Easy helmet lock idea

kc_voyager · 05-17-2014, 11:00 AM

Not an original idea but thought I'd pass it along. The Voyager locks under the seat are, to me, not reasonable. These are simple and affordable. Gun locks I picked up at the sporting goods store. ImageUploadedByTapatalk1400338826.513667.jpg ImageUploadedByTapatalk1400338840.545886.jpg

dshelly · 05-17-2014, 11:27 AM

What if you don't have the bag rails? Besides, That looks like it would scratch the paint. No thank you.

kawboysix · 05-17-2014, 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by dshelly

What if you don't have the bag rails? Besides, That looks like it would scratch the paint. No thank you.

Yep, seems like it might wear the paint on the hard bag in that area over time.

c_law23 · 05-17-2014, 12:41 PM

Considering that I rarely have to lock my helmet, my helmet has soft material where it would touch the bag, and it would just be sitting there not moving around I think this would work just fine. Though I dont have rails, but the same thing would work around a bar on your backrest, or engine guard. Nice idea!

**wanderer5210** · 05-17-2014, 02:07 PM

I've never in 40 years locked a helmet. I guess thieves know what a cheap bastard I am.

kc_voyager · 05-17-2014, 02:28 PM

The padding of the helmet does rest on the paint and thinking they shouldnt rub the paint if the helmet is on your head when riding.

The Black Knight · 05-17-2014, 02:47 PM

recumbentbob · 05-17-2014, 03:14 PM

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Originally Posted by dshelly

What if you don't have the bag rails? Besides, That looks like it would scratch the paint. No thank you.

There are other places on a bike that will work.

LikketySplit · 05-17-2014, 05:06 PM

What about this? tuck it up out of the way on the bars, nice shiny chrome. Probably a little more expensive than the gun locks (after all, it's from Kury), but maybe a more elegant solution. And you won't misplace it like you would a loose cable.

http://www.kuryakyn.com/products/109...al-helmet-lock

Silent Sam · 05-17-2014, 08:01 PM

..I sit my cheepy skid lid on the seat...and hope some dum-ass will steal it...so I'll be "inspired" to buy a new one !

napom · 05-17-2014, 08:41 PM

Uh . . . Check me on this . . . But my Voyager has three really secure places to lock up my helmet . . . The trunk or one of the saddlebags . . .

yoda · 05-17-2014, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by LikketySplit

What about this? tuck it up out of the way on the bars, nice shiny chrome. Probably a little more expensive than the gun locks (after all, it's from Kury), but maybe a more elegant solution. And you won't misplace it like you would a loose cable.

http://www.kuryakyn.com/products/109...al-helmet-lock

That is what I mounted on my wife's old bike. Put it on the handlebar next to the mirror. Put the helmet over the mirror and lock the d ring in the lock. Worked great and kept the helmet upright so if it rained, the inside stayed dry. I always just let my shorty on the pillion or loop the strap through the handle on the luggage if that is on the bike. Never had an issue.

kc_voyager · 05-17-2014, 11:21 PM

Those Kuryakyn's are nice too! I've been looking for a place to hook'em when we hit a Nat. park or slow scenic ride. My buddies Wings and Ventures have locks on the back/bottom of their trunks that work while riding. Our Luggage rack, Trunk and Side bags are stuffed on a trip. Maybe could mount a couple under the Tour pack? Maybe!

**HwyRider** · 05-17-2014, 11:45 PM

I'm with Napom on this one. It goes in the saddlebag.

kc_voyager · 05-18-2014, 11:16 AM

IMG_1119.jpg Guessing you guys cant SEE why the Trunk / Saddlebag thing doesnt work for me?

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05-17-2014, 11:27 AM	#2
dshelly Sr. Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Belgrade, MT Posts: 2,824	What if you don't have the bag rails? Besides, That looks like it would scratch the paint. No thank you. __________________ Dave "(dshelly)" Shellenberger 2014 Harley Ultra Classic 2007 1600 Nomad (Black) Shellenberger Machine Belgrade, MT Various Bagger Member (Harley Chapter) VBA # 2395
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05-17-2014, 12:41 PM	#4
c_law23 Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Newark, OH Posts: 222	Considering that I rarely have to lock my helmet, my helmet has soft material where it would touch the bag, and it would just be sitting there not moving around I think this would work just fine. Though I dont have rails, but the same thing would work around a bar on your backrest, or engine guard. Nice idea! __________________ Chris Black 2011 Vaquero 1700 Black 2007 900 Custom (sold) VBA #02389 VROC #24810
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LikketySplit Jr. Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Simcoe, Ontario Posts: 29	What about this? tuck it up out of the way on the bars, nice shiny chrome. Probably a little more expensive than the gun locks (after all, it's from Kury), but maybe a more elegant solution. And you won't misplace it like you would a loose cable. http://www.kuryakyn.com/products/109...al-helmet-lock __________________ 2012 Vaquero, Blue Rifle 12" Light Tint Windshield 12V Accessory Aux Driving Lights Kuryakn Offset Pegs Thunder Tornado Air Intake Thunder Intake Gasket Cobra Fi2000 PowerPro V&H Twin Slash Slip-ons 1998 Virago 1100 Street-Ex Windshield MC Engine Bars Clocks for Bikes Handlebar Clock V&H Classic II Exhaust Saddlemen Teardrop Bags
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05-17-2014, 02:28 PM	#6
kc_voyager Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Colorado Posts: 66	The padding of the helmet does rest on the paint and thinking they shouldnt rub the paint if the helmet is on your head when riding.
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Silent Sam Sr. Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: On The Shakey Side Posts: 2,501	..I sit my cheepy skid lid on the seat...and hope some dum-ass will steal it...so I'll be "inspired" to buy a new one !
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05-17-2014, 08:41 PM	#11
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05-17-2014, 11:21 PM	#13
kc_voyager Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Colorado Posts: 66	Those Kuryakyn's are nice too! I've been looking for a place to hook'em when we hit a Nat. park or slow scenic ride. My buddies Wings and Ventures have locks on the back/bottom of their trunks that work while riding. Our Luggage rack, Trunk and Side bags are stuffed on a trip. Maybe could mount a couple under the Tour pack? Maybe!
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05-17-2014, 11:45 PM	#14
HwyRider Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: South Shore, MA Posts: 4,629	I'm with Napom on this one. It goes in the saddlebag. __________________ VBA # 02424 VROC # 35971 2010 Nomad 1700 Metallic Diablo Black/Metallic Titanium
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05-18-2014, 11:16 AM	#15
kc_voyager Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Colorado Posts: 66	IMG_1119.jpg Guessing you guys cant SEE why the Trunk / Saddlebag thing doesnt work for me?
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