May 18th, 2014, 01:18 PM | #1 |
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Name: Danny
Location: MA
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helmet lock sucks!!
Well, it's my first time ever using it and I have to say, it is poorly designed. First off the damn exhaust pipe is right next to it, so my helmet has to touch it, when the bike has just been running for an hour and is hot, I am afraid it will melt my helmet... Not only that, but I accidentally burnt myself (just for a second, not bad at all) trying to get the stupid helmet on the lock.
I know I'm not good at it yet, but it takes me (no lie) 5-10 minutes just to get it on.... Are there any ways I can fix this? Any parts I could buy, etc. To make life easier and hopefully avoid those exhaust pipes from burning my helmet, backpack, hand, etc.
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May 18th, 2014, 01:39 PM | #3 |
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Name: Danny
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I can't? It's not long enough.... Not to mention, there is an exhaust on each side lol?
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May 18th, 2014, 01:41 PM | #4 |
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Name: Danny
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I've been thinking about getting a cable lock and then just have the helmet sit on the ground next to the bike. Think that will work?
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May 18th, 2014, 02:35 PM | #5 |
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have you tried turning the helmet around? maybe do the strap up and then latch it onto the buckle
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May 18th, 2014, 03:05 PM | #6 |
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Name: Danny
Location: MA
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Figured out my solution, I bought a cable lock, I'll just wrap it around the handle on the back and lock my helmet/backpack that way.
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May 18th, 2014, 04:13 PM | #7 |
wat
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fwiw i never leave stuff on the bike. birds **** on it, kids **** with it, assholes **** it up. if its a bag it will get cut open. i just take my stuff with me
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May 18th, 2014, 06:07 PM | #8 |
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flip seat upside down. bolt. nut. whah-la. better helmet lock.
http://faq.ninja250.org/wiki/Can_I_l...wn_helmet_lock |
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May 19th, 2014, 03:38 PM | #9 | |
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Depending on where I park I take my stuff with me, chances are people will steal the whole bike before they just steal something out of a bag.
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May 28th, 2014, 06:12 PM | #10 |
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Name: Josh
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i did that bolt mod under the seat and well somehow it fell out lol so lock tight would be ideal.
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May 28th, 2014, 06:18 PM | #11 |
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Name: Kevin
Location: Stockton California
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Cable gun lock, available FREE from most police departments. Also available for $10-$12 at any sporting goods store or Walmart.
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June 21st, 2014, 10:09 AM | #12 |
That one guy
Name: Benjamin
Location: DFW, TX
Join Date: Jun 2014 Motorcycle(s): Green 2002 Ninja 250 Posts: 7
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This is a solution I made a few years ago and it's worked great. Took a piece of aluminum, drilled a bolt hole in it, and put it in a vice to make the 90 degree angles. Helmet hooks onto it and you can't access it without lifting the seat so it's completely secure.
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June 28th, 2014, 10:50 PM | #13 |
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Name: Brett
Location: Everett, WA
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I don't leave anything on the bike that I want to keep. People will just cut the strap and steal the helmet.
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June 29th, 2014, 06:03 PM | #14 | |
That one guy
Name: Benjamin
Location: DFW, TX
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I have locked up my helmet on the stock lock on every cruiser I've owned, and in 9 years riding I haven't had mine or heard of anyone else having theirs stolen. I think most people, even worthless thieves, realize that once you cut the strap the helmet is useless and you'll never be able to use or sell it. |
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