The Quartz XA6 disc brake lock is the slightly ‘lighter’ version of the Quartz XA10. The main difference can be found in the diameter of the locking pin; obviously important and defining for the effective use of a disc brake lock like this one.
Just like its 10-mm brother, this Quartz XA6 presents a potential thief with quite a challenge. Oxford gave it a 110-dB alarm sound and a minder cable to prevent you from ravaging your own mudguard. Stainless steel, a tempered locking pin and a double locking system, tested at freezing temperatures, saw and drill-resistant and with a unique design – Oxford knows what it’s doing.
The Quartz XA6 has a 110-dB alarm sound that is activated by movement and vibration. You charge it with a USB-cable which requires you to unlock the alarm system with the supplied Allen key. One of three supplied safety keys is enough to open and close the locking pin and to activate the alarm in a single movement.
The service life of the charged battery varies with use and the number of (deafening) interventions. Uninterruptedly alarming: tens of hours, but believe us, you won’t last that long. So, two to three months should definitely be possible. Once the lock has been activated, you’ll hear a beep. As soon as you no longer hear this beep, you’ll know it is time to recharge the battery.
The supplied minder cable is very simple to use: you attach one loop together with the lock and you place the other one around the clip-on or handle of your motorcycle or scooter. That way, you’ll never forget to remove the disc brake lock before taking off.
This disc brake lock places some real weight in the scale, which it should. Nevertheless, it can be stored easily underneath most saddles.
Technical specifications:
- 6-mm locking pin
- Alarm up to 110 dB
- 78 mm x 56 mm
- Locking pin made from special tempered steel
- This lock is delivered with three keys
- Delivered with roll-up minder cable, reminding you to remove the lock before taking off
Tip from the RAD house: make it a habit to always mount your disc brake lock to your front wheel. That’s where the potential thief will spot it first (which is fine, a lock always has a dissuasive effect) and you will see it before leaving.
You wouldn’t be the first to pay for a swift departure with a distorted disc brake or mudguard.
