Is there any way to lock the Velo gripper unit itself to prevent theft?
1842517
The only way I can think of to lock them in to prevent theft of the grippers themselves would be to run some round-stock (metal bar) through the hole in the tightening handles and drill holes for locks on each end of the bar. That would prevent a thief from being able to unscrew them once they are tightened.
1842518
No. You could just take it off and put it in your truck can. I don't think anybody going steal it anyways unless they know what it is. Because it doesn't look like anything worth stealing
1842519
We bought a ( two actually) long strong cable combination lock and run it through the pair of grippers, since we have two on each side of our truck. this probably wouldn't deter a very determined thief, but we feel better having them locked up.
2047468
I do not believe gator grip like tools would work on this. Remember none of these devices are "fool-proof" they just act as a deterrent to entice thieves to go somewhere else. I commute on a bike that is less then $500 in NYC and try not to lock overnight on the streets.
1336569
There isn't a locking mechanism with the rack. It's easy to use the usual bike cable lock looped through a bracket at the hitch, when leaving unattended. That's a secure fix for me.
574945
There is a latch for a small lock under the bars. You could also put a bigger lock on the handles which come together when box is closed.
2128479
I generally loop it through the underbike holes on the cover twice to remove some slack and then lock it by the kickstand. It's not the best locking system.
1256459
The unit you get from Amazon does have a locking mechanism..... it is the arm that you see in the top left of the picture.
1867475
Unfortunately there are no security locks on this rack to prevent your bikes from being stolen. Only fasteners to hold them in place.
2038498
If you have a thin lock cable you can slip it through the pivot or the handle bars (you can remove them)
544519
Unfortunately it does not lock. I have it mounted in a somewhat protected area so had not been a problem.
1844326
No don't remember one. I bought a lockable pin and have had no problems with it getting stolen. Also, the lockable pin kills all the wiggle, so there is no shimmying as you drive:Trimax T-3BLACK Premium 5/8" Key Receiver Lock Rugged BLACK epoxy powder coatThis Trimax pin is like $13 bucks, and totally worth it.
1893082
Not really theft proof but they do have a set screw that takes a small hex wrench. If you did not loosen the screw you probably could twist the valve stem caps off of the stem with some force. It might damage the stem the Tyredog caps or both. It sort of falls in the category of "Locks keep the honest people out". I would call it "Theft deterrent". Of course without the display unit that is inside the car the caps are useless and vice versa for you if the caps get stolen.
1504264
There is not a locking mechanism. I haven't thought of a great solution for this other than locking or zip-tying the zippers together. If someone really wants to steal it, there's not much you can do to stop them. However, it would be a little bit of a hassle to do so if it's attached at all 6 tie-down points. It is a fantastic travel device for my family, but I am probably going to build some kind of frame for it so that it stays erect with nothing in it.
1606381
You are right, it does notlook like the pocket lock system is offered any more. Try contacting VersaRack directly?
2267768
I gave this as a Christmas gift last year, and I don't remember if there was a way to put a lock on it or not.
1273162
Not this model, you'd have to get a separate lock to able to secure bikes or the rack itself. The RS model does have locks however, it might be worth checking that one out.
560769
Anyone can steal it if they tried. Just use extra lock tight and make sure it's very snug. You may have the wrong bolt.
811571
Turn it over twisted it, pushed it up and twisted it again to lock it. Hope this helps.