At the bottom of this page, you’ll find a long list of Sold Secure Gold bike locks. U-locks, chains folding locks and more, they’re all here (updated September 2024)!
But first, just in case you don’t know who Sold Secure are, or what they do…
Sold Secure is an independent, non-profit organization based in the UK. They test and certify locks to make it easier to compare the security levels between different types and brands.
No lock gets out of here alive: the Sold Secure workshop!
Manufacturers can submit their locks to Sold Secure, who will try to defeat them using a wide range of different tools and techniques.
Afterward, they classify each lock according to the amount of time they took to defeat it, with four available classifications: Bronze (least secure), Silver, Gold and Diamond (most secure).
Sold Secure now rate locks from Bronze to Diamond
More specifically:
- Diamond rated locks offer “the highest level of security” (tests include angle grinders)
- Gold rated locks offer “a high level of resistance against a dedicated thief”
- Silver rated locks offer “a compromise between security and cost”
- Bronze rated locks offer “defense against the opportunist thief”
However, these classifications are complicated by a further distinction between Pedal Cycles (regular bicycles) and Powered Cycles (ebikes and motorbikes), for the Gold and Diamond ratings.
Note: Pedal Cycle Gold was formerly referred to as Bicycle Gold, and Powered Cycle Gold was formerly referred to as Motorcycle Gold. They changed the terminology to include ebikes in the Motorcycle Gold category.
So in reality, there are 5 different levels of security, spread across 6 classifications:
- Powered Cycle Diamond
- Powered Cycle Gold & Pedal Cycle Diamond
- Pedal Cycle Gold
- Pedal Cycle Silver
- Pedal Cycle Bronze
Yes, it’s a bit confusing!
But, the most important thing to note is that the Powered Cycle Gold & Pedal Cycle Diamond ratings are the same. The tests for Powered Gold and Pedal Diamond are exactly the same, so the ratings are equal, too.
The idea of the different ratings is that the specific design of some locks may be more suited to either Pedal (bicycles) or Powered (ebikes and motorbikes). So the manufacturers can submit locks designed for motorbikes for a Powered Gold rating, and locks designed for bicycles for a Pedal Diamond rating.
A good example might be a disc locks, which are designed for motorbikes and won’t work with bicycles.
But in reality, most locks can be used on bicycles and motorbikes, so the manufacturers submit their locks for testing under both ratings, and we end up with a load of locks that are rated both Powered Gold and Bicycle Diamond!
It’s a bit confusing, but as long as you remember that the Pedal Diamond and Powered Gold ratings are the same, you’ll be OK!
While there has been some criticism of their testing techniques and the resulting classifications, there are a number of very good reasons that we should use the Sold Secure ratings when trying to find the best lock for our bikes:
- Their tools and methods are standardized. So you can compare the ratings of different locks with confidence
- They use inside information from the police and insurers to keep their tools and methods up to date
- Many insurance policies specify that you must use a Sold Secure rated lock
- Of all the independent testers, they classify by far the widest range of locks
- The purpose of the organization is to test locks. They know what they’re doing.
All this means that the Sold Secure rating system is the easiest and most accurate way to judge the security of a bike lock.
Do you need a Sold Secure Gold bike lock?
But how do you know which rating you need? It depends on your own risk level. And this can be difficult to judge. However, I recommend you answer the 3 quick questions in the quiz below:
So the quiz above will recommend either a Sold Secure Gold or Diamond rated lock if your circumstances are high risk. Or a Sold Secure Silver lock if your circumstances are lower risk.
I don’t recommend Bronze rated locks at all because they just don't provide enough protection.
Finding Gold rated Bike Locks
So how can you find locks with a Sold Secure Gold rating?
You can find a complete list of Sold Secure locks (and other security items) on their website. But it’s not very user-friendly.
So I provide a list of all the Sold Secure Gold bike locks here. If you click on the names of the locks in the table, you’ll be taken to Amazon or other websites, where you can further compare prices and reviews. Some of these are affiliate links.
The "Cans of Coke" column refers to the approximate weight of the lock in, yes, cans of Coke! I think it helps people think about how heavy they really are!
Sold Secure Pedal Cycle Gold Locks (formerly Bicycle)
| Model | Thickness | Weight | Cans of Coke | Width | Length | Lock Type | Features | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Abus GRANIT Plus 470 230 | 12 mm | 1.19 kg (2.62 lb) |
3 | 4.29 " (10.9 cm) |
9.0 " (23 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Abus GRANIT Plus 470 300 | 12 mm | 1.29 kg (2.83 lb) |
3.5 | 4.29 " (10.9 cm) |
12.0 " (30 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Squire Hammerhead Combi 230 |
13 mm | 1.73 kg (3.81 lb) |
4.5 | 4.13 " (10.5 cm) |
9.06 " (23 cm) |
U-lock | Combination |
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Squire Hammerhead Combi 290 |
13 mm | 1.85 kg (4.08 lb) |
5 | 4.13 " (10.5 cm) |
11.42 " (29 cm) |
U-lock | Combination |
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Oxford Alarm D Maxi | 14 mm | 1.8 kg (3.97 lb) |
5 | 6.81 " (17.3 cm) |
12.6 " (32 cm) |
U-lock | Alarm |
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Oxford Alarm D Max Duo | 14 mm | 2.13 kg (4.69 lb) |
5.5 | 6.81 " (17.3 cm) |
12.6 " (32 cm) |
U-lock | Alarm,Includes cable |
|
Oxford Alarm D Midi | 14 mm | 1.6 kg (3.53 lb) |
4.5 | 6.81 " (17.3 cm) |
10.24 " (26 cm) |
U-lock | Alarm |
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Yale YUL2 | 13 mm | 1.2 kg (2.65 lb) |
3 | 4.5 " (11.5 cm) |
9.06 " (23 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Yale YUL2 C | 13 mm | 1.56 kg (3.44 lb) |
4 | 4.5 " (11.5 cm) |
9.06 " (23 cm) |
U-lock | Includes cable |
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Kryptonite New York Lock Standard | 16 mm | 1.97 kg (4.35 lb) |
5.5 | 4.0 " (10.2 cm) |
8.0 " (20.3 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Kryptonite New York Lock LS | 16 mm | 2.06 kg (4.55 lb) |
5.5 | 4.0 " (10.2 cm) |
10.25 " (26 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Kryptonite New-U Evolution Standard | 14 mm | 1.59 kg (3.5 lb) |
4.5 | 4.0 " (10.2 cm) |
9.0 " (22.9 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Kryptonite New-U Evolution LS | 14 mm | 1.75 kg (3.85 lb) |
4.5 | 4.0 " (10.2 cm) |
11.5 " (29.2 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Kryptonite New-U Evolution Mini-5 | 13 mm | 1.20 kg (2.65 lb) |
3 | 3.25 " (8.3 cm) |
5.5 " (14 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Kryptonite New-U Evolution Mini-7 with Flex | 13 mm | 1.61 kg (3.55 lb) |
4.5 | 3.25 " (8.3 cm) |
7 " (17.8 cm) |
U-lock | Includes cable |
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Kryptonite New-U Evolution Mini-9 | 13 mm | 1.43 kg (3.15 lb) |
4 | 3.25 " (8.3 cm) |
9.5 " (24.1 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Kryptonite KryptoLok New-U Standard | 12.7 mm | 1.32 kg (2.9 lb) |
3.5 | 4.0 " (10.2 cm) |
9.0 " (22.9 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Kryptonite KryptoLok Combo | 12 mm | 1.04 kg (2.3 lb) |
3 | 4.0 " (10.2 cm) |
8.0 " (20.3 cm) |
U-lock | Combination |
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Kryptonite KryptoLok New-U LS | 12.7 mm | 1.36 kg (2.99 lb) |
3.5 | 4.0 " (10.2 cm) |
11.5 " (29.2 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Kryptonite KryptoLok New-U ATB | 12.7 mm | 1.45 kg (3.2 lb) |
4 | 5.0 " (12.7 cm) |
9.0 " (22.9 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Kryptonite KryptoLok New-U Mini-7 | 12.7 mm | 1.13 kg (2.5 lb) |
3 | 3.25 " (8.2 cm) |
7.0 " (17.8 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Abus Granit 53 London | 13 mm | 1.15 kg (2.53 lb) |
3 | 4.25 " (10.8 cm) |
9.05 " (23 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Abus Ultimate 420 140 | 13 mm | 0.90 kg (1.98 lb) |
2.5 | 3.15 " (8 cm) |
5.51 " (14 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Abus Ultimate 420 230 | 13 mm | 1.1 kg (2.43 lb) |
3 | 3.94 " (10 cm) |
9.0 " (23 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Abus Ultimate 420 300 | 13 mm | 1.3 kg (2.87 lb) |
3.5 | 3.94 " (10 cm) |
12.0 " (30 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Abus Super Ultimate 430 230 | 14 mm | 1.5 kg (3.3 lb) |
4 | 4.65 " (11.8 cm) |
9.05 " (23.0 cm) |
U-lock | |
|
Abus Super Ultimate 430 300 | 14 mm | 1.8 kg (3.97 lb) |
5 | 4.65 " (11.8 cm) |
11.81 " (30.0 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Master Lock 8195 | 13 mm | 1.42 kg (3.13 lb) |
4 | 4.33 " (11 cm) |
8.27 " (21 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Master Lock 8285 | 13 mm | 1.60 kg (3.53 lb) |
4.5 | 4.3 " (11 cm) |
11 " (28 cm) |
U-lock | Includes cable |
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Master Lock 8274 | 16 mm | 1.45 kg (3.2 lb) |
4 | 4.3 " (11 cm) |
8.27 " (21 cm) |
U-lock | Includes cable |
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Master Lock Street Fortum | 13 mm | 1.26 kg (2.78 lb) |
3.5 | 4.3 " (11 cm) |
8.27 " (21 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Tex-Lock X-lock | 12 mm | 0.64 kg (1.41 lb) |
1.5 | 1.93 " (4.9 cm) |
5.0 " (12.7 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Tex-Lock Eyelet and X-lock S | 6 mm | 1.42 kg (3.13 lb) |
4 | 31.5 " (80 cm) |
U-lock | ||
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Tex-Lock Eyelet and X-lock M | 6 mm | 1.69 kg (3.73 lb) |
4.5 | 47.2 " (120 cm) |
U-lock | ||
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Tex-Lock Eyelet and X-lock L | 6 mm | 1.94 kg (4.28 lb) |
5 | 63.0 " (160 cm) |
U-lock | ||
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Trelock U6 | 14 mm 16 mm |
1.43 kg (3.15 lb) |
4 | 4.25 " (10.8 cm) |
9.06 " (23 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Trelock U6L | 14 mm 16 mm |
1.58 kg (3.47 lb) |
4 | 4.25 " (10.8 cm) |
11.8 " (30 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Trelock U5 Mini | 13 mm 15 mm |
0.9 kg (1.98 lb) |
2.5 | 3.27 " (8.3 cm) |
5.51 " (14 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Trelock U5 Mini Flex | 13 mm 15 mm |
1.1 kg (2.43 lb) |
3 | 3.27 " (8.3 cm) |
5.51 " (14 cm) |
U-lock | Includes cable |
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Axa Newton Pro | 13 mm 17 mm |
1.48 kg (3.26 lb) |
4 | 5.51 " (14 cm) |
7.48 " (19 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Zefal K-Traz U17 | 14 mm | 1.47 kg (3.24 lb) |
4 | 4.5 " (11.5 cm) |
9.1 " (23 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Bontrager Pro | 13 mm | 1.5 kg (3.3 lb) |
4 | 4.25 " (10.8 cm) |
9.1 " (23 cm) |
U-lock | |
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ETOOK 600 | 13 mm | 1.28 kg (2.82 lb) |
3.5 | 4.13 " (10.5 cm) |
9.45 " (24 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Burg Wachter 1580 | 12 mm 13.8 mm |
1.07 kg (2.35 lb) |
3 | 4.17 " (10.6 cm) |
8.27 " (21 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Burg Wachter 1600 | 16 mm | 1.5 kg (3.31 lb) |
4 | 4.17 " (10.6 cm) |
8.27 " (21 cm) |
U-lock | |
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ULAC Stockholm BX1 | 14 mm | 1.11 kg (2.45 lb) |
3 | 3.07 " (7.8 cm) |
5.12 " (13 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Ulockmi Twofold | 12 mm 14 mm |
1.3 kg (2.87 lb) |
3.5 | 3.38 " (8.6 cm) |
7.64 " (19.4 cm) |
U-lock | Includes cable |
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Oxford Sentinel Pro 260 | 14 mm | 1.36 kg (3 lb) |
3.5 | 3.94 " (10 cm) |
7.48 " (19 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Oxford Sentinel Pro 320 | 14 mm | 2 kg (4.4 lb) |
5.5 | 3.94 " (10 cm) |
9.84 " (25 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Oxford Alarm-D Pro 260 | 14 mm | 1.48 kg (3.26 lb) |
4 | 3.89 " (9.88 cm) |
7.87 " (20 cm) |
U-lock | Alarm |
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Oxford Alarm-D Pro 320 | 14 mm | 1.53 kg (3.37 lb) |
4 | 3.89 " (9.88 cm) |
10.17 " (25.85 cm) |
U-lock | Alarm |
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BBB BBL-78 | 16 mm | 1.5 kg (3.31 lb) |
4 | 5.55 " (14.1 cm) |
11.61 " (29.5 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Giant Protector 1 STD | 13 mm | 1.5 kg (3.3 lb) |
3.5 | 4.53 " (11.5 cm) |
9.05 " (23 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Giant Protector 1 DT | 13 mm | 1.75 kg (3.86 lb) |
4.5 | 4.53 " (11.5 cm) |
9.05 " (23 cm) |
U-lock | Includes cable |
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Giant Protector 1 LS | 13 mm | 1.35 kg (2.98 lb) |
3.5 | 4.53 " (11.5 cm) |
11.5 " (29.2 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Halfords 23 | 13 mm | 1.5 kg (3.3 lb) |
4 | 4.33 " (11 cm) |
9.05 " (23 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Halfords 23 Cable | 13 mm | 1.55 kg (3.42 lb) |
4 | 4.33 " (11 cm) |
9.05 " (23 cm) |
U-lock | Includes cable |
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Sinox WL3001 | 14 mm | 1.20 kg (2.65 lb) |
3 | 2.91 " (7.4 cm) |
9.13 " (23.19 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Kryptonite New York Chain 1210 | 12 mm | 3.92 kg (8.65 lb) |
10.5 | 39.0 " (100 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Kryptonite New York Chain 1217 | 12 mm | 5.96 kg (13.15 lb) |
16 | 67.0 " (170 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Kryptonite New York Noose 1275 | 12 mm | 3.15 kg (6.95 lb) |
8.5 | 30.0 " (75 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Kryptonite New York Noose 1213 | 12 mm | 4.79 kg (10.55 lb) |
13 | 51.0 " (130 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Kryptonite Evolution Series 4 1055 | 10 mm | 2 kg (4.4 lb) |
5.5 | 21.5 " (55 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Kryptonite Evolution Series 4 1090 | 10 mm | 2.77 kg (6.10 lb) |
7.5 | 35.5 " (90 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Kryptonite Evolution Series 4 1016 | 10 mm | 4.40 kg (9.70 lb) |
12 | 63.0 " (160 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Kryptonite KryptoLok Series 2 990 Combo Chain | 9 mm | 2.65 kg (5.85 lb) |
7 | 35.5 " (90 cm) |
Chain | Combination | |
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Kryptonite KryptoLok Series 2 912 Combo Chain | 9 mm | 3.33 kg (7.35 lb) |
9 | 47.3 " (120 cm) |
Chain | Combination | |
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Kryptonite KryptoLok Series 2 955 Mini Integrated Chain | 9 mm | 1.77 kg (3.90 lb) |
4.5 | 21.5 " (55 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Kryptonite KryptoLok Series 2 995 Integrated Chain | 9 mm | 2.52 kg (5.55 lb) |
7 | 37.5 " (95 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Kryptonite KryptoLok Series 2 912 Integrated Chain | 9 mm | 3.04 kg (6.7 lb) |
8 | 47.3 " (120 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Kryptonite KryptoLok Series 2 915 Integrated Chain | 9 mm | 3.67 kg (8.10 lb) |
10 | 60.0 " (150 cm) |
Chain | ||
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OnGuard Mastiff 8019 | 10 mm | 3.04 kg (6.7 lb) |
8 | 43.0 " (110 cm) |
Chain | ||
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OnGuard Mastiff 8019L | 10 mm | 4.76 kg (10.5 lb) |
13 | 72.0 " (183 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Abus Granit CityChain X-Plus 1060 85 | 10 mm | 2.1 kg (4.63 lb) |
5.5 | 33.0 " (85 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Abus Granit CityChain X-Plus 1060 110 | 10 mm | 2.65 kg (5.84 lb) |
7 | 43.0 " (110 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Abus Granit CityChain X-Plus 1060 140 | 10 mm | 3.26 kg (7.19 lb) |
8.5 | 55.0 " (140 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Abus Granit CityChain X-Plus 1060 170 | 10 mm | 3.75 kg (8.27 lb) |
10 | 67.0 " (170 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Abus Ivy Chain 9100 85 | 10 mm | 2.45 kg (5.4 lb) |
6.5 | 33.0 " (85 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Abus Ivy Chain 9100 110 | 10 mm | 2.9 kg (6.4 lb) |
8 | 43.0 " (110 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Abus Ivy Chain 9100 140 | 10 mm | 3.85 kg (8.49 lb) |
10.5 | 55.0 " (140 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Abus Ivy Chain 9100 170 | 10 mm | 4.85 kg (10.69 lb) |
13 | 67.0 " (170 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Abus CityChain 1010 85 | 9 mm | 1.95 kg (4.3 lb) |
5 | 33.0 " (85 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Abus CityChain 1010 110 | 9 mm | 2.4 kg (5.29 lb) |
6.5 | 43.0 " (110 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Abus CityChain 1010 140 | 9 mm | 2.74 kg (6.04 lb) |
7.5 | 55.0 " (140 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Abus CityChain 1010 170 | 9 mm | 3.38 kg (7.45 lb) |
9 | 67.0 " (170 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Hiplok Gold | 10 mm | 2.4 kg (5.3 lb) |
6.5 | 33.5 " (85 cm) |
Chain | Wearable | |
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Hiplok Homie | 10 mm | 4.6 kg (10.14 lb) |
12.5 | 59 " (150 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Hiplok EDX | 10 mm | 3.5 kg (7.72 lb) |
9.5 | 39.37 " (100 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Oxford HD Loop Chain Lock | 10 mm | 2.81 kg (6.19 lb) |
7.5 | 47.2 " (120 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Oxford HD Max Chain 120 | 12 mm | 2.54 kg (5.60 lb) |
7 | 47.2 " (120 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Oxford HD Max Chain 150 | 12 mm | 3.58 kg (7.89 lb) |
9.5 | 59.1 " (150 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Oxford HD Max Chain 200 | 12 mm | 4.77 kg (10.52 lb) |
13 | 78.7 " (200 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Seatylock Viking 90 | 10 mm | 2.4 kg (5.3 lb) |
6.5 | 35.4 " (90 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Seatylock Viking 110 | 10 mm | 2.8 kg (6.2 lb) |
7.5 | 43.3 " (110 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Seatylock Viking 140 | 10 mm | 3.40 kg (7.5 lb) |
9 | 55.1 " (140 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Zefal K-Traz M18 | 10 mm | 3.25 kg (7.17 lb) |
8.5 | 43.3 " (110 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Axa Cherto 95 | 9 mm | 2.16 kg (4.76 lb) |
6 | 37.4 " (95 cm) |
Chain | ||
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AXA Absolute 9-90 | 9 mm | 2.24 kg (4.94 lb) |
6 | 35.4 " (90 cm) |
Chain | ||
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AXA Absolute 9-110 | 9 mm | 2.73 kg (6.02 lb) |
7.5 | 43.3 " (110 cm) |
Chain | ||
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AXA Newton ProMOTO-2 | 9 mm | 2.35 kg (5.18 lb) |
6.5 | 39.37 " (100 cm) |
Chain | ||
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AXA Linq | 9.5 mm | 2.65 kg (5.84 lb) |
7 | 39.37 " (100 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Milenco Coleraine Chain Lock 100 | 9 mm | 2.4 kg (5.29 lb) |
5 | 39.37 " (100 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Milenco Coleraine Chain Lock 140 | 9 mm | 2.98 kg (6.57 lb) |
8 | 55.1 " (140 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Milenco Coleraine Chain Lock 180 | 9 mm | 3.90 kg (8.6 lb) |
10.5 | 70.87 " (180 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Yale YCL3 Chain Lock 110 | 10 mm | 3.15 kg (6.94 lb) |
8.5 | 43.3 " (110 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Yale YCL3 Chain Lock 180 | 10 mm | 4.63 kg (10.2 lb) |
12.5 | 70.8 " (180 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Trelock BC 580 | 9 mm | 2.2 kg (4.85 lb) |
6 | 43.3 " (110 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Trelock BC 680 | 9.5 mm | 2.9 kg (6.39 lb) |
8 | 43.3 " (110 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Pragmasis Protector | 11 mm | 2.1 kg / metre (4.63 lb) |
5.5 | 0.8 - 6 m | Chain | ||
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Pewag VKK10x35 Chain | 10 mm | 2.93 kg (6.46 lb) |
8 | 39.97 " (100 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Burg Wachter 1010S | 10 mm | 2.02 kg (4.45 lb) |
5.5 | 39.97 " (100 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Burg Wachter 1015S | 10 mm | 2.94 kg (6.48 lb) |
8 | 59.6 " (150 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Burg Wachter 1020S | 10 mm | 3.96 kg (8.73 lb) |
10.5 | 78.74 " (200 cm) |
Chain | ||
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OKG Noose Chain Lock 80 | 12 mm | 3.9 kg (8.6 lb) |
10.5 | 31.5 " (80 cm) |
Chain | ||
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OKG Noose Chain Lock 120 | 12 mm | 5.12 kg (11 lb) |
13.5 | 47.28 " (120 cm) |
Chain | ||
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OKG Noose Chain | 12 mm | 3.4 kg / metre (7.5 lb) |
9 | 0.8 m, 1.0 m 1.2 m, 1.5 m |
Chain | ||
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Magnum Plus Goliath HLKM102 | 12 mm | 2 kg (4.4 lb) |
5.5 | 43.3 " (110 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Kohlburg Helsinki | 8.3 mm | 2.50 kg (5.51 lb) |
6.5 | 47.28 " (120 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Squire Warrior 55CS Chain 1200 | 10 mm | 4.05 kg (8.93 lb) |
11 | 47.28 " (120 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Squire Warrior Combi 55CS 1200 | 10 mm | 4.07 kg (8.97 lb) |
11 | 47.28 " (120 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Foldylock Forever | 6.5 mm | 1.76 kg (3.88 lb) |
4.5 | 35.4 " (90 cm) |
Folding | ||
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Abus Bordo Granit X Plus 6500 85 | 5.5 mm | 1.76 kg (3.88 lb) |
4.5 | 33.5 " (85 cm) |
Folding | ||
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Abus Bordo Granit X Plus 6500 110 | 5.5 mm | 2.16 kg (4.76 lb) |
6 | 43.0 " (110 cm) |
Folding | ||
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Abus Bordo 6500a SmartX | 5.5 mm | 2.3 kg (5.07 lb) |
6 | 43.0 " (110 cm) |
Folding | Smart lock, Alarm | |
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Abus Bordo 6500a SmartX RC | 5.5 mm | 2.32 kg (5.11 lb) |
6 | 43.0 " (110 cm) |
Folding | Smart lock, Alarm | |
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Abus Bordo 6405 85 | 5.5 mm | 1.7 kg (3.75 lb) |
4.5 | 33.5 " (85 cm) |
Folding | ||
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Abus Bordo 6405 110 | 5.5 mm | 1.95 kg (4.29 lb) |
5 | 43.0 " (110 cm) |
Folding | ||
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Trelock FS 580 Toro | 5.5 mm | 1.58 kg (3.48 lb) |
4 | 35.4 " (90 cm) |
Folding | ||
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Kryptonite Evolution 790 | 5.4 mm | 1.5 kg (3.3 lb) |
4 | 35.4 " (90 cm) |
Folding | ||
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AXA Fold Ultra | ? | 1.44 kg (3.17 lb) |
4 | 35.4 " (90 cm) |
Folding | ||
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Litelok Core Flex | 1.7 kg (3.7 lb) |
4.5 | 29 " (75 cm) |
Cable | Wearable | ||
 |
Oxford Chain 10 | 10 mm | 3.3 kg (7.28 lb) |
9 | 55.11 " (140 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Oxford HD Chain | 10 mm | 3.37 kg (7.43 lb) |
9 | 59 " (150 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Squire Stronghold FL/850 | 5 mm | 2.04 kg (4.5 lb) |
5.5 | 33.46 " (85 cm) |
Folding | ||
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OnGuard Mastiff 8019LP | 10 mm | 3.67 kg (8.1 lb) |
10 | 51.18 " (130 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Via Velo LS U Lock | 14 mm | 1.48 kg (3.26 lb) |
4 | 3.5 " (9 cm) |
9.6 " (24.5 cm) |
U-lock | |
 |
Hiplok DXF | 14 mm | 1.16 kg (2.56 lb) |
3 | 3.5 " (8.5 cm) |
6.0 " (15.0 cm) |
U-lock | |
 |
OnGuard Bulldog Combo |
13 mm | 1.3 kg (2.9 lb) |
3.5 | 4.5 " (11.4 cm) |
9 " (22.9 cm) |
U-lock | Combination |
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Foldylock Elite | 6.5 mm | 1.9 kg (4.2 lb) |
5 | 43.3 " (110 cm) |
Folding | ||
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Oxford LinkLock GL |
5 mm | 1.64 kg (3.62 lb) |
4.5 | 35.4 " (90 cm) |
Folding | ||
|
Kryptonite Evolution Series 4 1012 |
10 mm | 3.08 kg (6.8 lb) |
8.5 | 47.25 " (120 cm) |
Chain |
Sold Secure Powered Cycle Gold Locks (formerly Motorcycle)
Remember: the locks in the table below are more secure than the locks in the table above, but the same as the Pedal Cycle Diamond locks.
| Model | Thickness | Weight | Cans of Coke | Width | Length | Lock Type | Features | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Litelok Core Flex | 1.7 kg (3.7 lb) |
4.5 | 29 " (75 cm) |
Cable | Wearable | ||
 |
Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboudit Mini | 18 mm | 2.06 kg (4.55 lb) |
5.5 | 3.25 " (8.3 cm) |
6.0 " (15.3 cm) |
U-lock | |
 |
Kryptonite New York Lock M18-WL | 18 mm | 2.76 kg (6.1 lb) |
7.5 | 3.9 " (10.3 cm) |
10.3 " (26.1 cm) |
U-lock | |
 |
Abus Granit X Plus 54 Mini | 13 mm | 1.20 kg (2.65 lb) |
3 | 4.25 " (10.8 cm) |
5.51 " (14 cm) |
U-lock | |
 |
Abus Granit X Plus 540 230 | 13 mm | 1.45 kg (3.2 lb) |
4 | 4.25 " (10.8 cm) |
9.0 " (23 cm) |
U-lock | |
 |
Abus Granit X Plus 540 300 | 13 mm | 1.66 kg (3.65 lb) |
4.5 | 4.25 " (10.8 cm) |
12.0 " (30 cm) |
U-lock | |
 |
Hiplok DX | 14 mm | 1.11 kg (2.44 lb) |
3.5 | 3.5 " (8.5 cm) |
6.0 " (15.0 cm) |
U-lock | Wearable |
 |
Hiplok DXC | 14 mm | 1.35 kg (2.98 lb) |
3.5 | 3.5 " (8.5 cm) |
6.0 " (15.0 cm) |
U-lock | Wearable,Includes cable |
 |
Oxford Magnum 270 | 16 mm | 1.68 kg (3.7 lb) |
4.5 | 4.0 " (10.2 cm) |
10.16 " (25.8 cm) |
U-lock | |
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Yale YUL3 | 14 mm | 1.46 kg (3.22 lb) |
4 | 4.53 " (11.5 cm) |
9.06 " (23 cm) |
U-lock | |
 |
Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboudit Chain 1410 | 14 mm | 4.90 kg (10.80 lb) |
13 | 39.0 " (100 cm) |
Chain | ||
|
Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboudit Chain 1415 | 14 mm | 6.92 kg (15.25 lb) |
18.5 | 60.0 " (150 cm) |
Chain | ||
 |
Oxford Monster XL | 14.5 mm | 6.65 kg (14.7 lb) |
18 | 59 " (150 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Milenco Dundrod Chain Lock | 14 mm | 5.6 kg (12.35 lb) |
15 | 39.37 " (100 cm) |
Chain | ||
 |
Litelok Core Moto 125 | 2.9 kg (6.4 lb) |
8 | 49 " (125 cm) |
Cable | |||
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Litelok Core Plus 75 | 1.9 kg (4.1 lb) |
5 | 29 " (75 cm) |
Cable | Wearable | ||
|
Litelok Core Plus 100 | 2.25 kg (4.96 lb) |
6 | 39 " (100 cm) |
Cable | Wearable | ||
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Artago Stone 68T100 | 15 mm | 3.39 kg (7.48 lb) |
9 | 39.0 " (100 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Oxford Nemesis | 16 mm | 6.76 kg (14.9 lb) |
18 | 59 " (150 cm) |
Chain | ||
|
Oxford Nemesis | 16 mm | 8.55 kg (18.8 lb) |
23 | 78.7 " (200 cm) |
Chain | ||
|
Litelok Core Moto 150 | 3.4 kg (7.4 lb) |
9 | 59 " (150 cm) |
Cable | |||
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Squire G3 | 10 mm | 2.79 kg (6.15 lb) |
7.5 | 36 " (91.5 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Squire TC16 5 | 16 mm | 8.44 kg (18.61 lb) |
22.5 | 59 " (150 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Abus 1190 120 | 11 mm | 3.7 kg (8.16 lb) |
10 | 47 " (120 cm) |
Chain | ||
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Kohlburg Alcatraz | 13 mm 16 mm |
6 kg (13 lb) |
16 | 59 " (150 cm) |
Chain |
At this point, you may have a couple of questions:
1. Are all Sold Secure Gold locks as secure as each other?
No, not at all.
The first thing to remember is that Powered Gold (formerly Motorcycle Gold) bike locks are all more secure than Pedal Gold (formerly Bicycle Gold) bike locks. As discussed already, this is because the testing criteria for the two rating are different.
But within each Gold rating, there can also be some differences in security.
The easiest way to tell the difference is to look at the “Thickness” column in the table above. Generally, the thicker the lock, the more secure it will be. Of course, these locks will be heavier too.
Note: some lock brands include the plastic sheath when they measure the "thickness" of their u-lock shackles. This is misleading and should be called out. Where I find evidence of this, I add the correct value and strike out the claimed measurement. Please let me know if you find any more!
I have written specific pages on the strongest bike lock and the best lightweight bike lock (that still provides enough protection).
2. This list is missing some very secure locks. Why?
For a lock to be rated by Sold Secure, it must be submitted by the manufacturer. And there are plenty of really good locks that are either never submitted or have not been submitted yet.
It’s also possible that they were rated by Sold Secure, but have simply not been resubmitted for testing this year (since they must be retested every year to retain their rating).
But that doesn’t mean they’re not Sold Secure “standard”.
Off the top of my head:
- OnGuard Brute Mini U-lock
- Kryptonite New York Legend Chain
- OnGuard Beast Chain
These are all Sold Secure Gold “standard” bike locks that don’t have a Sold Secure Gold rating at the moment.
If you want to see which locks would most likely be granted a Gold rating if they were submitted to Sold Secure, you can use the manufacturer's own ratings in the bike lock comparison table...
If a lock without Sold Secure certification has the same manufacturer rating as a lock with certification, it's most likely Sold Secure "standard".
If you need more help deciding, then you can also follow my simple 3 step guide that guarantees you’ll find the best bike lock for both you and your bicycle.
More questions? Let me know below…
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I use Ottolock which is made of steel and Kevlar. I’m surprised it’s not on your list.
It’s not on this list because it’s not rated Sold Secure Gold, Martin!
Ciao Carlo ho recentemente subito il furto di una ebike che era legata con una catena kryptonite 1410 più lucchetto new york sempre di kryptonite. La mia assicurazione mi ha chiesto per risarcimento se il suddetto lucchetto fosse a prova di spray a freddo ma non riesco a trovare questa informazione. Potresti aiutarmi??? Grazie
I’m not entirely sure what you mean, Pierluigi. The Kryptonite 1410 will be resistant to the canned air spray attack method.
Purtroppo sulla scatola non c’è. Ho provato a contattare kryptonite ma non ho avuto nessuna risposta. 150 euro di catena e nessuna risposta……pessimo!!!
Where there is a U-Lock with a cable (rather than a chain), is it only the U-lock that is rated or the cable too? Just thinking cables are not as resistant to cutting as a metal bar / chain link?
Hi Steve,
It’s only the u-lock that’s rated, never the cable.
Thanks
Carl
Thanks for confirming Carl, am I right in assuming a chain is included in the rating – for example Hiplock E-DX with the chain they supply?
Great site BTW – super useful!
In the case of the Hiplock E-DX, the chain is also Gold rated.
the weight of the
Master Lock 8285 is wrong. it is 1.6kg
Good spot Alex, I’ve updated it, Thanks!
Hi Carl, Thank god for your website. Sorry to learn about your city losses. Over the years,as a townie, I’ve had three; but then they were only cabled. (Mind you when there’s only a lamp post what else could I do?) ((I had yet to read your site)) All the best. Norbert
Hi I am looking for a sold secure gold for my carbon road bike. As weight is important, I don’t really want to carry a heavy lock around. What would you suggest to meet my request? Thanks Peter
Hi Peter,
How about the Hiplok DXF? You can attach it to your frame with the supplied mount that screws into the water bottle holder holes on your frame. Or wear it on your belt with the supplied clip.
It’s also reasonably light.
Thanks
What is your take on Seatylock Mason Bike U Lock? They have 4 versions on Amazon: 140, 180, 220 and 300. All listed as Sold Secure Certification Diamond.
The 140 info says Lightest Diamond Level U-Lock.
Thanks for your help. GREAT site. Hope you’re still doing this!
Ron W
Hi Ron,
I like the Seatylock Mason Bike U Lock range a lot. They are very secure and reasonably priced.
Thanks!
Carl