How To Properly Lock A Bike With A Cable Lock

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How to properly lock a bike with a cable lock. Cutting a cable lock is so easy and quick that it s possible in broad daylight with people nearby. Use a d lock on rear wheel through frame and an immovable object. Another very popular technique is to use one decent lock and a cable. Secure by passing the free end of the cable through the loop.

Lock according to value frame first then back wheel and finally front wheel. Secure the front wheel using one end of the cable by pushing it through. Make sure what you lock your bike to cannot be cut. Therefore always keep the lock away from the ground.

Push a loop of the cable through the rails of your saddle. Use multiple locking mechanisms. The less room inside of the u lock or chain the more difficult it will be for thieves to use their tools. U locks come in all different shapes and sizes.

You need a u lock plus something else another u lock a cable lock locking skewers etc. Cable locks are available for sale but should only be a secondary security measure. Attach a u lock or chain around the rear wheel the frame and the bike rack as above. Secure the saddle with a long cable.

Position your lock off the ground with the keyhole facing down. A bicycle locked using a chain and u lock make sure the lock is far away from the ground if the lock is close to the ground the thief can use the ground as a base to keep the lock and hammer to smash the lock.