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Technically Speaking => Riding Gear => Topic started by: Jacob_vn on Friday, 18 June 2021, 11:33 PM

Title: Helmet lock
Post by: Jacob_vn on Friday, 18 June 2021, 11:33 PM
Hi

How do you use the helmet lock?
I have a Schuberth C4 pro and there is no way to lock it with the 14" helmet lock.
I have considering using some kind og helmet bag. But having trouble finding one.

Anybody have any ideeas?

Regards
Jacob
Title: Re: Helmet lock
Post by: Tally on Saturday, 19 June 2021, 01:57 AM
Hi @ Jacob vn. Is your chin strap a double 'D' ring or a seat belt type fastener. If it's a DD just insert your key in the lock turn counter clockwise and the hook undoes and place the d rings on. If it's the seat belt type you might have a loop on the strap, if not I don't know!!
Title: Re: Helmet lock
Post by: Notty on Saturday, 19 June 2021, 04:09 AM
Quote from: Tally on Saturday, 19 June  2021, 01:57 AM
Hi @ Jacob vn. Is your chin strap a double 'D' ring or a seat belt type fastener. If it's a DD just insert your key in the lock turn counter clockwise and the hook undoes and place the d rings on. If it's the seat belt type you might have a loop on the strap, if not I don't know!!
I have a Schuberth C4 pro and its seatbelt type  :bugga:
Title: Re: Helmet lock
Post by: Daytona on Saturday, 19 June 2021, 04:19 AM
You could use a plastic coated wire rope and lock,,cycle shops do them,.
Title: Re: Helmet lock
Post by: Batkwaka on Saturday, 19 June 2021, 05:14 PM
Like Daytona I keep a small cable lock handy as my helmets are speed release clips without a D ring.
Normally I can stow helmets in the luggage compartments on the BMW, even handier.
Title: Re: Helmet lock
Post by: grog on Saturday, 19 June 2021, 06:03 PM
Jacob, these work. https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/154190355815?hash=item23e6761d67:g:DD8AAOSwTbJdUMOk
Title: Re: Helmet lock
Post by: VladTepes on Monday, 21 June 2021, 09:45 AM
I have a seat belt type too so cant use the bike helmet lock.  I have a top box, or if that's full the helmet comes with me.

Those wire things are only good to stop opportunistic thieves (certainly worth protecting against of course) but don't rely on them for anyone who has come prepared.

@grog I've not come across those before - might grab a set to try.

edit: Just purchased and delivery date will be "by 31 Aug"  :lol:
Title: Re: Helmet lock
Post by: grog on Monday, 16 August 2021, 06:08 PM
Still waiting Vlad? Left China 24/06/2021. Im waiting as lost last one. Slow boat i guess. 😂
Title: Re: Helmet lock
Post by: VladTepes on Tuesday, 17 August 2021, 11:02 AM
Yeah mate, still waiting...
Title: Re: Helmet lock
Post by: GSXKING on Saturday, 21 August 2021, 03:25 PM
I don't remember ever locking a helmet to my bikes over many years, even at Philip Island  :confused1:
Title: Re: Helmet lock
Post by: DP1400 on Monday, 23 August 2021, 10:09 PM
Both of our helmets have double D rings, both lock together on the bikes helmet lock, no problem. However, i'm never overly happy leaving them on the bike - one day its bound to rain or some tw4t will piss all over them. However, my wife has a more positive attitude to fellow human beings...... :facepalm:
Title: Re: Helmet lock
Post by: Jeykey on Tuesday, 24 August 2021, 05:03 AM
You can also google "security helmet bag" and you´ll find a lot of solutions for your like. Deemed, Oxford, ...
Title: Re: Helmet lock
Post by: VladTepes on Tuesday, 24 August 2021, 11:07 AM
Quote from: grog on Monday, 16 August  2021, 06:08 PM
Still waiting Vlad? Left China 24/06/2021. Im waiting as lost last one. Slow boat i guess. 😂

Apparently has arrived now, I'll try tonight if I remember and see if it is any good.
Title: Re: Helmet lock
Post by: grog on Friday, 27 August 2021, 05:38 PM
Mine arrived today. Works well, wouldnt be too hard to cut thru, better than just sitting lid on bike.
Title: Re: Helmet lock
Post by: grog on Wednesday, 01 September 2021, 07:24 PM
They sent me two, anyone in Oz with non D ring that wants one, ill post for free.
Title: Re: Helmet lock
Post by: Eric GSX1400K3 on Wednesday, 01 September 2021, 08:38 PM
Quote from: grog on Wednesday, 01 September  2021, 07:24 PM
They sent me two, anyone in Oz with non D ring that wants one, ill post for free.

Pm sent Mr Grog
Title: Re: Helmet lock
Post by: VladTepes on Friday, 03 September 2021, 02:11 PM
Yep I got two, too :)