How to Lock Electric Scooter: Pros and Cons of Different Locks and Secure Locking Techniques

[@tbouchard2789]

Great tip about suspending the lock mechanism, above the ground, as to avoid hammer attacks. Thx for the compact & substantive videos=)

[@the-snx2122]

Imagine getting your scooter stolen while you're in a store buying a lock

[@ElectricWheelers]

lol, that would be sad

[@frankramirez86]

😂😂😂

[@regalrivera]

Maybe add a tracking device also

[@Keth417]

Thanks for that. I think the chain lock is the best all-round, for me anyways - so it weighs a little more, but better that weight than the weight of worry. Re: Lock location, locking away from the ground, suspending the lock: Great tip.

[@ElectricWheelers]

You are absolutely right!

[@SamanthaDecker-m4r]

better weight on your back than weight on your mind!

[@danielsoucy6688]

Liteloc and Hiploc are the best on the market! They can resist grinder attacks! They are more expensive! 189$!

[@ElectricWheelers]

Yeah, these brands are good.

[@odimodi1415]

wow where is that 4:12 ?

[@lvanoss]

garden city, denmark

[@marianhreads]

This is super helpful, thank you!

[@rociogonzales4727]

I like the folding lock ...thanks for the so useful information !!

[@SamanthaDecker-m4r]

the ski mask is absolutely slaying it. But also great video, good info :)

[@zaknafein641]

I use a combination of thick chain lock and a disc brake lock with an alarm for my Vsett 10+.

[@169chaitanyakharche6]

how long do you keep your scooter parked?!

[@zaknafein641]

@@169chaitanyakharche6 just a short time and even then I'm worried about thieves...

[@dontsaygabe]

Opting for the best compromise: folding lock. Can’t be lugging a huge lock in my backpack all the time. Thanks!

[@ElectricWheelers]

Great choice!

[@likewater1429]

Just make sure it can withstanding a angle grinder for a few minutes.

[@Pk_Ok_Oo]

excellent video explaining all aspects of e-scooter security. Thank you.

[@chaxologist2024]

Is that the Segway Ninebot F40? I'm using all these locks at once with the addition of a cuff lock. I also arm 2 motion alarms on my scooter then cover it with a bike cover that can be secured with a cable lock so it conceals where the alarms are as well as the hard locks underneath so the thief can back off before he even takes the cover off! I'm using the Seatylock Mason, Foldylock Compact and Seatylock Viking for the U-lock, folding lock and chain, respectively. Using all these to lock my current Segway Ninebot Max G30LP and my soon to be brand new Segway Ninebot F2 Pro!

[@ElectricWheelers]

I am using Ninebot F40 and NIU KQi2 in the video. You are very thorough in protecting your property :)

[@TyrantNemesisUmbrella]

Good video helpful advice 👍

[@slplktr]

Very informative. Thank you.

[@ElectricWheelers]

Glad I could help

[@katya_mironenko]

I have same scooter Love it so much

[@BoostlessJoe]

i will take your scooter hehe

[@gauss182]

I always carry with me a U-lock with an extension chain and a flexible lock. Great tips!

[@corporatemcmahon2815]

Where do you carry the locks?

[@Mopsisgone]

A comment for you extremely useful video :)

[@JarerSaro]

yes you need to lock it physically or digital but the best way to do please don't leave your escooter or ebike outside for long period time coz no matter what lock you use, it will disappear coz having more time outside more chance to find a way to steal it

[@ElectricWheelers]

Good thoughts!

[@surar17]

What about the handcuffs locks ?

[@ElectricWheelers]

They are uncommon, so I didn't include them in this video. But in general, they are much more secure than cable locks but not as secure as chain locks or U-locks.

[@SuperSokol7]

I need an e-scooter to go to the gym and am looking for an e-scooter with the best locking points. What do you recommend?

[@ElectricWheelers]

For getting to the gym you don't need something expensive and fancy I guess. So I would pick something with a good price/quality ratio like NIU KQi3 or Ninebot F40.

[@SuperSokol7]

@@ElectricWheelers but I weigh 100kg and live up a big hill. Gym does not allow to bring escooter inside.

[@SuperSokol7]

@@ElectricWheelers I will check. Thanks.

[@ElectricWheelers]

@@SuperSokol7 100kg is no problem for most of the scooters. And you just need to buy a good lock. This video provided some good insights.

[@SuperSokol7]

@@ElectricWheelers Thanx, the next issue what if I go to the gym and leave my e-scooter outside and it starts raining? How rain resitant are e-scooters from rain? I usually go to the gym for about 2hours.

[@Litepaw]

I dont mind spending 5 minutes locking and unlocking the scooter with a few locks if it means no one steals it

[@ElectricWheelers]

Totally agree with you.

[@jamieunderwood5829]

Absolutely. I learned this the hard way. Unfortunately I used a cheap crappy bike lock and someone took bolt cutters to it and had away with it. My own fault but would definitely take the time from now on to securely lock.

[@Litepaw]

@@jamieunderwood5829 The situation in my city has gotten so bad that the thieves will even use battery powered angle grinders in broad daylight to cut locks and chains... With absolutely no rush in the world because they know they won't get punished for it, and no one wants to stop them. Someone might film the whole thing and post it on social media if you're lucky. Also, despite having clear video evidence or even a gps tracker on your bike -- the cops don't really care or want to do anything about "such a low-priority crime". They'll take the details for insurance purposes, but you'll NEVER see your bike or scoot ever again. (Unless some big chop shop gets accidentally busted simultaneously when they're looking for weed grower hippies or illegally downloaded movies or people who post mean tweets. And other various waaay more important and serious crimes...)

[@Litepaw]

@@jamieunderwood5829 The situation in my city has gotten so bad that the criminals will even use battery powered angle-grinders in broad daylight to cut locks and chains... With absolutely no rush in the world because they know they won't get punished for it, and no one wants to stop them. Someone might film the whole thing and post it on social media if you're lucky. Also, despite having clear video evidence or even a gps on your bike -- the cops don't really care or want to do anything about "such a low-priority crime" They'll take the details for insurance purposes, but you'll probably NEVER see your bike or scoot ever again. (Unless some big chopshop gets accidentally busted at the same time when they're looking for people who post mean tweets, or maybe watch torrented movies.. And other such various waaay more important and serious crimes...)

[@mouhamede.ndiaye6897]

I like how he says lock

[@gabogc]

Lol, at the end of the video there is more money on locks than on the scooter xD. i guess some theft will steal that scooter just to make a statement xD

[@ElectricWheelers]

It would be a strong statement :D

[@likewater1429]

If you live in the city area and have fair crime u need a D Lock capable of withstanding a angle grinder for at least 10minutes or more. Hiplock D1000 or Altor SAF for example You need one or two alarms, one for to scare and one to put inside the scooter or hide. You need GPS hidden inside the scooter and a gps sticker to warn criminals to not even bother trying. And maybe a laminated security note hung on the scooter letting them know how risky it is to steal it. If u r making quick trips and dont plan on being gone for 10 minute's or more than just the d lock AND folding lock. Never a cable lock.

[@ElectricWheelers]

Thanks for the good suggestions!

[@albertomejia7656]

Everything you saying is true . I found a U -lock with a alarm . I don’t know if it’s good though do you have any suggestions? I’m considering getting the kyrptonite u lock with the kyrptonite thick chain use both to lock my scooter

[@likewater1429]

@@albertomejia7656 kryptonite is a piece of crap when up against a angle grinder. I gave examples already.

[@CobyDooood]

When in doubt, multiply the effort by using multiple locks. Chain/U Lock/Folding lock/Alarm/GPS Sticker. Make them work for it. Assuming your going to be away for a period of time.

[@lucajack007]

Water thanks for these tips I've been searching Internet and couldn't find direct like this

[@corporatemcmahon2815]

LoL @0:42 😂😂😂 like a robbers wears a robbers mask while doing this or driving with his car. Bahaha

[@emilio3644]

01:37 what kind of lock is this? you can literally take it scooters steering wheel through this lock

[@ElectricWheelers]

It's a U-lock and you are correct. It must be looped through some hole in the frame to be efficient.

[@nayt5831]

The best locks r so expensive and all they really do is slow a theif down by a min or two. I decided on medium price locks and just spent the money I otherwise would of used on insurance. Piece of mind

[@ElectricWheelers]

I totally agree with you. There's no lock that works 100% of the time. But if your scooter has a decent lock and there is one next to yours with a poor lock - a thief rather takes the other one.

[@JackCrossSama]

put a air tag on it to track it if someone does steal it

[@ElectricWheelers]

Yeah, that's a good advice

[@johnny7611]

Is $800 the cheap ones thieves don’t worry about?

[@-50shadesofINSANITY]

U dont need backpack for chain lock. I just wrap it around the frame

[@ElectricWheelers]

Good tip!

[@SuperSokol7]

Stupid that most scooters do not have open locking points, eg VMAX, Segway. Which scooters have open locking points?

[@Tunder_290]

always add an alarm not just lock

[@yaxuen70]

i just got my heavy duty Kryptonite lock

[@Extra-yb2bd]

I live in Arab Country i keep it open and go 😂

[@ElectricWheelers]

Nice :)

[@flolou8496]

Helpful video, but not as helpful for those times (which is often the majority of the time) when there is nothing to lock the scooter , like a bike rack etc..., than your stuck with only the ability to use a large enough lock to lock the front wheel to back wheel, etc...and it still be picked up and carried away,

[@jeremywj]

Sad we have to worry about this so much :(

[@realsliva]

for real brother thats sad

[@Charity-cf8km]

Any scooters are expensive it should be locked at all times

[@ElectricWheelers]

I agree!

[@buddymacbuddington]

Cabel locks are very weak i wouldn't bother with them i personally use two u locks and a disc lock on the brake disk

[@kiiraudu3629]

❤❤❤

[@fatihyildirim4802]

I feel Finnish english accent 😃

[@DLlama]

If anyone has any recc. for quality security gear please comment! I got a new scooter but theft here is common & unprosecuted! Budget is unlimited! Safety is #1 for me! 👇 I just got a new NIU KQi3 Max and I LOVE it!! But I live in very large & busy cities where theft is everywhere & insurance is expensive! So when I must park my scooter, I want to use all 4 locks + digital + app + alarm 😂👍 But I don't know what to get! Many ppl recommend folding locks, but theives here are fast & professional. Power tools & lock picking are as common as opportunistic theft & vandalism from homeless. (Yes, I'm in both downtown Los Angeles & San Fransisco California, back & forth for work 😅) I will not leave it overnight, but 30min-1hr is likely if I can't bring it with me certain places. Trust me, that's long enough to be worried!! NYC is safer! Any lock/security product is worth it if they will protect my scooter!! So, please, tell me all your best lock & security products! I want real reviews from real people!

[@realsliva]

he sound like shulkercraft

[@pentiuman]

I got a lock that had 12345 as the default code. I left it at that, because it's so easy to remember. But it did occur to me that, because those numbers have to be lined up to join the two ends, if someone observed me forgetting to use the lock, they could simply look at the numbers (12345), and know my combination, and steal both the bike and the lock!

[@kiiraudu3629]

😮😮😂😂❤❤

[@Dean-t6j3x]

I dont understand why scooter companies dont make a locking point its super annoying

[@ElectricWheelers]

It is, I agree

[@BoiledMilkSteak7]

I wont lock it. I take it into stores.