Would a thief be able to undo the front quick release skewer, release the rear strap, lift the bike off the front wheel, and then take the wheel?
1775289
The arm and rack both have locks, they are more of a deterrent a prevention. So yes, but if it is on the roof it would take quite a while to do that. You can always use cable lock and lock the bike to the roof rails.
1775290
If you buy the key lock kit, the front wheel will not be released easly... (But if thief has time, I believe so...).
1775291
Most likely something like that could be done. I don't rely on the locks, and take the bikes in the room when we travel. We cable the bikes the folding Wizard rack that we have if we park and go shopping or eat if we can't visually see the bikes. We have pricey bikes, and we regard this as a carrying device, not a foolproof antitheft mechanism.
71485
Mr. A,Unfortunately i do not have any experience with anything other than quick release on this machine (and on any of my bikes..U lock through rear wheel/frame).It does come with a quick release skewer which should take a minute or two to install.Sorry i can't be more help.
1242535
Probably not easily, although it wouldn't hurt for the cover to be lifted a bit if your lock has some latitude to it. The cover goes all the way over the bike. It's really up to you what you leave exposed.
277045
You may have to replace the skewer, I bought one for $10 at local bike shop as the one that came on the bike was too large to fit into quick release. When replacing lock the rear brakes on the bike and remove/insert the skewer, then the chain will not move.
2200838
Yes, if you look over the rear wheels, those are strap loops......I would not trust them to move the bike around though.
1727414
Maybe......There are different axle diameters and axle lengths. I would recommend going to a local bike shop. It's a $7 product on Amazon, but if you order the wrong one, it will take a week to replace with the proper quick release skewer. Even if your local bike shop charges $10-$15 for the skewer, I would pay the extra to make sure you get the proper one. You might even be able to talk the bike shop people into installing for you.
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Hi. Yes, I don't see why not. The nuts you see at the top of the triangle are wide enough to fix or hold on to the bike. My bike has levels to remove the wheels quickly. I did not bother with removing it, instead, I applied a strong grip and the bike holds just great.
18846
Yes , once I installed it on both my bikes I have never taken it off! I got two stock skewers for sale, lol!!:)
1707430
Hello,The bike I am using does not have quick release and I did not have to worry about this issue, but I believe the trainer comes with extra plastic adapters to use with your stock skewer. Sorry I can not be more direct, but I believe the description states the mounting system will take either quick release or bolt on rear wheels.
1785920
The lock accomplishes both tasks since the skewer must be unlocked to remove the bike, and to remove the skewer from the Viper, thereby making it possible to remove the Viper rack from the crossbar.
1493233
I would pull it. The front wheel is a bit small and it just works for me to pull it.
2153837
Hello,There is not. All the thief would have to do is cut the rope and they could take off with your bike. Sorry. Thank you.
2218652
it depends on your bike.mine had a quick release mechanism,so it could easily slip in. Then i had a quick adjustment to make it screwed down,so it cant be removed and stolen,easily
1999300
I'm pretty sure you can pull out the attachment, but you can also just untie them leaving only a small black loop. This bike is awesome, highly recommend
1844418
Not sure what you would do that unless somebody try to snatch it in your presence. Usually this is use while you are momentary away just like leaving a bike. If you don't leave your bike, no point of locking it. I bought three of these and they're pretty secure. Of course with heavy duty cutter can cut anything including a chain. It makes it harder for anyone to steal the one that has a secure lock. Choose the one exactly shown in the picture but compare prices.
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if you park the bike where somebody has the time to take your front wheel off , i would change where i parked it. thieves look for easy targets and do not care to get caught by some pissed off biker with a damn big gun, so my advice is to carry a big gun also.
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Hey Phil, I purchased this item and it includes a skewer and a front tire stand so bike will be level.The skewer is used if you have a rear quick release wheel. If you have a bike without a quick release, then you can use the screws on the trainer to tighten your rear wheel to the trainer. Its much easier this way because all you have to do is released the handle and bike is ready to ride. To use the skewer, you have to remove the quick release lever on your bike and install the trainer skewer. It is easy. I have a 29" and it fit fine. Now I use my 27" bike and I don't have to remove the quick release lever on my bike anymore. Hope this helps. SLIM-JIM Hey Phil, I purchased this item and it includes a skewer and a front tire stand so bike will be level.The skewer is used if you have a rear quick release wheel. If you have a bike without a quick release, then you can use the screws on the trainer to tighten your rear wheel to the trainer. Its much easier this way because all you have to do is released the handle and bike is ready to ride. To use the skewer, you have to remove the quick release lever on your bike and install the trainer skewer. It is easy. I have a 29" and it fit fine. Now I use my 27" bike and I don't have... » Read More Hey Phil, I purchased this item and it includes a skewer and a front tire stand so bike will be level.The skewer is used if you have a rear quick release wheel. If you have a bike without a quick release, then you can use the screws on the trainer to tighten your rear wheel to the trainer. Its much easier this way because all you have to do is released the handle and bike is ready to ride. To use the skewer, you have to remove the quick release lever on your bike and install the trainer skewer. It is easy. I have a 29" and it fit fine. Now I use my 27" bike and I don't have to remove the quick release lever on my bike anymore. Hope this helps. SLIM-JIM « Show Less