Name: OTTOLOCK SIDEKICK
Brand: OTTOLOCK
Availability: InStock
Rating: 84 (98 reviews)

84/100

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Users (98 ratings)

Experts (0 reviews)

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Facts

Lock Type

U-Lock

Brand

OTTOLOCK

Weight

1.65, 2.5 lb

Diameter / Thickness

12, 14 mm

Width

5, 6.25 Inches

Height

7.69, 11.5 Inches

Depth

5.75, 9.5 Inches

Material

Hardened Steel, Silicone

Summary of Reviews

We have read all expert and user reviews on the OTTOLOCK SIDEKICK. In summary, this is what cyclists think.

6 reasons to buy

Owners find the keyed lock easy to open.

The silicone coating efficiently protects frames from dents and scratches, according to owners.

A tester says the SIDEKICK is still easy to open and close after two years of use.

The SIDEKICK is lightweight at just 1.6lb. The XL version weighs 2.5lb.

This compact lock leaves minimal room between the bike and locking point for getting leverage to cut it.

The SIDEKICK's compact size makes it suitable for transporting in bags, jersey pockets, or on frame mounts.

2 reasons not to buy

The SIDEKICK hasn’t been third-party tested to validate its security.

The regular SIDEKICK’s 2.75” opening is too narrow to fit over some thicker poles and bike racks, according to owners.

Bottom line

OTTOLOCK’s SIDEKICK is a low-cost keyed U-lock available in two sizes: regular and XL. OTTOLOCK provides three keys. The security of this lock isn’t third-party tested. Owners praise the easy-to-use locking mechanism, low weight, and protective silicone coating. The regular version’s compact size is convenient for carrying, but the opening may not fit over thicker poles or bike racks. The XL provides additional length and a wider opening. Owners and testers deem the lightweight SIDEKICK a user-friendly option for quick stops or use in low-risk areas, but its effectiveness as a standalone lock in high-risk areas is questionable.