Are the 'built in' wheel locks common in the US? I ask because I just bought a new bike here (over €4,000) and it is required to come with a built in frame lock for insurance purposes. (Actually just about all bikes here come with a 'built in' wheel lock.) I have an additional Abus U lock attached to the frame but rarely use it (since the bike is insured); the bike is now considerably lighter.

Are those built in wheel locks commonly used in the US? (I'm an American but I moved to Holland 20 years ago and have only been back twice in all that time.)

I had friends visit a few years back and my friend's wife was unaware of the typical built in bike lock that is commonplace here, that's also why I'm asking.

Here's a video ... I apologize in advance if this is common knowledge.


While that lock won't prevent someone from stealing the bike, it certainly would draw attention to the thief.

I also thought about buying a junker just so I wouldn't have to worry about my new expensive bike. My wife pointed out that my new bike is insured (for the full replacement value) so I should just enjoy the bike and not worry about it. As to bringing a bike into a store, I've only done that with my Brompton since it doesn't have a wheel lock.