If you park your bike for long periods of time, perhaps even in unsafe areas, a cable for the frame lock is highly recommended. This is because a frame lock alone only locks the rear wheel and does not prevent the bike from being carried away.

This is where the tex-lock mate comes into play! Find out now how the flexible cable with insert pin, suitable for almost any frame lock, works and increases the security of your bike.

Risks if you only secure the bike with the frame lock

A frame lock blocks the rear wheel, which means that although the bike can no longer be ridden away, it can still be easily carried away. Bicycles that are only secured with a frame lock are therefore particularly easy pickings if they are left unattended for long periods of time or parked in unsafe neighbourhoods. Even opportunist thieves can quickly lift the bike and take it. Thieves do not even shy away from heavy e-bikes with a frame lock.

Bicycle insurance does not usually cover the financial loss incurred. This is because it requires a certified secure bicycle lock, with which the bicycle is locked to a fixed object.

Dark bicycle with sticker on frame is connected to railing with frame lock and grey textile insertion cable

Advantages and situations in which the bike immobiliser is sufficient

If the risk of theft is low, a frame lock alone can be sufficient and even particularly practical. For example, if the bike is only parked briefly and within sight or if it is located in a secured and monitored area - such as a fenced yard on a video-monitored company site.
Then the frame lock is a great way to secure your bike quickly.

It is also extremely practical because you always have it with you and can't forget it. You don't have to stow it away for transport and it usually doesn't rattle.

Different frame locks and their security levels

There are various frame locks that differ in their functionality and security level. Simple models, for example, lock the rear wheel with a key that can be removed either before or after locking. Modern or smart bike locks have additional protective functions such as GPS tracking and an alarm. These are the three most common variants on the market:

Frame locks with key

These are easy to use and probably the most common variant. At best, the key should only be removable when the bike is locked so that it is not accidentally left “unlocked”.

Frame locks with numerical code

The numerical code cannot be lost, but it can be forgotten. The lock then has to be picked, which is very tedious with high-quality models and usually renders the lock completely unusable.

Smart frame locks

Utilise technologies such as fingerprint sensors, Bluetooth and GPS tracking. The bike can often be locked and unlocked via an app or even receive alarm messages in the event of attempted theft.

How a frame lock chain additionally increases security

The combination of frame lock and plug-in chain offers double security: by securing the bike to a fixed object, the connecting chain not only protects it from being pushed away, but also from being carried away.

Another practical feature is that, unlike two different bike locks, only one key is required for this lock combination. It is important that the frame lock is compatible with the corresponding chain, as not every insert chain fits every frame lock.

Why the tex-lock mate is the best mortise cable for almost any frame lock

The insertion rope tex-lock mate was specially developed to increase the security of frame locks. The universal bolt made of hardened steel fits into all standard frame locks and is inserted through the rubberised metal eyelet at the other end of the textile cable when connecting.

The 120 cm long insertion cable can at least wrap around the frame, even wide e-bike frames, and secure it to a fixed object. In most cases, another component, such as the front wheel, can also be connected. The mate cable - just like the eyelet and orbit - is based on our patented HybridSecure™ Technology and therefore offers multiple protection:

  • The pleasantly soft surface reliably protects the paintwork from scratches.
  • The fibres underneath and the hardened steel core inside provide reliable resistance to bolt cutters, cutting tools and saws.
  • It looks stunningly chic on you and your bike - no matter which design you choose.

The mate insertion rope in combination with the I LOCK IT

The universal bolt of the tex-lock mate has been specially adapted for compatibility with the I LOCK IT frame lock. Together with the smart functions of the I LOCK IT, The result is a particularly practical, highly secure and extremely stylish combination of frame lock and insert chain that allows you to connect your bike with maximum flexibility and security.

If you need a texlock mate for your I LOCK IT frame lock, send an email to [email protected]. If you want to order it together with the I Lock It frame lock, you can order both directly here order.

Black e-bike is locked to a lamppost in the park with an I LOCK IT frame lock and black textile insert chain Bicycle with dark frame is connected to post with ILOCKIT frame lock and black textile extension cable

Conclusion: A mortise chain for the frame lock maximises security

Compared to the frame lock alone, the risk of theft is minimised with an additional adapter chain. significantly lower. This is because the bike is locked to a fixed object and not just locked using an immobiliser.

The texlock mate stands out from other insert chains thanks to its immense flexibility, remarkably light weight, universal compatibility with all standard frame locks, all-round paint protection and, last but not least, its exceptionally stylish design.

Regardless of whether you use an I LOCK IT or another frame lock - the texlock mate is the ideal insertion cable for additional theft protection.

We wish you a safe journey at all times!

Your tex-lock team

P.S.: E-scooters with a frame lock or integrated lock can also simply be carried away without an insertion chain. That's why we have developed the Egret mate by texlock together with Egret - the leading German manufacturer of premium e-scooters. Convince yourself of the mate (and eyelet) as a safe and reliable e-scooter. E-scooter lock guide.