I have used a cable through the face shield and the under seat lock point. But when in little towns in the country I usually ask a shopkeeper to hold my helmets and riding jackets. I have never been turned down.
I didn't think anyone really used the "under seat" locking point. It doesn't seem that secure...But maybe I'll give it a try. You just dangle the helmets on each side?
Yep. The helmets dangle. Not the best, but it works in a pinch. I don't use the cable included with the bike, but a bicycle locking cable covered in plastic.
I have only had my LT for a few days, I use the locking wire supplied in the tool kit to secure the two helmets to the mounting under the seat when there is other stuff in the trunk. I know its not ideal, and easily snipped, and definately not ideal in the rain.
When I was a Harley dude, I used to flip my 1/2 helmet upside down and use it to keep the sidestand from sinking into the ground, then I'd shove my "ol lady's" lid under the frame, lol.
Now that I'm mild mannered BMW rider, I keep a cable lock in the bag and lock them to the seats if there's no room in the rear trunk. (HD dude part is just a joke)
I use a longer and thicker cable that I purchased at BMW of Fresno. It's long enough to pass through 2 helmets or 1 helmet and a jacket. Then I set the helmets on the seats. When I get a trailer, life will be easier.
Planning on using a nylon stuff sack which holds Jacket/ Pants/ Helmet, then securing in a pacsafe Explorer ( medium ) cable to under seat. Holds all the gear well and keeps curious eyes off too. www.pac-safe.com
Planning on using a nylon stuff sack which holds Jacket/ Pants/ Helmet, then securing in a pacsafe Explorer ( medium ) cable to under seat. Holds all the gear well and keeps curious eyes off too. www.pac-safe.com
The Helmet Guardian is a good solid product and one came installed on the LT I bought this summer. However, I also have Nolan helmets and since they are a flip front, they do not have D rings that will lock to the Helmet Guardian. Any other ideas how I can connect the two?
Dave Broughton
Calgary, Alberta
2002 LTC and matching Unigo
1993 K75RT (for sale)
I have never locked my helmet. Just put it up on the seat. Have never had one stolen. I go to several NASCAR races each year and have left my helmet sitting on the seat. Have gone to honky tonks and left the helmet on the bike. Guess I will get bitten one day, but just don't worry about it. My theory is that if they want it, they will get it whether locked or not.
I have never locked my helmet. Just put it up on the seat. Have never had one stolen. I go to several NASCAR races each year and have left my helmet sitting on the seat. Have gone to honky tonks and left the helmet on the bike. Guess I will get bitten one day, but just don't worry about it. My theory is that if they want it, they will get it whether locked or not.
I believe 99% of the folks are honest. But at $600+ a helmet I don't want to findout I'm wrong. Also the wind could blow it off, rain could soak it, etc... and damage it. A small investment to protect it (and make me "feel" better) is worth it to me.
The Helmet Guardian is a good solid product and one came installed on the LT I bought this summer. However, I also have Nolan helmets and since they are a flip front, they do not have D rings that will lock to the Helmet Guardian. Any other ideas how I can connect the two?
How about a laminated 10+ inch cable with crimped loops on each end. Then you can run it around the jaw protector & secure it to the lock. I think your friendly tackle shop can rig you a couple.
How about a laminated 10+ inch cable with crimped loops on each end. Then you can run it around the jaw protector & secure it to the lock. I think your friendly tackle shop can rig you a couple.
Bottom line is... nothing is failsafe. If they want the helmet bad enough they will get it on any latching system. Best way is putting it in the saddle bags
Bottom line is... nothing is failsafe. If they want the helmet bad enough they will get it on any latching system. Best way is putting it in the saddle bags
I put my D link over the clutch lever (just fits), then I snap a luggage lock through the D link which keeps it from being pulled off the clutch handle. Learned it on this forum, and it works pretty good.
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