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Seat lock with panniers
- Subject: Seat lock with panniers
- From: Eric Sheley <eric@xxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Fri, 13 Aug 1999 11:29:20 -0400
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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