Review of the Abus Sledg 77 motorcycle brake disc lock and why buying a stronger, more expensive lock is pretty pointless ALL ROCKETMAN AFFILIATE LINKS & DISCOUNT CODES: rocketman-motorcycles.com/disc...
I got this one. It’s also rated very highly by the “Lock Picking Lawyer” on TH-cam, and that’s a rare thing! Happy with my choice since my bikes still mine. 😜
I use an Oxford boss or nemesis mini lock through my rear sprocket which happens to have holes cut in, this I'm sure will take a while to cut through due to the chain and sprocket being in the way and taking the rear wheel out is a more tricky process if they go that route
@@jeanpaultomaz6111 detecto 8077 is the best lock, if someone try to remove the wheel or put bike on van it will activate alarm, my friend lost key and we had to remove lock, it was few minutes of grinding with an angle grinder, it was enough for the police to show up
@@jeanpaultomaz6111 it was max 5 minutes with very good grinder and disc but lock was on wrong side and front disc so it was easier and it was very noise, you would easly hear alarm and grinder from home. It's not mine but you can look at this video th-cam.com/video/3m2hCDblvac/w-d-xo.html
How is the Yamaha Tenere 700 going. I want to buy a motorcycle and I am undecided between it and the KTM 790 adventure R. What do you think?Thanks for your video and good advice.
I'm between this one and a granit quick maxi. I feel the granit can be a bit more versatile, and is a bit cheaper, but the sledg 77 is apparently more secure. What do you think?
I must say after barely two years there is inside small pin preventing the "hook" to come off. It broken in mine and Abus was not willing to replace it... disappointed. Becuase of that the whole mechnism jumps out with internal balls. Would I buy again - rather not.
That's disappointing. I have had mine for about 3 years and not encountered any problems, although I have had one or two comments similar to yours from other viewers.
@@RocketMan_Moto I can use still but I must be careful and not to put away too much this "hook". Inside are three metal ball bearings - you can imagine me finding three metal polished little things all over the common garage - trust me, the area you think they might have rolled is x3 of your imagination suggests
Is the yellow not a higher degree of protection its the Web version with a protection rating of 20? The rubber looks different on them seems to be loads of different types I'm in the process of trying to but one and I need one for Friday. What is the size of the gap when the pin is closed the inside distance between the pin and the body of the lock? . I stopped your video when you had the tape measure out it looked around 55mm inside am I right about that it's just so it will fit on my disk.
I rode in England for 15 years and the last 30 in California. There are several reasons why this is preferable: better weather, canyon and coast roads where there are few cops, but one that I often forget is the greater level of honesty. I never use locks on my bikes. I use soft bags and leave stuff in them all the time. Lacking helmet locks (why did manufacturers stop fitting them?) I usually leave it on a mirror. A friend who visited UK complained about petty thieving, from bike lights up, something I had forgotten.
@@RocketMan_Moto nearly 3 years, mostly just in the garage, no mud, no dust, nothing, it's even clean actually, I just wanted to put it back on the disk and while I was preparing it dropped on the ground, the inner element fell off and 3 metal balls that were underneath...
@@grossibp Hmm, that is pretty bad. It sounds as if you were using the lock in 'perfect conditions', like me... I hope I don't have similar issues down the line. If ever Abus grace you with an explanation, perhaps you could post your thoughts here? Ride safe :)
@@RocketMan_Moto Hi again, so I got angry enough to think about this locker and I repaired it myself. Basically I won't buy new one, this is good. I make you some pictures and on what to pay attention when using. It's a weak point but not making the security smaller. Uf.
![[1004] Abus Granit Sledg 77 Picked (X-Plus Core)](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/1D_vCWzX_Rw/mqdefault.jpg)
I got this one. It’s also rated very highly by the “Lock Picking Lawyer” on TH-cam, and that’s a rare thing! Happy with my choice since my bikes still mine. 😜
I use an Oxford boss or nemesis mini lock through my rear sprocket which happens to have holes cut in, this I'm sure will take a while to cut through due to the chain and sprocket being in the way and taking the rear wheel out is a more tricky process if they go that route
Absolutely - although installation is a bit more awkward, it makes much more sense to fit a lock/chain to the rear wheel. Ride safe :)
Excellent review, i have the Abus Detecto 8077 very similar and great lock with a strendous alarm.
Thanks for your words of encouragement, Jean Paul. Yes, Abus makes some great locks. Ride safe :)
@@RocketMan_Moto Ride safe and good roads.
@@jeanpaultomaz6111 detecto 8077 is the best lock, if someone try to remove the wheel or put bike on van it will activate alarm, my friend lost key and we had to remove lock, it was few minutes of grinding with an angle grinder, it was enough for the police to show up
@@czaja995 Indeed a great lock, just for curiosity, you were able to cut it with just a few minutes of angle grinding it?
@@jeanpaultomaz6111 it was max 5 minutes with very good grinder and disc but lock was on wrong side and front disc so it was easier and it was very noise, you would easly hear alarm and grinder from home. It's not mine but you can look at this video th-cam.com/video/3m2hCDblvac/w-d-xo.html
I think the lock shackle being situated on the inside is just so you can pivot the shackle around the disc for easier removal when unlocked.
You’re probably right
How is the Yamaha Tenere 700 going. I want to buy a motorcycle and I am undecided between it and the KTM 790 adventure R. What do you think?Thanks for your video and good advice.
I much prefer the Ténéré to the KTM, which I found a bit too uncomfortable and extreme.
Great review! Is this lock also fitting on your Trident 660 (front and back disc), and can you carry it under the seat?
Thanks. Yes, it works on both discs on the Trident. Unfortunately too big to carry under the seat, however :(
@@RocketMan_Moto many thanks for the info! I guess fitting a lock under the seat of a naked bike is nowadays generally quite a challenge :(
There was just enough space under the seat of my Trident for a mini multitool :(
Wow didn’t know James may was doing this video
I'm between this one and a granit quick maxi. I feel the granit can be a bit more versatile, and is a bit cheaper, but the sledg 77 is apparently more secure. What do you think?
I don’t know the Granit, sorry
I must say after barely two years there is inside small pin preventing the "hook" to come off. It broken in mine and Abus was not willing to replace it... disappointed. Becuase of that the whole mechnism jumps out with internal balls. Would I buy again - rather not.
That's disappointing. I have had mine for about 3 years and not encountered any problems, although I have had one or two comments similar to yours from other viewers.
@@RocketMan_Moto I can use still but I must be careful and not to put away too much this "hook". Inside are three metal ball bearings - you can imagine me finding three metal polished little things all over the common garage - trust me, the area you think they might have rolled is x3 of your imagination suggests
Is the yellow not a higher degree of protection its the Web version with a protection rating of 20? The rubber looks different on them seems to be loads of different types I'm in the process of trying to but one and I need one for Friday. What is the size of the gap when the pin is closed the inside distance between the pin and the body of the lock? . I stopped your video when you had the tape measure out it looked around 55mm inside am I right about that it's just so it will fit on my disk.
Not sure, I'll have to measure it, but it fits on all my bikes except the scooter.
@@RocketMan_Moto I got one and it fitted cheers 👍
When you say it’s a mid range disc lock. What in your opinion is a High end disc lock ?
Abus and others do locks costing twice the price, with Bluetooth connectivity.
I use an Abus Granite.
Does it fit on the Trident? If you still have it :)
Yes, it fits. The problem is that there's nowhere to carry it. No space under the seat :(
this one or the Granit victory Xplus 68??????
Am trying to decide between those too. What'd you get??
Lock the front wheel or the rear one? Always the same question... and all answers have their pros and their cons... Hard.
Rear wheel is better if you can. This particular disc lock is probably too large for many rear wheels, though
I rode in England for 15 years and the last 30 in California. There are several reasons why this is preferable: better weather, canyon and coast roads where there are few cops, but one that I often forget is the greater level of honesty. I never use locks on my bikes. I use soft bags and leave stuff in them all the time. Lacking helmet locks (why did manufacturers stop fitting them?) I usually leave it on a mirror. A friend who visited UK complained about petty thieving, from bike lights up, something I had forgotten.
Bike (bicycles & motorbikes) theft in the UK, especially London, is terrible. Fortunately, here in Portugal crime is very low. Stay safe :)
Mine broke in 2 pieces with 3 small metal balls... I can't wait for the explanation from ABUS... ao angry how it broke... "German" quality? :/
Wow, sorry to hear that. How long had you been using it before it disintegrated?
@@RocketMan_Moto nearly 3 years, mostly just in the garage, no mud, no dust, nothing, it's even clean actually, I just wanted to put it back on the disk and while I was preparing it dropped on the ground, the inner element fell off and 3 metal balls that were underneath...
@@grossibp Hmm, that is pretty bad. It sounds as if you were using the lock in 'perfect conditions', like me... I hope I don't have similar issues down the line. If ever Abus grace you with an explanation, perhaps you could post your thoughts here? Ride safe :)
@@RocketMan_Moto Hi again, so I got angry enough to think about this locker and I repaired it myself. Basically I won't buy new one, this is good. I make you some pictures and on what to pay attention when using. It's a weak point but not making the security smaller. Uf.
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Yeah it's great....unless it doesn't fit your bike. Then you have a really expensive door stop.
That can be said of all accessories, surely? Obviously check first to make sure the holes in your bike’s disc can accommodate the pin!
Use 2 of them! One on each wheel!
Great protection, but a bit awkward to carry around 😊
These locks are ok, but keep in mind that you can load a motorcycle onto a trailer and steal it that way.
Of course
Get a tracker as well