- 4-Inch x 8-Inch
Product Description
5/8″ (16 mm) Through-hardened KryptoniumTM Steel shackle resists bolt cutters and leverage attacks. New Pik-safe disc-style cylinder- virtually pickproof. Includes versatile EZ Mount transportation bracket. $3000 (USD) Anti-Theft Protection available in the USA and Canada…. More >>
I bought one of these locks, and it worked great — until the key broke in the lock (rendering the lock useless and my bike attached to the stand).
Open inspecting the situation (and after five+ hours of self-blame), I realized that the keys are made of a very fragile metal. The key just wasn’t strong enough and no matter how “careful” the instructions tell you to be, the darn thing is bound to break.
While I’ll buy Kryptonite again, I’ll not buy this lock. I need both the lock and key to well-made.
Rating: 2 / 5
My one gripe is that the mounting bracket is not quite adequate. It probably works on every other kryptonite perfectly well. The NYC lock is just so heavy that it’s probably better to bungee it to a rear rack.
The advantage is that the lock is just not going to fail, period. Your bike is going to be where you locked it. Downtown Baghdad, wherever. One of the lighter models is probably good enough to meet most needs and is more transportable.
Rating: 4 / 5
I bought this lock because of Slate.com’s review of bike locks and this was the best according to their tests. The steel, silver looking clip is to attach it to your bike. I didn’t realize this until recently, the bike attachment feature is pretty great.
The lock comes with three keys and one has a light, which is pretty nice for unlocking and locking in the dark. For a week or so I had problems locking the lock. I could get my key in but I had trouble getting it out of the lock, when I locked the lock. I have a feeling this was a user error. Once I started using the lock holder this problem stopped. I suspect I was trying to take the key out at an odd angle or something. Either way, this problem stopped and I have had no other problems with this lock.
This lock also looks good, and it’s built well.
Rating: 5 / 5
Although no lock can protect your bicycle from a determined thief with enough time, the New York Std. will make it more likely that he will pass up your bike for an easier target. Its all about how and where you lock your bike. The New York Std. is a big/heavy lock, but I already knew that from reading the description. After mounting it in my triangle there was still enough room for my cage and water bottle. Having said that, I can tell you that this is one of the best bike locks on the market. Its superior quality is apparent from the moment you take it out of the package, and the mounting bracket, although made mostly of plastic, is sturdy and robust. The keys slide all the way in and release the shackle from the crossbar with no problems. Make sure your key is all the way in before you turn, but don’t force it! If your have to force it something is wrong, and you should call, email, or write [...] Your Kryptonite has a lifetime warranty, and if there are any defects they will fix or replace it free of charge! And if your bike is ever stolen because the lock failed, they will reimburse you for the base price of your bike*([...]). Of course you have to make sure that you sign-up for the *Anti-Theft offer and provide proof that the lock was defeated, but that is understandable. The Key Safe program, when you register, provides you with the first 2 replacement keys free of charge. The free keys are standard not the lighted. Before you purchase this lock I suggest that you visit Kryptonite’s website. You will learn about other great features that I didn’t mention here. I am very satisfied with this lock, but it’s only a lock. Use it in conjunction with other security devices available, be careful about where and how long you leave your bike, and maybe you won’t become another victim!! Pictures of my Mongoose Sabrosa 3×8, with the Krytonite New York Std. mounted on the frame, can be seen above by clicking “customer pictures”.
Rating: 5 / 5
I bought this lock to use when I’m out riding and want to leave my bike outside the shop for a bit. I have a Kryptonite New York Noose 1213 Chain Bicycle Lock with Evolution Series 4 Disc Lock Chain Bicycle Lock (4-Foot x 3-Inch) which I use for work. As in the bike is locked all day long away from where I can keep an eye on it and I wanted the best lock I could buy. But that lock is heavy! 8lbs! This one is heavy but not that much. In addition to this lock I also got a Kryptonite Kryptoflex 1004 Looped Bicycle Security Cable (10mm x 4-Foot) to lock the front wheel to the bike. So with a loop around the wheel and the pole, and this lock around the pole my bike is pretty theft proof. Nothing is perfect, thieves could still strip the parts but it’s a better lock than most other bike riders are using, so it deters people enough.
On this lock vs the noose, the chain is more flexible in that you can lock the front wheel and the bike to the pole with the same level of high security. The U part of the lock is smaller so it’s harder to pry it open. You can get a New York version of the small lock and if you live in the worst area for bike theft, I’d do that. But at 8lbs that chain without a set of panniers to hold it is bulky and a pain to transport.
On this lock, which size to get. I like this medium size, it’s big enough to go around the frame, the rear tire and a parking meter. The small one is just frame/tire size and the large one will also hold your front wheel, (if you take it off) but it’s getting up there in weight. Like goldie locks, medium is just right. If you are unsure, measure twice, order once.
On the mounting bracket. It sucks, which is why I gave this 4 vs 5 stars. I wouldn’t bother with the bracket, instead bungie it to your rack, or put it in your backpack/messenger bag.
On the key, yes they are thin, just be careful and don’t force it and you’ll be fine.
Rating: 4 / 5