The best bike lock overall is the Litelok X1 that brings cutting-edge technology at a friendlier price point.

For the ultimate in bicycle security, choose the Litelok X3, the toughest lock we tested, which took nearly 8 minutes to defeat. However, it's quite pricey.

bicycle airtag holder

Shimano MTB Groupsets

Pro — XTR (M9100): Flagship with 1x/2x/3x, electronic or mechanical shifting

High — XT (M8100): High-end alternative with 1x11/1x12/2x12 options

Mid — SLX (M7100): Mid-range with 1x12 or 2x12, wide gear range

Enthusiast — Deore (M6100/M5100/M4100): Entry-level quality, 12-speed, narrower cassette range

Entry — Cues (U8000/U6000/U4000): 2023 replacement line, primarily 1x, 9–11 speed

You'll need roughly 12" of space per bike, plus 12" on either side of the bikes on the ends. For example, my 5 bikes needed ~7 feet of wall space. For my area, I used two 8 foot long 2x4s and cut them each down to roughly 84". The upper 2x4 should be mounted roughly 14" above the lower 2x4. This will stagger your bikes so that their handlebars don't clash.

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30lbs. 60nm torque.