

Kryptonites New York U-Lock (134) was my previous top pick, but it lost out to. It’s even easier when the mechanism is incorporated into the end of the chain, (like on the Kryptonite Evolution chains and Kryptolok chains), simply because there are less things to hold on to (i.e. The bike lock itself is 33.5 inches longa little short, but it should work in most situations. UK wide delivery & 0 interest options available.

#Kryptonite bike lock review series#
So chain locks are great because they’re so flexible. Shops bicycles, e-bikes, accessories & clothing or book a bike service/repair. Kryptonite Evolution Standard (Series 4 > New-U) Review Last Updated on Septem 12 Comments The Kryptonite Evolution Series 4 Standard was a fantastic lock. When you’re trying to secure your bike, the manoeuvrability of your lock will largely determine how quick and easy (or otherwise), that experience is. It is a chain type lock and relatively new. The key to my kryptonite bike lock only turns halfway and I cannot open it. Consumers say: Resolved: Complaint filed with BBB, Bike Lock Not working. Is the Kryptonite Evolution Chain Lock easy to use? Kryptonite Lock has 33 reviews (average rating 2.4). Kryptonite offers a monetary amount (5,000) in bicycle protection, which is enough to make most bike owners feel safe. Kryptonite gives this lock a security rating of five out of ten. 68 OVERALL SCORE RANKED 3 of 18 Security - 40 10.0 Ease of Transport - 25 4.0 Ease of Use - 20 6.0 Versatility - 15 4.0 RELATED: Best Bike Locks of 2023 Our Verdict Tell potential thieves to 'Forget about it' in your best Brooklyn accent when securing your wheels with this lock. Important WARNING for California residents View all Kryptonite Chain Locks. 4.7 3 Reviews View the 3 reviews with an average rating of 4.7. That means either a pin tumbler core with at least five and preferably six pins, including security pins, or a disc detainer type core like the one in this lock. Offering a higher level of security for locking your bike in a metro area, the Kryptonite Evolution 1090 integrated chain lock features 10 mm 6-sided chain links made from 3T manganese steel. It even comes with a bracket to mount this lock on your bike frame. And no worrying about a heavy, unbalanced u-lock eventually rattling or working loose. (A lot of locks claim to be made from hardened steel but aren’t). The KryptoFlex 1218 Combo Lock is a cable lock, and therefore is lightweight and portable. And the thick nylon cover keeps everything pretty quiet and will prevents any scratches to your frame (not that the frame I’m using in the photos isn’t already pretty scratched!).īut this is my preferred option and it’s so easy, I actually find it preferable to using a u-lock with a fame mount.
