Which motorcycle alarm is best for delivery riders and couriers?

Let's be honest, a well-equipped thief takes only a few seconds to steal a motorcycle without a chain or lock.

In 2021 alone in Italy, more than 26,000 motorcycles were stolen, of which only 36% were later returned to their rightful owners. This is usually thanks to a GPS anti-theft system.

There are plenty of motorcycle locks and security systems on the market, however wheel locks and chains are often inconvenient to use, especially if you stop many times a day to make deliveries in residential or central areas.

So, how can you protect your scooter between deliveries?

In this article, we will discuss the best security systems and motorcycle locks available on the market, their pros and cons, and why they often prove ineffective for professional couriers.

THE PROBLEM WITH MOTORCYCLE CHAINS

The chain is certainly the oldest and most used security system in the world, tying our vehicle to a fixed object on the ground gives us a sense of security that few other systems can match. 

Even though any lock is more of a deterrent than a guarantee of protection, a good quality chain can be an excellent option to protect our vehicle.

However, chains are heavy and inconvenient to carry around the city. A courier or delivery rider spends more than 6 hours a day on a scooter, completing on average over 20 deliveries per day. It is not hard to understand that using a chain to protect one's vehicle is an unrealistic option.

Any lock is only useful as long as it is used, and unfortunately chains seem to be a security system poorly suited to the hectic life of a courier. 

ARE THERE OTHER MORE EFFECTIVE MOTORCYCLE LOCKS AND SECURITY SYSTEMS?

Are there alternative security systems to a chain? Certainly! We have compiled here a list of the easiest motorcycle locks to carry that might suit a professional courier. 

DISC LOCKS

A disc lock is nothing more than a lock designed to immobilize the motorcycle's brake disc. Once activated, it immobilizes the scooter's wheel, making it impossible to move the vehicle without first removing the lock. The only alternative for a thief would be to load the motorcycle onto a van or remove the disc lock with a grinder.

Both options tend to attract the attention of passersby, and generally thieves do not like this kind of attention.

THE DRAWBACKS OF DISC LOCKS

Similarly to what was said about chains, it is often impractical to take the lock out of the saddle and activate a disc lock every time you stop to make a delivery.

Often, they end up not being used due to lack of time, exposing your scooter to unnecessary risks.

Remember that a thief's best friend is a vehicle without locks.

D-LOCKS

The so-called D-Locks are locks named for their shape, which somewhat resembles the letter D. They are typically used to protect bikes more than motorcycles, but we are seeing strong growth among motorcyclists as well.

This type of lock is usually used on the front wheel and prevents its rotation by obstructing the spokes. Usually, this type of motorcycle lock does not allow anchoring the vehicle to an immovable object.

They are considered quite convenient to use because their D shape allows activation without getting your hands too dirty, unlike what often happens with traditional disc locks.

THE DEFECTS OF D-LOCKS

Their very particular shape makes them quite bulky.
This means that if you choose to use a D-lock to protect your vehicle, you would basically have to give up almost any space under the seat or in the top case.

Moreover, due to their shape, this type of motorcycle lock is particularly exposed to attacks with an electric angle grinder, a type of theft that is increasingly common nowadays.

CABLE LOCKS

Designed to be compact and easy to carry, cable locks work similarly to a chain.
However, being light and foldable on themselves, they tend to take up much less space and can be easily stored in the top case or under the seat below the helmet.

THE DEFECTS

Due to their very light nature, this type of lock is easily tampered with even by a poorly equipped thief.

Ideal for bikes, they are not the best solution for urban couriers.

BRAKE LOCKS FOR MOTORCYCLES

Designed to be applied to the vehicle's handlebar and immobilize the front brake lever, this type of mechanical motorcycle lock has achieved decent market success.
Their ease of use and small size definitely make them among the simplest deterrents to use.

THE DEFECTS OF BRAKE LOCKS

Due to their position, this type of lock is particularly easy to neutralize. An experienced thief takes only a few seconds to force this type of security system.

Moreover, given their operating method that activates the brake lever to immobilize the wheel, a well-equipped thief could simply decide to cut the brake lever and thus free the wheel's movement.

Certainly easy to use, but of little effectiveness against modern thieves.

STEERING LOCK

A standard accessory on most vehicles on the market today, the steering lock is certainly the minimum deterrent every motorcyclist should use even when stopping for the shortest breaks.
Simple to activate and deactivate, the scooter should never be parked without using it.

THE DRAWBACKS OF THE STEERING LOCK

Unfortunately, as useful as it is, a simple kick on the front wheel is all a thief needs to break the lock and push the scooter away without much difficulty. So never leave the vehicle unattended without an additional mechanical anti-theft device.

WHY EASYBLOCK IS THE BEST ANTI-THEFT DEVICE FOR COURIERS AND DELIVERY RIDERS

The EasyBlock wheel lock anti-theft device is a simple and effective solution to protect the scooter while working.

Unlike most motorcycle anti-theft devices listed in this article, EasyBlock offers the right balance between security and ease of use.

This made in Italy product is designed to be perfectly integrated with the bike's design and, once installed on the vehicle, does not need to be removed at every restart.

EasyBlock is activated with a strong press of the foot or through the special key and protects the bike by immobilizing the rear wheel with its solid steel pin that fits between the spokes of the wheel. 

HOW EASYBLOCK WORKS

It is possible to purchase EasyBlock through our website and receive the product directly at home. Alternatively, you can consult the map of our authorized dealers throughout Italy here.

Installing EasyBlock is very simple, and any mechanic can mount the product by following our installation tutorials available on the website.

Once the device is installed, it will always be with you, so you will have no more excuses for leaving your scooter without an anti-theft device.

Simply activate EasyBlock using your foot or the special key, and you can make that fifth delivery without fear of not seeing your bike again.

In conclusion, the most important thing for a courier or delivery rider is to know that your scooter is safe every time it makes a delivery. For this reason, there is a need to use an anti-theft device that is simple to activate and does not force us to waste precious time.

EasyBlock was created precisely out of this need and is therefore the ideal anti-theft device for urban couriers.