M-WaveFrame Lock with Cable Ring Loop, Black, 5 feet x 10 mm

I had an old bike that had a Pletscher plate (style) seat-stay connection. I believe that is from the 70's or 80's when Pletscher dominated the bike rack market and many manufacturers welded a Pletscher plate as seat stay enforcement.It looks to have holes for cantilever brake mounting, not sure - it doesn't say that is what they are there for, but I assume they have a cantilever mount model and just used the same tooling for this. So you might be able to mount it that way, but the 2 screws for the Pletscher plate can't be removed. Looks like just lag-screws, but the frame is riveted, so you can't take em out. Might be able to cut them but then you will have the head rattling in the frame. Not sure, I'd advise against buying this model if you don't have the Pletscher style bracket on your frame.I don't think you can mount this to a V-brake - V-brake braze on's seem too low on the frame, much lower than cantilever brakes, I do not believe that could fit.Just a PS, some manufacturers (i.e. Abus) offer mounting straps for framelocks on bikes that don't have cantilever mounts for their/Abus cantilever mount frame locks. That should work for this one as well. But it's another $20 (as expensive as this lock) and that is assuming that the holes in the lock are indeed cantilever mount holes from a/the cantilever variant of this lock, the packaging doesn't say anything about cantilever mounting of this model - this is a Pletscher plate model as the description points out - and if it works, keep in mind the Pletscher mounting bolts are not removable and might be in the way or remaining heads in the lock after cutting (I don't think the bolts are hardened, I'm pretty sure a hacksaw can easily cut 'em)!

I hadn't seen this type of lock, until about a month ago, when I started looking for a different, yet CONVENIENT locking system. I found out that 'frame locks' are used a lot, over in Europe. BUT ... they are mainly used when just stopping off for a few minutes at their OUTDOOR pub, or grabbing an item in their local market. They are NOT used for overnight, outdoor lock-ups. Good locks, but I would NEVER just use this to lock up my +$800 mt. bike, if it was out of sight from me.Every summer, I ship my mt. bike to Hilton Head Island, where I spend +3 hrs. a day riding. This lock works perfect, for what I need. I keep the included cable in my hydration backpack, and wrap it around the nearest pole, loop it thru my frame, plug it into the frame lock. I ALSO close the frame lock itself. Works great, as most folks haven't seen these locks, and it does what I need .... DISCOURAGE someone from grabbing my bike, while I grab something for 2 minutes, at a nearby store. I've used mine for several months, and found it works like I thought. I STRICTLY use it for short duration stops, or while locking up with a group of other riders. But never overnight, outdoors. A pair of bolt cutters would defeat this cable (and most other lock cables). A thief would take it elsewhere, to figure out how to defeat the actual FRAME LOCK portion.There's other vendors (especially European brands) selling lots of Frame Locks. Most sell for +$40, or more. And most DO NOT include the cable with it, but charge an extra $20 - $30. This lock appears to be the SAME level of quality, compared to others. The quality of the materials is very good. It operates smoothly. This lock combo is a great bargain.You DO have to be a bit creative, when MOUNTING this. These are NOT MADE for most American-type of bikes, but can be modified to work (see below), without much effort/cost. I have non-disc brakes, the V-style type. There are vendors who sell types of (special) straps that you can use to wrap around your bike frame, then attach it to this lock. They don't look sturdy, as far as long-term durability, or very secure (against theft). They looked like a cheap way to try to jeery-rig a solution. A 'no-go' for me. I looked around and actually found one of the frame lock makers (ABUS) that sells an add-on bracket (includes 2 brackets, for about $8), that actually bolts right onto where your brake lever arms attach to the bike frame. It's MADE special, to do that. (See this Amazon link ...https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002WN91YY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1). You simply loosen/remove your bolt from your brake arm (carefully leaving the brake arm assembly IN PLACE), then put this bracket on top of the brake arm, and then insert and tighten the bolt as normal. DO it for both sides.Then, you have your attachment points. The hardware screws included with the brackets (used to attach your frame lock to the brackets) were kind of wonky, as they seemed like sheet metal screws, that you'd have to use a power driver to get them started. No worries, as I grabbed a couple of small bolts/nuts I had in my collection, used them instead of the included hardware, and they worked just fine. Be creative, and it won't be a big deal. Sounds more complex than what it is.Cool part is, if you briefly looked at my bike, you probably wouldn't even notice the added lock, as it sorta blends in with the rest of my full-suspension bike. Side note ... the kickstand is one I bought on Amazon. It simply slips onto a little protruding nub that you fasten to the rear wheel spindle. Once installed, you can take off/add/ the 'kickstand' in 5 seconds. It even comes with a holder that can be installed underneath your water bottle holder, OR ... it also folds into 2 sections (sort of like a shock-cord pole for a tent), and can be thrown in your backpack. A pretty slick way to avoid a conventional kickstand. In my case, I couldn't attach a standard kickstand, due to the bike frame frame tubing. Granted, most higher-quality mt. bikes don't have a kickstand. And most folks would rather not lay them or the ground, or lean against a tree/pole. Problem solved, for about $20.As a side note ... Whenever I hear folks complaining that their bike got stolen, using ANY kind of cable locking system, I just figure they probably are novice biker riders/owners. I would NEVER, EVER leave any bike outside, overnight, without using one (or more) U-bolt lock systems, that can effectively lock your frame AND wheels to some non-removeable pole or something similar. Remember, bike thieves have seen your bike locked up numerous times, and have had time to figure out HOW they might steal it. Be smart about securing your bike. Make your bike HARDER to steal, than someone else's, nearby.

First off, like the look of it. Its a nice design. I'm not the most mechanically inclined person but after a couple attempts I figured it out. You really can't be 100% protected, 100% of the time, I def think this'll slowe'm down.

Even the product image shows the cable tie used in mounting the lock. The two bolts/nuts and supplied mounting block is mostly useless because the mounting block is not wide enough to sit against two seat stays. At least the package should just include a few cable ties to make the installation a little easier.The lock itself is not bad for its asking price. It's a good and affordable deterrent for bike/wheel thief if your bike is not too expensive/shiny. The key staying in the lock when in open position is fine with me so I'm sure I have the key when I lock the bike. I would use it along with a U lock (for locking/anchoring frame & front wheel) instead of using the included cable loop. Braided steel cable is fairly easy to cut, guess how I found that out.

Let me just say, we need more of this style lock in the U.S.!...Now to the review: great price for what you get! Amazon doesn't offer a very wide a variety of this style lock, unfortunately, but this works well enough for such a good price.The lock is built pretty well and has a nice cable that attaches to it for locking up to something.The only bad things about this product are tiny nitpicks and criticism (would give 4.5 stars if I could). For one, the lock does seem exposed to a thief easily busting through it, given time; the actual mechanism is exposed through a small gap on the sides. Granted, no one should use this alone for long-term locking, anyway. Also, I have an american frame that the mounting mechanism wont attach to. I couldn't find a good adapter, so I still have to zip tie it on. Lastly, to lock this, you have to manually pull the lock closed. The key does spring release it unlocked, but I would love to see a lock of this style that both locks and unlocks with the turn of the key. I know they're out there, but not available here!

Not any kind of high security, but super handy to have bolted to the bike for the days you've forgotten a u-lock and want to run into a store etc.

Lock is easy to install. Feels well built and works well

I like this wheel/frame lock, but I had to design and 3D print an adapter to attach it to my bike. The included adapter was too narrow and too tall to fit on my bike. I really wish they designed bikes to accept this type of lock here (the wheel/frame lock is common in Japan). The key will stay in the lock while it's locked, so you're not likely to lose it. The loop cable is just long enough to go around the front wheel of my bike and around a post.

Posts to attach to frame do not fit my bike but slots align well. This would be 4 star if posts were removable had to cut them off with grinder. Once modified lock works well but key is a little difficult to align. Upgraded lock cylinder would boost the rating also. Shipping was as advertised. having the cable integrated is a bonus. Overall happy with lock

Had to manufacture my own back plate.