1st post. Vendor! Hi!

For AAA batteries, I just use rechargeables. It feels a bit better! :)
For your usage (ie locked bike kept within eyesight, hopefully not in a theft-riddled neighbourhood), those alarms might suffice.
(I'm assuming that the bar scenario you're describing has to do with someone _innocently_ touching the bike.)
Yes, usually me moving it or getting ready to leave and forget the alarm is on. Then I get those looks. You know, those loooks!!
 
what I want is auto arm and unarm with my phone when it is near and away. I want to be lazy. I have one of the cheap ones and the remote sucks. I have a good ABUS lock with an alarm too but it ca nee fun unlocking it in time. They did have an alarm with built it AirTag but the alarm was only 85db. but hone connected to your phone you just had to push a button to arm it or unarm it.
 
I guess I wasn't clear that a "well engineered" alarm was needed. I discount all the 120db ones that you mention also as basically ineffective and glad you have upped the bar for yours. Also apologize for not reading between the lines about your status as the "man".

Unfortunately where I live any type of loud alarm would not be helpful as there is no one around to hear it. We do have proximity notification alarms to our devices installed though.
Much thanks!
Perhaps the Skunk Lock for your situation? ... I was half-joking when I wrote that; but, upon reflection, being away from other people might make that an advantage for that lock.
Or brake-lever locks? Don't know; _you_ know your (parking) context better than me.
As a rule: It's always better to aim to _hassle_ them than to aim to defeat them ie the thieves.
 
what I want is auto arm and unarm with my phone when it is near and away. I want to be lazy. I have one of the cheap ones and the remote sucks. I have a good ABUS lock with an alarm too but it ca nee fun unlocking it in time. They did have an alarm with built it AirTag but the alarm was only 85db. but hone connected to your phone you just had to push a button to arm it or unarm it.
I hear ya Foof. My cheapie complete with remote control has a limited range and the alarm also goes off randomly once in awhile without the bike being touched. The next time the batteries crap out, I probably scrap the cheap alarm. It's annoying wasting good zip ties...
 
Yes, usually me moving it or getting ready to leave and forget the alarm is on. Then I get those looks. You know, those loooks!!
Oh, I see: The post-pub scenario! :)
On the one hand, mine'll scare the crap out of everyone--if the context has been spooking it. On the other hand, because the device is very visibly _on_ the lock, even a liquor-after-wine returnee won't miss it! :-0
 
I hear ya Foof. My cheapie complete with remote control has a limited range and the alarm also goes off randomly once in awhile without the bike being touched. The next time the batteries crap out, I probably scrap the cheap alarm. It's annoying wasting good zip ties...
they are so bulky too cheap made and break both the alarm and the remotes. buttons get pushed accidentally so the arm is set when I dont have the fob with me.
 
what I want is auto arm and unarm with my phone when it is near and away. I want to be lazy. I have one of the cheap ones and the remote sucks. I have a good ABUS lock with an alarm too but it ca nee fun unlocking it in time. They did have an alarm with built it AirTag but the alarm was only 85db. but hone connected to your phone you just had to push a button to arm it or unarm it.
Then mine won't fit. There is no app or tracking. Its focus is on trying to _prevent_ the theft.
Yes, the cheap ones ... well, depending upon how cheap it is, might use the same remote for multiple samples!
Yes, there is a trade-off between convenience and security. Habits/Routines have a lot to do with that choice; but new routines can be established. Personally, I fear that feeling of my heart sinking in my chest, when I step outside, and don't see my bike!
 
I hear ya Foof. My cheapie complete with remote control has a limited range and the alarm also goes off randomly once in awhile without the bike being touched. The next time the batteries crap out, I probably scrap the cheap alarm. It's annoying wasting good zip ties...
:) It appears to randomly go off, because it has no intelligence. The manufacturer configures the electronics to be at a certain level of sensitivity. Sometimes, they provide a mechanism for you to do the same. But, live analysis (ie intelligence) is required.
Furthermore, with intelligence (ie an actual computer, running software), you can get a sense of the parking session: Early on, the system is much more hyper, because it is most distrustful of the parking spot. It can detect sneaky, weasely attacks that go-on slowly.
 
Then mine won't fit. There is no app or tracking. Its focus is on trying to _prevent_ the theft.
Yes, the cheap ones ... well, depending upon how cheap it is, might use the same remote for multiple samples!
Yes, there is a trade-off between convenience and security. Habits/Routines have a lot to do with that choice; but new routines can be established. Personally, I fear that feeling of my heart sinking in my chest, when I step outside, and don't see my bike!
they dont share the same remote code I have two of the same and needed two remotes. two of the same remotes was a real pain. but having a auto alarm would really helps in making sure it is ready to go. I mean for me to ride my bike I have to get dressed put on my heart rate monitor unlock my garage take the bike out (one key works for my bike locks battery locks and garage lock) lock up the garage then put the battery in using the key then turn on the system. and what's usual turn off and on the bluetooth as it dies not always connect to the HRM. check the tires and turn on the Garmin. the Garmin turns on the Garmin radar and used to turn on front and back lights too. I went to a wheel light that turned on automatically because I would forget to turn it on till I was riding. I need more simple.
 
they dont share the same remote code I have two of the same and needed two remotes. two of the same remotes was a real pain. but having a auto alarm would really helps in making sure it is ready to go. I mean for me to ride my bike I have to get dressed put on my heart rate monitor unlock my garage take the bike out (one key works for my bike locks battery locks and garage lock) lock up the garage then put the battery in using the key then turn on the system. and what's usual turn off and on the bluetooth as it dies not always connect to the HRM. check the tires and turn on the Garmin. the Garmin turns on the Garmin radar and used to turn on front and back lights too. I went to a wheel light that turned on automatically because I would forget to turn it on till I was riding. I need more simple.
Yeah, I understand. You need an integrated solution ie a single brand's. Something like one from Bosch I saw a video for, recently. ... This one, perhaps:
(I hope I'm allowed to post URLs.)
 
Yeah, I understand. You need an integrated solution ie a single brand's. Something like one from Bosch I saw a video for, recently. ... This one, perhaps:
(I hope I'm allowed to post URLs.)
ya I saw that .I could lock my motor now with my bosch system. I dont really care about GPS is a doubt the cops would use it to find your bike. I just want a good alarm that is auto. I know my weakness and need some automation.
 
ya I saw that .I could lock my motor now with my bosch system. I dont really care about GPS is a doubt the cops would use it to find your bike. I just want a good alarm that is auto. I know my weakness and need some automation.
Hmm. You mentioned a Garmin, so I assumed GPS.
Yeah, cops rarely show up to recover your tracked bike for you.
Have fun!
 
I saw a person post on the bosch forum how he found a Kiox on a mountain bike trail if it was a gen 4 bike and he used the lock feature his bike wil be locked unless the person gets the kiox back.
 
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