How to install a vintage frame lock

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In this video I’m going to explain how to install a vintage frame lock on your bicycle.

Frame locks, also known as ring locks, are the most user-friendly locks available for bicycles. Frame locks are usually found on normal city bikes and touring bikes, not road bikes, mtb’s, or even small children bikes.

You can recognize old frame locks because of their characteristic round form. And the rectangular keys with a short 90 degree angle at the end. Of course frame locks come in more varieties than the one just mentioned.

During the eighties frames started to accommodate these type of locks with dedicated frame bosses for easy installation. If you’re frame doesn’t have these bosses, because it’s too old, you’ll need special adapters and bolts to fit the lock. Although vintage frame locks are hard to find, these adapter sets are still made and sold.

Axa also sells newer types of frame lock mounts called flex mounts. They work the same way without the vintage look.

Adapter set: https://www.simson.eu/product/simson-ringslot-montageset--normaal-/
Flex mount: https://www.axasecurity.com/bike-security/en-gb/products/locks/8/55500395SC/axa-flex-mount-on-card

I've also written about blog post with more information. If you want to read this article go to https://www.restoration.bike/bike-restoration/how-to-install-a-vintage-frame-lock/

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