Motorcycle Cable Locks - Quantum Cuff Lock Model #8295

This is currently my carry-all-the-time lock on my Sun EZ-1 recumbent bike. The cuff is large enough to fit around a wheel or around some anchors such as bike racks or parking meters. The cable is quite long, 6', which is enough - even with my extra-long recumbent bike - to loop through my rear wheel, frame, a stationary object, and then get the cuff locked onto my front wheel. The thickness of the cable makes it among the strongest bicycle lock cables available. The length of the cable lets me use some objects as anchors that would be impossible for a U-lock or a short cable, such as the support pillars of an underground parking garage. Like any cable, it can be cut by anyone with a proper clipper, but with the cuff locked around a wheel the bike still could not be simply ridden away and unless the thief is built like a football player my heavy and bulky EZ-1 isn't getting carried very far. Nothing short of an angle grinder is going to get through the cuff and leverage attacks are all but impossible since there isn't any room inside the cuff to get a jack or crowbar. The links between the cuff and the cable, tough as they are, might get compromised but no thief would bother trying to do that instead of cutting the much easier-to-cut cable. I consider this to be sufficient security for most stops I make when on my recumbent (post office, supermarket, Starbucks, public restroom, etc.) but when I go to the movies or otherwise know I'm going to leave the bike unattended for more than a few minutes I bring a U-lock, too, because no cable is really secure for even brief parking in high-risk zones or long-term parking anywhere. Locking up is easy and fast; the key is required only to unlock the lock, not to lock it. Just remember to push in the cylinder of the lock to actually lock it. This is obvious and covered in the instructions but I suppose it might be easy to overlook or to forget at first. I had some trouble unlocking the lock the first few weeks. A few deep breaths so that I worked it more slowly and deliberately got the job done. A little lubrication with graphite seems to have helped, too, as I haven't had such trouble since. I think most of the initial difficulty was just my unfamiliarity with the lock and the rush I was often in during those couple of weeks trying to unlock my bike and get back on my way. The cable is not one of those self-coiling types; I prefer this type because self-coiling cables can be a pain to thread through the bits of a bike. The cable on this is so thick it would be hard to imagine it being made as a self-coiling cable. I just loop it a few times around itself and then throw it into the briefcase-size bag which hangs on the back of the seat of my EZ-1. When I need extra space in that bag for books or groceries or whatnot, I just loop it around the seat frame; a "normal" bike wouldn't have this option but one could always carry it on top of a rack or inside a pannier or even around your neck / over your shoulder. It is pretty darn heavy, though: About 4lbs, which is very close to the Kryptonite "New York" top-security U-locks, although still far lighter than any proper chain. Note that while the cuff looks like the cuff from a pair of police handcuffs, it has only one locking position. Older versions of certain models of Master Lock "Street Cuffs" had multiple locking positions but they aren't made this way anymore. After examining both types, I think that the newer one-position models are a little stronger while the older multiple-position models can be locked onto slightly larger objects (and I've heard some people describe them as "cooler" than the one-position versions). Frankly, the very slightly larger possible locking position of the multiple-position model isn't a big advantage (and I don't care about "cooler" as these are bike locks, not something I use to impress my friends or use as a "toy") and the extra strength of the one-position model isn't enough stronger for me to care which type I might get. You shouldn't worry about it, either. Part of the deterrence you get from this lock and the other Master Lock "Street Cuffs" locks is their appearance and superficial design: A thief looking at one of these things just has to be thinking "handcuffs" so the association might help to encourage such scum to move on to another target. The cuffs are also relatively rare compared to other types of bike locks and most thieves will prefer to attack locks that they're familiar with defeating. I really think this lock is absolutely perfect for my needs for most of the trips I take with my EZ-1. I'd like to see Master Lock produce it in two more versions: One with an even longer cable for use with long wheelbase (LWB) recumbents and cargo bikes, and one with a shorter cable for more convenient use with "normal" diamond-frame bikes and short wheelbase (SWB) recumbents. 6ft really is perfect for my EZ-1 compact long wheelbase (CLWB) recumbent. Please note, though, that because it is mostly a cable it is NOT a primary lock for even brief parking in a high-risk area or anywhere for long-term parking; it is a great primary for quick stops as I described above or as a secondary to a really strong U-lock such as the Kryptonite "New York" locks. I might pair this lock with Master Lock's 2-link Street Cuffs (I think it's the 8200D model), which are almost as secure as a top-end U-Lock; but not quite as nothing except VERY heavy and properly-constructed chains are better than a top-end U-Lock.

Are you a cyclist? While this street cuff was designed for a motorcycle, I got to tell you it is awesome for locking up your bicycle--better than anything you will find in the bicycling store. I believe it is superior to anything I have used (And trust me I have used everything out there) for the following reasons: 1. It has the thickest metal cable I have seen. It would be very difficult for someone to cut. The cable is also extremely long, which means you can lock your bike to just about any object or tree no matter how thick. 2. The cuff itself is also thick and pretty much indestructible. Yet it is easy to open and close in a short amount of time. And there is a button on the cuff that you must push to lock it. What this means is you can leave the cuff unlocking in your bike bag when not in use and when you do lock the bike, it saves you the step of having to unlock the cuff before you secure it to your bike (just don't forget to push the button before you leave the bike). 3. The cuff itself is also very large, allowing you to lock it around one of the support bar on your bike. This mean you aren't wasting time fishing the cable through your bike frame to lock it up. You just looped the cable around the tree, feed the cuff hrough the metal loop, lock the cuff to a support beam on your bike, push the lock button and walk away. Awesome product!

i doubt that anyone will ever break through this, because it's so HEAVY duty. I mean, it's literally heavy. I use this for my bicycle (perhaps a little overkill, but it's a nice bike) and I carry it in my backpack, and boy do I feel the weight as I ride. In the plus side, I feel safe when in use, and I can lock several bikes together (mine plus 1-2 more), and by doing so, I don't even have to use a post to tie them to.

At first, the locking mechanism was somewhat confusing, but once you get the hang of it, it works great. I usually wrap it around a tree and then place the cuff around my Honda Ruckus and snap the locking mechanism down and you are good to go. Working in tandem with a second locking device, you are pretty well protected. The cable is heavy duty and so is the cuff. I imagine a professional thief with the proper tools will defeat this lock, but the average guy on the street will not have much luck. I am concerned if the locking mechanism were to not engage/disengage but I guess I will cross that bridge if it ever needs crossing. I have a bag I put the lock in since it is a bit cumbersome, but it is worth bringing with you and worth putting on your bike. So far, this is the best product I have bought for my scooter other than the scooter itself.

Good product, I got it to secure my portable satellite dish to my RV. it works great. Very heavy duty. The lock is different, you have to turn the key and remove the key. A button pops up in the middle of the lock where the key is inserted. You close the cuff and push the button in to lock.

I looked at a lot of options and reviews and this lock really is the perfect lock for my needs. My Scooter only weighs about 200 lbs so it's an easy steal...or was. The length is perfect for finding street signs, etc to attach too. The Lock is SOLID and a bit hard to get used to at first but still worth it. Highly recommended.

On the face of it, the lock appears well made and offers some convenience and flexibility for attachment. Unfortunately, the barrel lock failed in the locked position and refused to release. Although the barrel lock worked and rotated appropriately, the spring-loaded internals that actually bind the shackle in place were firmly obstructed and refused to release. End result - I was stranded far from home with a securely locked bike that could not be moved. This is not a one-off failure - others have posted here with this identical failure mode. There is no remedy but to cut the lock free -- on site. The shackle cut without difficulty once rescue tools and personnel arrived. This gets a security rating of (1) and an inconvenience rating of (-100). The consequences of a hopelessly locked vehicle should discourage anyone from buying this lock. Considering the reported failures, even a low probability of occurrence is simply not worth the risk of being stranded with the trouble and expense of needing to break the vehicle free.

I travel with a motorcycle and small trailer. Leaving my trailer in camp while I mosey into town for the evening foolishness always worried me. Now the bad guys have to take a tree if they want my trailer. It fits the tongue perfectly and is long enough to hug a good sized tree. The "handcuff" takes a couple minutes to learn the manipulation thereof, but once that is mastered it is very fast to slam on or take off. (One must always maintain their coolness when preparing to take off in public on a motorcycle.) Brake disk locks seem to me an opportunity for terminal mortification. I realize that a seriously determined bad guy could probably defeat this lock, but the resulting flurry would surely draw much unwanted attention. I'm counting on the bad guy moving on to the schmuck that didn't lock down his trailer.

I use this lock on my E-Bike. It's very easy to use and allows you many options when connecting it to a secure pole/post. The lock as a thick rubber shielding to protect your bike which covers a thick steel cable...very hard to cut!. It is a bit big...but...I'd rather have a lock that's thick and big for the obvious security reasons. I have only used the lock in the winter months so far, andI have yet to have any issues with the lock mechanism or any part of the lock itself. I highly recommend this lock. Londondawg

strong, fast shipping and great quality

Works really great. No complaints.