Reddit reviews ABUS U-Lock - Granit X-Plus 54 Key, 5.5", Black

Sorry for your loss. I know the feeling and it sucks so much :( Do you have renters insurance? It may be covered.

I have a similar ebike, and this is what I've got for security... I use two or three u-locks, depending on where I'm going. I use an Abus Granit X-Plus 540 just to lock my front wheel to the frame (that's where my motor is). I usually use a Abus Granit Extreme to lock my frame to something stationary. I use the Abus Granit X-Plus Mini to lock my rear tire to the frame. Yeah, it's a crazy amount to spend on locks, but I think it can be a good investment.

The police department recommends that you engrave your drivers license number on several different components of your bike, ideally hidden. That way if they find it (yeah I know, they don't take action much), they can return it to you. By that point, it may be chopped up, but you might get something back.

For your setup, if I had to keep it in the garage, I'd use a chain. Still, and especially with the cable, I think you need two u-locks on your wheels. That way, they can't just cut the cable and ride away. They'll at least have to lug a heavy, non-rolling object, or do a lot more work with the grinder.

You can also get motion detector alarms that will sound if your bike is moved, like this. There are probably some new ones these days that would alert your smartphone. When I checked a few years ago, I couldn't find any really good products for GPS trackers. Hopefully that has changed.

I'd also recommend Pitlock or other security hardware. It's expensive but effective. With those, you may not have to lock your wheels (though I still lock them to keep the bike immobile even if someone cuts the main u-lock), and you can worry less about someone stealing your brakes or seat, handlebars, etc. when the rest of your bike is properly secured.

Also make sure you register your bike, ideally before it is stolen.

Sorry again for your loss. Hope you find it soon!

1-3. [Schlage 999478 High Security Chain with Cinch Ring] (https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00X6E0NE0/) and Abus Granit X-Plus 54 Mini

4.(8-10 Hours at work) Same as 1-3 plus Pro Bike Cover for weather and to keep eyes off it.

I (and my wife) use the Abus Mini Granit. So far so good.

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I purchased the Abus U-Lock - Granit X-Plus 54 Key, 5.5", Black which I also use my bike. It has a 15/15 international rating, it's german made and much better quality than even the best Kryptonite lock. It's a better deterrent from theft but even then it can be cut by thieves in 2 minutes.

Tile is really insufficent. I'd shop around for something better than that, something that has to be hidden from view.

With that budget, see if you can find a vintage Cannondale CAAD or a Bianchi Pista.

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Maranoni are hard to come by but good conditions one are around that price.

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As for the lock, you can get something lighter like the Abus Granit plus https://www.amazon.ca/Abus-Granit-108x150mm-4-3x5-9-Thickness/dp/B00GCB287O/

Get the best u-lock you can afford and replace any quick releases with skewer locks and pit locks. Learn how to lock your bike properly as well, and don't leave it out for too long.

I personally recommend: Abus U-Lock - Granit X-Plus 54 Key, 5.5", Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GCB287O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_M6BwzbCB8B4K6

I live in San Francisco, and bike theft runs rampant here. I use two abus u-locks and skewer locks all the time. Thieves will go after the easiest target.

Just fyi, cable locks are pretty useless--you're basically using a shoelace to prevent a thief from stealing your components.