Abus U lock issue

Carnmore
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edited 7 July 2017 at 4:05PM in Public transport & cycling
I've mounted an Abus Granit X-Plus https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00H3T773O/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 on the frame of a Cube SL Road Pro.

It's a sturdy lock and mount but it rattles where the shackle slots in to the crossbar of the lock.

There doesn't seem to be a fix for this.

Is this normal? Has anyone had the same problem?

I can only find glowing reviews online and no mention of this issue.

Thanks in advance.
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  • zippychick
    zippychick Posts: 9,364 Forumite
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    Hi there, good luck getting it sorted. I've moved the thread to the relevant board for you


    Hi, we move threads if we think they’ll get more help elsewhere (please read the forum rule) so this post/thread has been moved to another board. If you have any questions about this policy please email [EMAIL="forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com"]forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com[/EMAIL].

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  • custardy
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    Look to using velcro/bungee straps to tie it down.
    Sure I had that lock a few years back and it did the same.
    IIRC i removed the mount and just bagged/panniered it.
  • Carnmore
    Carnmore Posts: 137 Forumite
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    custardy wrote: »
    Look to using velcro/bungee straps to tie it down.
    Sure I had that lock a few years back and it did the same.
    IIRC i removed the mount and just bagged/panniered it.

    It's where the ends of the shackle (pins) lock in to the crossbar so there's no way to tie it down.
  • esuhl
    esuhl Posts: 9,409 Forumite
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    I've always had problems with various D-locks rattling. I also carry the lock in my bag/panniers.
  • Johnmcl7
    Johnmcl7 Posts: 2,816 Forumite
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    esuhl wrote: »
    I've always had problems with various D-locks rattling. I also carry the lock in my bag/panniers.

    Yep, same here.

    John
  • Geoff1963
    Geoff1963 Posts: 1,088 Forumite
    How about some heatshrink sleeving ? A few hoops on the ends of the arm.
    Maybe some cable ties and foam ?

    Once you have something that works, you can make it look pretty.
  • esuhl
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    Has anyone tried one of those folding locks? They look like they might be a lot less susceptible to rattling. But they are a bit pricey, e.g.:

    http://www.wiggle.co.uk/abus-bordo-5900-folding-link-bike-lock-90cm/
  • Carnmore
    Carnmore Posts: 137 Forumite
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    esuhl wrote: »
    Has anyone tried one of those folding locks? They look like they might be a lot less susceptible to rattling. But they are a bit pricey, e.g.:

    http://www.wiggle.co.uk/abus-bordo-5900-folding-link-bike-lock-90cm/

    A folding lock could well be a good alternative. Not the one linked above though - the 6500 is better http://thebestbikelock.com
  • custardy
    custardy Posts: 38,365 Forumite
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    Geoff1963 wrote: »
    How about some heatshrink sleeving ? A few hoops on the ends of the arm.
    Maybe some cable ties and foam ?

    Once you have something that works, you can make it look pretty.

    From memory its the actual locking mechanism that has the play in it allowing the rattling.
  • Jackmydad
    Jackmydad Posts: 9,186 Forumite
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    Can you use some "Sugru" (no connection to me) to make a rubber buffer somewhere?
    It's a mouldable rubber that sets.
    https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_odkw=Sugu&_osacat=0&_from=R40&_trksid=m570.l1313&_nkw=Sugru&_sacat=0

    Don't know how the particular mechanism works so can't be more specific.
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