteve

Жыл бұрын

@@Whatwhat1235 not for motorbikes

In the case of this product, 4 discs (!) and time, time, time......that's the key, as you've pointed out so often. I really love your videos, John. Thanks, buddy!

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much! Cheers, John

I have watched several videos testing bike locks. No one has actually done the tests under ALL of the following conditions. 1. Use portable grinder popular with thieves. 2. Include in the tests the time to change out blades and batteries on the portable grinders. In real life that time would add to cutting the locks. 3. Locking the bike locks in a more realistic scenario wrapping the rear wheel, frame and bike rack. 4. Additional second or third lock wrapping around front wheel, frame and bike rack. 5. Steps to take if you encounter thief while in progress.

Amazing. That Barronium material is sensational, i'm buying the X3!

Another chance for some anger management therapy! I always find your testing vids extremely helpful for how thorough and informative they are. Absolutely brilliant, thank you. 👍

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Cheers, John

A other great review. What you do for us bikers is great keep it up ride safe be safe. Look forward to the next one 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! All the best, John

Fantastically helpful review. I have a combination of chains, disc locks and u-locks for my fazer1000. When out and about I use a U-lock as the mighty fazer has a U-lock holder built under the seat. I’ve actually wondered for a long time whether a U-lock was effective or not. This review certainly helps answer that.

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Oh for the days of decent storage space under seats! Cheers, John

This channel is our community gold mine

Great review. It would be great to see you test the OnGuard Brute as it is one the of the cheapest (~£30) locks with a thick diameter shackle (16.8mm) available in the UK

Great review 👍😎. Only been watching a short while, but just super informative and helpful. I happened across you single layer, lined Jean testing from back in March this year. WHOA!!! Excellent, so informative! Whoa, thank you. I’m in my late 60’s, and though I ride so much LESS than what I did in my 30’s, I didn’t realize how crappy my wrangler carpenter jeans were ~ are in a crash/accident/ get off on pavement. I always suspected leathers were the best, and I always wear a full face helmet, full leather gloves, trousers (jeans) and a full sleeved jacket with pads (& boots that cover my ankle bones😉), but somewhere I missed out on how poor jeans are. Thanks for the solid, well present talk. I best get looking for that Litelok X3 lock and a lined pair of jeans… 👍😎

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much! All the best, John

They quoted you on the website and posted this video. Love it😂

Thank you so much for making this video it was very helpful

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Cheers, John

amazing videos, this is what we need

That looks like a great lock John, I’ve bought some liteloks so had all the emails about it. Luckily I live in a rural area with very little crime but when I’m away from home I do have locks for front and back so the bike can’t be easily wheeled away. Also use a chain or litelock where I can, or feel the need to lock it to something solid or a mates bike.

Great review as always truly informative. Pleases keep your other hand well away from the grinder, they can slip.👍

I really appreciate your videos.

Just seen this video as part of my research for a decent lock for my partner, her bike was stolen last summer despite being locked and chained in an area with other bikes present that weren't locked at all! The Lock in question was an Oxford Boss alarmed D shackle and Oxford 12mm chain (both quite old admittedly). Anyway, this is an excellent video, no shilling just an honest real world test. This lock has to be on the shortlist, thanks for your Efforts in producing this. Cheers. Regarding the colour you could always use some bright yellow vehicle wrap for the time being until they introduce some brighter colours from factory, just an idea.

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear that! Cheers, John

I commute into Manchester City centre daily and I currently have 3 of Oxford hd max disc locks, a crappy ‘alarm’ disc lock and a nice big chain and padlock (that being left in the parkin bay) I’ve tried to make my bike look a royal pain in the arse to pinch! If it’s 30 seconds per lock that’s 2 and half minutes the thieves will have to be going at my bike. I will be buying one of these litelocks!!!

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

You're doing everything right. There'll always be bikes to lock up near that have bugger-all security!

For 180squid I built a metal posted secure fence around my bike with anchor and chain.

Thank you I bought one when I watched this video the lite lok. x1 for my e bike

Probably going to get one with some of the money im saving going back to bennet's since my last insurance company didn't care about my data tool tracker, locks or bike safe. Another class video bud!

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! All the best, John

@MrAlexshellard

Жыл бұрын

Update, used my money, you dont have it as an option and now paying more :(

Looks brilliant if expensive. I imagine people from various countries watch these videos despite the content being more UK specific. It's worth pointing out that in some countries e.g. Spain it isn't legal to lock your bike to street furniture, and unlike the UK, motorcycle parking areas do not have anchors for securing the bike. As such everyone just relies on disc locks. Thought it's worth saying so those on tour don't end up with a ticket for chaining their bikes up.

It's nice to see them using Abloy lock mechanisms! They are seriously underrated outside Finland.

Good video, 👍👍I believe there is a lock called the diamond, that is very robust. As far as, I recollect an attempt was made using a portable grinder,and 9 blades which didn't cut through the lock.

Thanks for covering more than just the solid U part. Nice to see the drilling and hammering tests unlike so many other reviewers.However it would be nice to see the angle grinder against the straight lock portion

@bennettsbikesocial

8 ай бұрын

Sorry! I did do that, but the shackle remains the 'weakest' point. Cheers, John

@meyeame8956

8 ай бұрын

@@bennettsbikesocial Thanks, great to know. The website doesn't even really cover the actual lock portion itself they only focus on shackle grinding so I'm trying to learn more about the whole unit. Appreciate your comment and info thx again.

@bennettsbikesocial

8 ай бұрын

Pic in the written review: www.bennetts.co.uk/bikesocial/reviews/products/security/motorcycle-chains-and-locks/litelok-x3-lock-review@@meyeame8956

Brilliant stuff!

I like my normal Litelok (red) for out and about. Might have a look at one of the X3s as looks easier to get into my tail pack. Thanks John.

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Cheers, John

I'm just here (with my bottle of Aldi Magnum Premium) for John's heavy breathing! Cheers John 👍

Thank you!!! Perfect product tbh.

great stuff! my bike got stolen last month, then sawed through the bar it was chained to!

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear that! It is important to find something as solid as possible, but anything is always better than nothing.

Litelok X3 features an Abloy Sentry disc detainer lock, which requires a special tool with a specific picking tip in order to pick open the lock and a fairly experienced lock picker with fairly in-depth knowledge of the inner workings of the lock can pick it open. Hiplock D1000 features a slider lock, which only requires a thick strong paper clip and a bobby pin in order to pick open the lock and a novice lock picker with fairly basic knowledge of the inner workings of the lock can pick it open.

I was thinking...these locks could be even thicker at the top where you attacked them lol, it won't create a fitting-problem while it would make an attack more problematic, so they would be forced to try to cut from the side BUT then they can't turn it so they have to cut twice... Great demo video!

I watch F9 for the jokes and your channel to learn something practical. Keep it up

Really Great Informative video and comparison! Is this overkill for an e-bike?

Amazing performance for this lock but many thiefs use a portable blow torch to "soften" the alloy. I had a motorbike stolen likewise with locks on both disc brakes, front and rear.

This was really informative, thanks for this, would be great if the locks wernt so expensive but I guess you get what you pay for.

Great video thanks!

There will always be the 'yeah but' brigade but as you point out, in the real world... Appreciate the effort and information. I use an original Litelok with other locks when out, my logic being, the more on my bike the more chance of the scumbags passing me by. Cheers Brady

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Exactly the right thing to do! Cheers, John

Very useful. Thanks.

The only motorbike I've ever ridden was a pedal n pop in the school yard. I'm going to get that X3 for my mountain bike for when I go shopping on it in town, they'll need to cut the bike rack or do two cuts to get it off. It's £249, my mountain bike was 3 grand.

Why is litelok not recognised as a security deviceby Bennet's insurance

The note about not letting people give up of cycling due to theft is real. My wife was super scared to buy a bike because of it. I insisted so hard.

Super video !

Great review, much better actually seeng the locks get tested than relying on the advertising. What chain are you using and do you have a video I can't find reviewing just chains alone? I've bought 2 of these X3 but now need to decided on a chain, most reviews I see though only cover bundled chain and lock combos.

Thank you....Just placed my order for the X3. Look forward to trying it out against my HipLok D1000.

@geegee8625

Жыл бұрын

Greedy buggar Wants to ride with the 2 best locks worldwide

@jjlad5037

Жыл бұрын

@@geegee8625 ..the 'greedy bugger' also has two ebikes.....LOL

@geegee8625

Жыл бұрын

@@jjlad5037 miiiiii GOD why do you need 2 e bike's

@jjlad5037

Жыл бұрын

@@geegee8625 .....Radwagon for cargo hauling. Specialized Turbo Vado 5.0 IGH for trails.

@geegee8625

Жыл бұрын

@@jjlad5037 damm the rich

Holy cow, just don't loose your key. 👍👍. Brilliant, as is the norm.

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Cheers, John

@dudeonbike800

Жыл бұрын

Why? Register the number - or just write it down - and Litelok can send you a replacement! Or if you're prone to losing one, then order an extra (or 2) when you get your lock so you don't have to go without. Come on people!

Great video John! Cleared up the issue to which lock will fit over my GS wheel. I prefer the look of the D1000 but if it won’t fit, it won’t fit. I will get the X3 moto 👍🏼 Also will you be doing a video on the super dooper anti pinch pin. I want to get one of these in conjunction with the 22mm chain. However can’t seem to order them yet

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

The Hiplok will pass through the holes in the hub, but the Litelok is a bit easier. A full written review of the Super Dooper Anti Punch Pin is ready to go, but I'm holding off until Pragmasis has them stocked. It's excellent!

Just received my pre order x3. Had to go through spokes on my Kawasaki Versys 1000. Won't fit around wheel. But I can't see any grinder getting in to cut the spoke with the lock in the way.

Fantastic vid, thanks so much

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Cheers, John

My ebike got stolen on Monday while I nipped into the supermarket for no more than 5 minutes. Had it locked to a bike stand with a kryptonite evolution lock and it seems they got through it very quickly with an angle grinder and they were probably lying in wait. It sucks because I relied on the bike for work. I think this lock would be ideal for me and it is larger than my kryptonite so can lock it to more things and is far stronger.

Nice test of locks.and they took alot of disks to cut trough

Cracking video again John, hopefully run into you guys on the 24th at the NEC, a bus load of us are coming down from the Northeast, Teesside!

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Great! Do come and say hi. Have a good trip down...

Great video I'm crying 😢 watching you destroy that lock 🔐

@bennettsbikesocial

Жыл бұрын

Got to be done, or it's nothing more than fluff and b@ll@x! Cheers, John

Thanks for this

Another great test - thank you! I'd be interested to see how these new lock types stand up to different disc types. I've seen one vid where a diamond disc seemed to make short work of the X1 after the normal discs were destroyed and they fell back to the last disc they had (which seemed the most effective tbh). I have to applaud the progress though and great to see this being taken seriously with some real innovation.

@bennettsbikesocial

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I'm picking one up from ToolStation today... because of prepping for the show though, I don't know how quickly I'll be able to run that test

@bsidethecside2283

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@@bennettsbikesocial Nice one - thanks! If they are effective there, then that's my next lock.

@bennettsbikesocial

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@@bsidethecside2283 I can tell you that a diamond disc will get through it, but it's not quick, and you need a high-torque mains grinder to make any real progress. There'll always be something that can cut any product, but this is extremely resilient. Cheers, John

@bsidethecside2283

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@@bennettsbikesocial okay, wasn't aware of that. All good info and a slow cut is an unsubtle and brazen attack. Probably on the edge of being realistic as you may well end up rinsing the battery before making the 2 cuts needed for a well positioned D lock . Thanks again!

@bennettsbikesocial

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@@bsidethecside2283 No worries! I need to rent a 54V top-end grinder and do some more bench-mark tests when I can, but thieves typically use grinders stolen from vans, so ones not in tip-top condition, and they rarely have their hands on the £400-£500 grinders. Mains grinders can be a lot more powerful, and faster than battery grinders, so it's important to understand that this kind of testing is purely for comparison. Real world attacks tend to take even longer!

OMG I am terrified for your hand position when grinding! Interesting results, though :)

wanted to see a battery grinder too! nice vid

Also I wonder if we will ever see these kind of materials used in security chains, if that happens, it will make it a hell of a lot harder for thieves to steal our bikes!

@dlmurray55

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it might not work because chains are thin enough to cut with hand tools but I wouldn't know for sure. it would be nice if it worked and they made them that way

@artofthereal

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@@dlmurray55 IT looks like it would certainly improve the chain at least.

@dlmurray55

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@@artofthereal an improvement really wouldn't be an improvement if you can still cut through them with the same tool as you could before

@artofthereal

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@@dlmurray55 Go look up the litelok x3 and the angle grinder vids for it and the X1.

@dlmurray55

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@@artofthereal my point is I can't see them making a chain as thick as a d lock , If you get too thin you will probably be able to cut through it with cutters. Now I could be wrong but I don't have a way to test it. But the thinner you go the less strength it'll have

Great vid, pays to mention though if the bike is near a house, say a friends or in a café car park then it is unlikely a thief would dare to use a loud angle grinder making these locks a good choice. I imagine if travelling and in front of your motel room or close to your swag you would be pretty safe unless you think you would (and all the neighbor's would) sleep through that long with the angle grinder going off.

Very interesting to see that a product actually does what it promises! Although I didn’t quite understand one thing. What happens after the unsuccessful drill of the thief into the keyhole? Would I still be able to open the lock by the key? Or I am stuck there with a broken lock?

Hi many thanks for the awesome and very informative video. What make/model of noose chain would you recommend - many thanks in advance

If you want to extend range to make it possible to lock bike with sth, you can buy two X3 or X1 and X3 instead of chain.

Great job John. Out of interest, have you ever tested the Abus Granite Vario disclock? Wondering if I should upgrade mine as had it over 20 years but usually I use it with another cable lock as an extra layer

@bennettsbikesocial

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It doesn't ring a bell, buy I'm away at mo so can't check. Have a look at the product reviews on BikeSocial.co.uk. It sounds like you have a decent setup though. Cheers, John

As bike owner myself ive seen a bike being taken by a bike gang, and what i saw was that they used metal dimond blades which just took seconds, so mybe worth doing the same test with a more realistic blade like those used by the gangs, but still great video.

Congrats, honest review! Could you consider make a review about the "Abus Granit Victory XPlus 68", please? Thanks. Cheers mate.

@bennettsbikesocial

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I'm away at the mo, so can't check my records, but have a look at the security product reviews on bikesocial.co.uk as I do most lock tests there, not on video. Cheers, John