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Old 04-05-2012, 06:33 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Default Tired of carrying my helmet around.

When I installed my throw over saddle bags, they covered up my helmet lock. Anyone have any ideas or suggestions on a good place to mount a new one?
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Old 04-05-2012, 07:00 PM   #2 (permalink)
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I just hang mine on the mirror, have for 7yrs.
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they make a stud for the Ft Brake Lever that you can lock to and I never lock my Helmet anyway
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I bought a sissy bar for mine and use a Master lock with 5 letters and numbers.
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When I installed my throw over saddle bags, they covered up my helmet lock. Anyone have any ideas or suggestions on a good place to mount a new one?
I had the same problem and bought this:

Kuryakyn License Plate Helmet Lock w/Mount - Universal

Kury makes cheaper helmet locks that attach to any round bar on the bike.

Here's one: Kuryakyn Chrome Universal Helmet Lock (Each)
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like old dad said,i just sit mine on my mirror and walk away..if someones gonna steal your helmet they will,and if they want it bad enough..especially just to p1$$ the rider off theyll cut the strap if its locked anyhow.
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I had the same problem and bought this:

Kuryakyn License Plate Helmet Lock w/Mount - Universal

Kury makes cheaper helmet locks that attach to any round bar on the bike.

Here's one: Kuryakyn Chrome Universal Helmet Lock (Each)
That,s Genius!!!!! Thanks man. I'll definitely check these out!
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Old 04-05-2012, 07:50 PM   #8 (permalink)
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like old dad said,i just sit mine on my mirror and walk away..if someones gonna steal your helmet they will,and if they want it bad enough..especially just to p1$$ the rider off theyll cut the strap if its locked anyhow.

That is true. A lock will only keep the honest people honest. Still, I live in the city and usually can park relatively close to any store or business. It'll be nice to lock the helmet properly.
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Simple, easy, cheap... small luggage lock. Just big enough to fit over your brake or clutch lever and when locked can't go past the ball on the end of the lever. Use the D ring to lock the helmet to the lever. You can even leave the lock on the lever while riding.
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Those are cool. I have the same problem with my helment lock. I going to see if i can move the one one the bike to the licence plate.
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