CLOSED-LOOP HANDLEBAR LOCKING DEVICE FOR BICYCLE

摘要

A closed loop handlebar locking device is securely coupled to a bike and allows safe and accurate steering and operation of the bike when in use. The handlebar locking device is further suitable for securely locking the bike when the bike is not in use. Handlebar locking device is configurable to lock a bike to a fixed object, such as a signpost while still attached to the stem of the bike. The handlebar locking device is also configurable to lock the bike when a suitable object, such as a signpost is not available. In such a situation the handlebar locking device may be removed from the stem and passed around the frame and through one or both wheels. The handlebar locking device is attached to the stem via a stem piece that remains attached to the stem when the handlebar locking device is detached. Brakes, lights, computer and other accessories and components are attached to the stem piece. The bike is unsuitable for operation even if the handlebar locking device is defeated by a would-be thief.

主权项

1. A locking device for a bicycle comprising:
A stem piece has a first end and a second end, wherein the stem piece is configured to releasably couple to a stem of the bicycle; A first handlebar member having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end is detachably coupled to the first end of the stem piece; and, A second handlebar member having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end is detachably coupled to the second end of the stem piece and the second end of the second handlebar member is detachably coupled to the second end of the first handlebar member so as to form a closed loop handlebar.