What Riders Think About the 1000 Series

We recently surveyed riders who own one of our 1000 Series locks to hear their feedback. As a brand, we know what riders value most, and it’s always inspiring to hear how our products perform in the real world.

The 1000 Series is designed to provide ultimate security for bikes, featuring anti-angle grinder technology. Let’s take a look at what our riders had to say.

MD1000-Motorcycle-Disc-Lock-RT1NY-Locking-Front-Top-Down — MD1000 anti-angle grinder disc lock securing a motorcycle

Who’s Using the 1000 Series?

As you might expect, most 1000 Series owners are riders with higher-value bikes. The survey revealed:

55% are motorcyclists
25.7% are e-bike riders
17.4% are cyclists

This mix shows how the 1000 Series has become a trusted choice across different types of riders, from motorcyclists to cyclists.

How Worried Are Riders About Theft?

Bicycle and motorcycle theft continues to be a serious concern for riders. Over 93% of respondents said they’re worried about bike theft.

It’s easy to see why. According to The Best Bike Lock, an average of 77,313 bicycles are reported stolen in the UK each year. Even more concerning, thieves are increasingly using angle grinders, which can cut through traditional locks in seconds.

Theft attempt Hiplok D1000 - web — AX1000 anchor and DX1000 D lock on a bicycle

So, it’s completely understandable that riders are concerned, and why choosing a strong, reliable lock is so important. We always recommend layered security: One lock is better than none, and two locks are better than one. Each extra layer adds time, noise, and difficulty to an attempted theft, all things thieves want to avoid.

If you want more tips on keeping your bike safe, we regularly share advice on our blog to help riders protect their bikes.

Has the 1000 Series Saved Bikes from Attempted Thefts?

We were proud to see that 15.5% of respondents said their 1000 Series lock had actually saved their bike from an attempted theft. These are real-world experiences of ultimate protection.

The 1000 Series uses anti-angle grinder technology, built from a specialist composite material that grinds down cutting discs.

You can read more stories in our ‘Hiplok Saved My Bike’ blog series, where riders share how their locks stood up against real theft attempts.

Would You Recommend the 1000 Series?

Since buying their 1000 Series lock, 93.8% of riders said they feel more confident leaving their bike unattended. That’s what true security should deliver – not just protection, but confidence to go about your day without constant worry.

And it doesn’t stop there: 97.9% said they would recommend the 1000 Series to a friend, showing how much riders trust their lock.

So, if you’re still wondering, “Is the 1000 Series worth it?”, these numbers might speak for themselves…

Development of the 1000 Series — Hiplok co-founder John Abrahams working on the 1000 Series design

What We’ve Learned

This survey showed us not only how much riders value strong, reliable security but also how important trust is in choosing a lock.

We’ll continue to develop high-quality, trusted security solutions for both bicycle and motorcycle riders.

Thank you to everyone who took part in the survey and shared their experience. Your feedback helps us keep delivering trusted, high-quality security for both bicycle and motorcycle riders.

Here’s What You Told Us

Here are just some of the comments we received from the survey.

“Amazing product … this lock has saved my bike from three attacks…”

“It’s very robust, so very happy and a good visual deterrent.”

“It’s a very durable lock and I’m happy knowing that it will slow anyone down that will attempt to take my bike with an angle grinder attack.”

“I fully feel incredibly secure using it. It’s the best I feel on the market”

“Great lock, very convenient to carry and a really good feeling of security with this lock.”

“Well engineered, well made, excellent reviews all go towards making me feel better about leaving my bike parked anywhere.”