Disc locks

[Dizerens5]

Disc locks (which prevent the front wheel from turning) are a popular anti-theft device here in the UK but most will not fit an early R65 because the holes in the disc are too small.  Maybe useful to know that Motorworks here now lists a lock with a 6mm locking pin which does fit the early R65 brake disc. Small enough to put in the tool tray, if it isn't totally full already. Cost about £16 which is around US $ 25 I think. Plus shipping of course! For those few who don't know: www.motorworks.co.uk.
Over time things wear out, including locks. So my R65 keyring now carries seven keys: ignition, steering, seat, fuel filler, luggage case brackets, case lid locks, disc brake lock. Is this a record?

[montmil]

Don't know why, but MotorworksUK does not ship to the USA or Canada.

Monte
  

[Altritter]

I found out this problem the hard way. Bought one with the smallest diameter shackle I could find, and once I got it out of the blister pack, found it wouldn't fit.  Naturally, I couldn't return it.  Gave it to my auto technician, who has an R1100S, an R90/6, a Suzuki 650, and a Honda 250 scoot (and does work on my bike at very reasonable prices). Figured that it was good PR, and that he should be able to make it fit at least one of his fleet.  

I heard later that one of the more knowledgeable parts guys at a large BMW dealership (name withheld as a courtesy to protect his or her job) doesn't like them because being in a hurry & forgetting the disk is still locked generally results in a nasty (and costly) surprise.   He added that this occurs more frequently than one might expect. So, given the downside, I figure I'll find other, less effective, ways to secure my bike, and take my chances.

[nhmaf]

Some people definitely like them, but I avoid them because of the "ease" with which they can be forgotten about (visually they aren't as noticeable as a big cable&padlock) - even though I haven't had an unfortunate "takeoff with the lock still on" experience.   Plus, since it only prevents the causual "roll it away" thefts that can be easily defeated by 2-3 strong people with a van, or 1 guy with a skateboard, I usually go with a cable&lock and look for a sturdy structure to anchor the bike to if I am locking up the bike.

[Dizerens5]

It's true that it's easy to ride off with a disc lock in place (tho I've not yet done it myself, maybe the day will come!) but some locks come with a reminder in the form of a spring-coiled yellow cable which you can hook over the handlebar. The R65 lock (make: Xena, like the warrior lady) does not have this but it should be possible to make one up, if needed.

[Lucky_Lou]

Don't know why, but MotorworksUK does not ship to the USA or Canada.

Monte
  

If you need anything its just down the road ill collect and ship it to you no problem
Lou

[drewboid]

Small pin locks are available from many manufacturers here in the states. As to riding off with it on - BTDT - now I use one of those plastic wrist bands (livestrong or similar) and put it around the clutch lever and grip when I use the lock. I lock in into the lock itself when I remove it so it doesn't get lost.
All of the locks just keep the honest people honest - there are great videos of the "best" chains being cut with large bolt cutters. If they want your bike bad enough it is gone.
Fortunately few thieves want our elderly airheads.