Best powersports alarms & anti-theft products according to redditors

On my motorcycle I keep a brake disc lock alarm, it's a pretty good deterrent, If it gets moved it lets out a warning chirp, then if it gets touched again a blaring 110Db alarm goes off, it would no doubt startle the dude, and alert you to someone messing with it. They're super cheap and worth every penny. Even if it doesn't fit on your brake discs you could easily attach it to the spokes if you had to.

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You’re lucky. Most stolen bikes are never recovered (my first bike was stolen and more than 2 years later has yet to be recovered). Something like this: Abus Detecto 7000 RS1 pixel yellow - Motorcycle brake disc lock - 3D Position Detection, Security level 13 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003EIJMFO will help prevent walk off thefts which are a majority but won’t prevent someone who has help from lifting it and putting it in the bed of a truck or inside a van and driving off with it. Or this: Bully Locks Bully Alarm Lock with Pager - One Size https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000WJF7FC if you’re within range of the bike. I have both of these things. Haven’t had another bike stolen since!

I got one of those little reminder cables. I attach one end to the lock and the other to somewhere visible on the bike, so I see it every time I walk up to it.

You can get a £30 disk-lock for motorcycles, some are very sensitive, others less, but they will trigger alarm when bike is touched or moved. Most alarms dont stop ringing after being broken, so it attracts attention from people around. Bike thieves don't expect sound alarm on a pushbike.

I have something like this one

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Anti-theft-Motorcycle-Waterproof-Security-Motorbike/dp/B075MG4FNQ

If you want something bigger and attach it to chain, get something like this https://www.amazon.co.uk/OXFORD-BOSS-ALARM-ULTRA-STRONG/dp/B000R57X2Q

All are small enough to put to pocket and cycle comfortably around.

These are great for that. If it detects motion, it will sound an alarm and set off the pager on your keychain. My brother had one, and it seemed to work great. Fortunately, my bike is too tall for most people to screw with.

You could buy a scooter cover alarm like this one here

I'm using the Abus 8077 and from what I've seen it's one of the strongest disk locks on the market plus it has an alarm. The alarm isn't as loud the the Xena disk locks but I avoided those due to the excessive comments of false alarms, broken alarms and poor customer service from xena.

The abus lock feels seriously solid and it's the perfect size to fit under my seat (yamaha mt-07).

If you also want a high quality chain to carry with you that's not too heavy check out the Pragmasis 13 or 11mm chains.

for those concerned with locking it up outside...a few pro tips:

1. Use a kryptonite New York U lock. Decent amount of choices in that line...I use this one: extra long heavy duty u lock
   
2. For extra protection also use a disc brake lock, the one i use is here: Kryptonite Disc Brake Lock
   
3. Strap a loud ass alarm to it. I have this one, and can tell you it will deter someone from trying to mess with the above two heavy duty locks...It's absurdly loud, even by busy NYC street standards: absurdly loud, remote lockable alarm
   
4. Lock it in areas with consistent street traffic and doubly confirm the structure you are locking to is firmly in place

This disk lock/alarm thingy I got off Amazon is pretty cheap and awesome, if you’re looking to up your lock game.

It’s designed for motorcycles, but I lock it to my bike sometimes when I’m downtown, and it’s great. It’s loud enough to make ears bleed, and won’t let the wheels turn to ride it away, even if they could stand the sound.

There's not much point getting a disk lock that's stronger than your disk, so you really don't need to go all-out on toughness. If you get a padlock type (like all the ones you've mentioned) then you can lock it over your chain and sprocket at the back rather than a disk, which I think is both more secure and generally deals better with accidental rideaways, and you can use it to chain the bike to things when there's a chain handy.


Of those, I'd probably get the Nemesis since it's got the Sold Secure Gold (and the same-priced Monster seems to not), but you can get the alarmed version for that sort of money:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/OXFORD-BOSS-ALARM-ULTRA-STRONG/dp/B000R57X2Q

and I'd say the alarm's more useful than a little bit of toughness. That's not a great alarmed lock but mine was absolutely fine.

That said, as an addition to my padlock-and-chain (a Kryptnonite Evolution) I just got the cheaper Abus alarmed lock (it's still ~£100) and I'm happy with it so far:

https://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcycle_parts/content_prod/59283

It won't fit a chain (but I don't need it to), reliably goes off when the bars are turned, but not when I put my helmet on the mirror and can be fitted one-handed. The only downside (which is often viewed as a feature) is that it's easy to put it on without arming the alarm.

Got it from amazon, it does not even have a brand name or anything and the box was in crappy auto translate english :D


Was around 20€ and works perfect, I see some for 50-80 but i have no idea what could make them better.


might be this one https://www.amazon.com/Tchipie-Motorcycle-Padlock-Reminder-Motorbike/dp/B07G9XDSRC/ref=sr_1_1?__mk_de_DE=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&keywords=lock+brake+alarm&qid=1562795248&s=gateway&sr=8-1

Have an Oxford Boss for my bike. It's an over sensitive piece of shit. I would not buy it again. It also has a fully exposed shackle for easier angle grinding.

/u/muriel_bing has an Abus 8077, which is fucking fantastic imo. It's sensitive enough that if you stand the bike up it freaks out royally, but not so sensitive that ghosts disturb it. The shackle is also built into the lock and it looks like it would put up a decent fight against an angle grinder.

That said... I think that disk lock that those chavs in that video cut through with a grinder was an Abus, but I'm not sure.

this one Had to change the cheap AAAs after 6 months. Very loud.

disk brake alarm Had to open it and resolder a wire after ~8 months. I put it in the rear triangle on the brake. Very loud as well.

heres the GPS tracker. There’s many other options though.

This is what I use, I modified it slightly to push the clutch lever out, rather than hold it in. I also attach one end of my disc lock leash to it, so any thief will see that I also have a disc lock.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06WWQYRM8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_VKLvzbSBYEVAK

This is the disc brake lock that I am planning on getting in case anybody is interested. I know that it's not enough by itself but I like the alarm function on it that goes off when the lock is tampered with or the bike is moved.

I've got a disc loc with a loud alarm on it, I park outside in the lot at my apartments. If anyone moves it I'll know, plus the theft insurance is great piece of mind.
COOCHEER Disc Lock,Alarm Disc Lock,Motorcycle Bike Anti-theft&Waterproof Brake Disc Wheel Alarm Security Lock 6mm Super Class B Lock Cylinder (silver) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XXLDYPV/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_APQFzb1TYHXZT

I also use a Kryptonite and supplement with one of these when I can. https://www.amazon.com/AGPTEK-Waterproof-Security-Motorcycles-Scooters/dp/B071JV2R4H/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1522241288&sr=8-1&keywords=motorcycle+brake+caliper+alarm

I think the best thing you can do when keeping it outside is to buy a decent cover, maybe one that you can put a master lock on. I keep mine outside but its right outside my door as I live in a back house. Buy a good disk lock and maybe even a grip lock.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B008N82D2E/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1467219470&sr=8-3&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=motorcycle+disc+lock&dpPl=1&dpID=41N%2B4ZCzhvL&ref=plSrch

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01A759GW0/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1467219664&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=%231+Motorcycle+Lock+-+A+Grip+%2F+Throttle+%2F+Brake+%2F+Handlebar+Lock+to+Secure+a+Bike%2C+Scooter%2C+Moped+or+ATV+in+Under+5+Seconds%21+From+BigPantha+-+Lifetime+Guarantee%21

I keep these on my Harley when I am not on it, one on the front and one on the rear. Can't steal it if you can't move it.

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https://www.amazon.com/Kryptonite-000884-Keeper-Yellow-Disc/dp/B008N82D2E

I've personally seen 3 hoods in broad daylight (about 1PM) stealing a motorbike from that spot. One on either side holding it up, while the third lay on his back on the seat and kicked the fuck out of the handlebars to try and break the steering lock.

If you've got a disc lock, you should be fine parking wherever you like. I've never had any problems with a good visible Kryptonite lock.

My bike has a helmet lock but without a D-ring it doesn't really work well. I bought a steel coiled cable sort of like this. I can lock my helmet to the bike lock and rest it on the seat. Typically though I take it in with me whenever I can.

I live in a small area though and can by 99% sure my helmet would be fine locked on the seat or even if I just left it hanging unlocked on my handlebars, but I don't feel comfortable doing that.

Bibowa Anti-Theft Alarm Disc Lock - Motorcycle Lock - Scooter Locks -Disc Brake Lock 110dB Alarm Sound and 6mm Pin with Reminder Cable (Silver) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GNXS28Z/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_pGQ6Cb3RS02ZV

Works like a charm.

No matter what insurance you end up purchasing, definitely get a disc rotor lock for sure with motion alarm. These are made for scooters and motorcycles but work great for any bike with a disc brake. Only some $15 to $40 or so:

https://www.amazon.com/Anti-theft-Motorcycle-Waterproof-Security-Motorbike/dp/B075F5S8TG

Any motion will trigger a piercing alarm so this will add another layer of protection. That in itself can deter other mischief on your bike like some drug addict trying to steal parts off your bike like your seat or rummage through your panniers.

This type of lock give the best bang for given volume & weight because it almost fits in the palm of your hand.

Also, this type of lock is very low to the ground and swivels and moves around so is harder for thieves to break or cut. There is no surface area for a thieve to wedge a crow bar into. If cutting with an angle grinder, the thief has to bend down and the lock doesn't stay still for cutting. He is liable to cut his own fingers or the bike while attempting to do so. While all this is going on, the lock would be blaring out 110dB of piercing alarm sound.

I have two expensive locks, this very loud disc brake alarm and a bike insurance that covers theft and other damages (7€ / month in Germany) for my 2400€ e bike.

EDIT: Also "gps tracking" stickers like others mentioned.

Something like this would work. I cannot speak on this exact one as I don't have it and have never tested.


JACOOL Disc Lock Alarm Motorcycle Disc Brake Lock, Anti-Theft Waterproof 110dB Alarm Sound and 6mm Pin with 4ft Reminder Cable for Motorcycles Bike Scooter Bonus Carry Pouch
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CKP95ZC/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_EBGlDbRE7A96B

For that low a price, I'd think the best deterant would be something with an alarm. Like this, for example, disk brake + alarm.

Abus granit

One option may be this wheel lock with a built in alarm.

I'm planning to get one of these easy to install alarms that is self contained and you just put under the seat.

I felt the same when I first got mine, would barely let it out of my sight when I parked it.

But look at it this way, try and pick it up, the things aren't exactly light, so it's unlikely someone is going to walk off with it, between that and the kill switch and you should be fine in most places.

If you feel better with some extra security though one of these things or a heavy duty bike chain and lock should be good


GHB Alarm Disc Lock Anti Theft Lock Security Alarm Disc Disk Lock Padlock with Alarm Sound 120db for Motorcycles, Bicycles and Scooters https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M4MG0YT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_7za9ybY3VV055

it does get a little annoying when the wind blows. However, no one has stolen my buddy Italia. There have been many scooter thefts in Philly lately, but for some reason not mine. They did take my cover once though... my wife suspects they were scoping the scooter until the alarm went nuts.

Cheap as hell for the protection. https://www.amazon.com/YOHOOLYO-Motorcycle-Padlock-Motorcycles-Bicycles/dp/B01M4MG0YT/

Get a bike alarm, disc brake lock works amazing check this out https://www.amazon.com/YOHOOLYO-Motorcycle-Padlock-Motorcycles-Bicycles/dp/B01M4MG0YT/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1510777301&sr=8-4&keywords=disc+brake+lock this is the one i use and it works great and is super loud if anyone touches my bike at all.

I've also got an alarmed Abus on the rear, would definitely recommend. Only thing I'd say is might be worth checking it'll fit as mine's a pretty tight squeeze.

To be honest I bought it because it was the better looking one in the shop at the time. I quite like the fact I can lock my chain to my rear disc with it, though I am worried about how solid it actually is. My plan was always if it does break I will just go for a Abus one like my friend has, if not I will wait until I have some spare cash and upgrade then :)

Little search turned this up: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Abus-7000-RS1-Detecto-Yellow/dp/B003EIJMFO

There's also https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B00KJGWIIC/ref=pd_aw_sim_sbs_263_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=2GDQS5G5WEKMDE196BH9.

In short, they exist but they'll cost you.

Is your bike covered? Get a strap so you can tie it down. Less surface area for wind to set off your alarm.

I had a Xena, that thing went off ALL THE DAMN TIME. I ended up taking the battery out.

I have one of these now: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Abus-19002-Bloque-Disque-Detector/dp/B00KJGWIIC

False alarms are very infrequent. Chuffed!

I can tell you that this Kryptonite disc brake lock is a disc detainer (no pun intended).

https://amzn.com/B008N82D2E

Unless you are constantly within earshot of an alarm, I find it hard to imagine being of much use. No-one pays attention to car alarms any more. In my opinion a better idea would be to fit some kind of tracking device which alerts you via text when the bike has been moved.


I've heard mixed things about this lock - all seem to suffer the same problem of either being not sensitive enough, or too sensitive and being set off by wind/rain
http://www.amazon.co.uk/OXFORD-BOSS-ALARM-ULTRA-STRONG/dp/B000R57X2Q

Anything within a budget any good? Looking at an Oxford Alarmed Disklock which seemed good. What would you suggest for a disk lock and chain?

Put a cover over it and alarm the cover.

https://www.amazon.com/Guardian-Dowco-Integrated-Deterrent-Operated/dp/B000GU7DGS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1494257431&sr=8-1&keywords=motorcycle+cover+with+alarm