Helmet Locks
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Joined: Mar 2012
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From: Denver, CO
Helmet Locks
Hi all - I am a new rider with a spanking new 2012 Iron 883. I am looking to get some input into Helmet Locks, where you can "secure" your helmet to the bike when you leave it. I know nothing is completely secure with a bike, but wanted to get your feedback on whether they are worth it or not, and if so what brand/make fits the Iron.
Thanks - appreciate it...
Thanks - appreciate it...
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Joined: Dec 2011
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From: San Diego, CA
I've got a half shell helmet, usually just stuff it under my bike when parked. The helmet gets a bit scratched, which makes it less appealing to a thief. The more "used" my helmet looks, the better.
Of course, what kind of loser steals someone's helmet off their bike?
John
Of course, what kind of loser steals someone's helmet off their bike?
John
If you use a full face helmet, I've found this to be the best option.
Keeps the helmet away from the dirty ground and the hot pipes; keeps it right-side-up so if the sky gets wet, the inside stays dry; and it's a cable lock so unless someone is walking around with bolt cutters, your helmet isn't going anywhere! It mounts to any 7/8", 1", or 1.25" bars. It's called HelmetSecure Helmet Lock.
Keeps the helmet away from the dirty ground and the hot pipes; keeps it right-side-up so if the sky gets wet, the inside stays dry; and it's a cable lock so unless someone is walking around with bolt cutters, your helmet isn't going anywhere! It mounts to any 7/8", 1", or 1.25" bars. It's called HelmetSecure Helmet Lock.
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From: Oklahoma
Why bother? If someone is low enough to steal a helmet, they won't think twice about cutting the strap. For years, I have simply left my helmet hanging on the right grip by the chin strap and have never lost one to a thief.
keeps honest people honest. I'd rather know that my $400 FF helmet is safe rather than just trust other people not to mess with my stuff.
Cruiser
Joined: Feb 2012
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From: West Seneca,NY
see thats where you went wrong 400 bucks on a helmet. 40 dollar helmet no one wants. I agree though if they want to steal your helmet bad enough they will cut the strap or just rip the damn thing off your bike. I leave mine on my handle bars usually Im in a group of 30 bikers so no one messes with our bikes but if they ever did it would be one hell of an *** beating.
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why not just carry it? and remember that if someone wants your helmet bad enough they could pull up in a pickup and just load the whole freakin bike up just to spite you. that being said if someone needs my helmet bad enough to steal it from a stranger than maybe they need it more than i do...
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