Seat lock with panniers

[Eric Sheley <eric@xxxxxxxxxx>]

Well, as Tim just mentioned, removing the seat with panniers on is no fun 
at all.

On Sunday while riding with some friends it finally came to a head. I 
attempted to open my seat to get my bike lock out, but as I still had my 
gloves on there was no chance. So pull of the gloves, bend over fumble a 
bit and drop the keys twice, but still not be able to get the key in the 
lock. At this point I get the "Are you coming or are you going to sit in 
the sun while we eat?" from the Buell riders (nothing worse than an insult 
from a Buell rider...)

So after unlocking and sliding the pannier I was able to get my lock ......

Sunday afternoon I decided that I was done. I have a really nice helmet 
lock made by Mr King but can't use it because it is such a PITA to get the 
seat off.

So I moved the seat lock.....

Because of having to remove a couple of the pannier support brackets 
temporarily the installation will probably take 1 to 2 hours (although with 
instructions it may be quicker) and will require some drilling. What you 
are left with is a usable lock (even with gloves on) that you could find 
even in the dark  (and in a spot that I feel doesn't detract from the looks 
of the bike).

Anyone interested?

- - Eric




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