I lost the keys to my Bell 300 Catalyst U-style bike lock (12mm hardened steel). What's the cheapest way to get it removed? Ive gotten a couple of Locksmith quotes at $150-$200 which seems like too much. found a YT video where you can pick it yourself but I'm not sure I'll be able to do that successfully
by OddButterscotch9063
8 Comments
Why don’t you try it and see?
Depending on the age of the lock, contact Bell customer service. They offer a replacement key for free within certain criteria. But go look:
https://www.thebellgarage.com/lock-key-replacement/
Find a tool rental place, rent a cutting wheel grinder and some safety glasses and cut it off yourself
Thrift store angle grinder, eye pro, and a cutting disk. All in for 20 bucks
Home Depot cordless grinder, keep the receipt and return after. Cutting wheels are $3. Not the most ethical, but you asked.
Or ask a local bike shop or co-op if they have a grinder you can borrow/rent.
Just cut it off
Breaker bar and twist. Smack she shit out of it with a sledge. Cut it. Most locks are pretty easy to break.
Harbor Freight is your friend.
Just about anything will go through that lock like a hot knife through butter.