It all depends on what you hope to accomplish, plenty of commercial stuff out there, some good and some not so great. Most of their security claims can sometimes be countered/defeated very easily.

You can also make your own by going to your favorite home improvement center and buying some chain along with a very good lock. You can also fabricate your own cale/loop for next to nothing by choosing a good grade cable that's very hard to cut.

 

What will you be securing the bike to?

More info can be found here: viewtopic.php?f=1&t=31067&p=290100

 

If you really want a secure chain, do you really think "low cost" is going to be part of the equation?

I don't chain the 650, but my little Zuma I used a Fugetaboutit (Kryptonite) chain and disc lock combo for the front (to chain it to an object), and a U-lock on the rear (Kryptonite's top-end).

 

I've heard one of the best security devices is to use a cover. It doesn't seem like much, but apparently having a motorcycle covered deters a lot of theft and vandalism.

Here's a YouTube video that shows a test of some highly rated motorcycle chains. It was interesting to see how quickly the top quality chains could be defeated.
Various Sold Secure and Thatcham chains chopped. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VC3hFr8p2ck

I've thought about what I'd do if I came across the guy(s) big enough to pick up even a Burgman 400. Dry, I think it weighs 440 lbs. I think if I came across them, I'd just stand out of the way.

Chris

 

I would like recommendations on a lock and chain for securing the Burgman 650. I was looking at the 'New York Noose' by Kryptonite, but I am sure there would be cheaper alternatives.

(Sometimes product recommendations from fellow riders are preferable to sales pitches from websites and stores!)

If you are looking for quality chain/lock that cannot be cropped and not price ... then I would suggest http://www.almax-security-chains.co.uk Immobiliser Series III or IV.

 

...I've thought about what I'd do if I came across the guy(s) big enough to pick up even a Burgman 400. Dry, I think it weighs 440 lbs. I think if I came across them, I'd just stand out of the way.

Chris

+5 (is it ok to agree that many times with someone you're not married to or courting?? ccasion5: )

At over 600#, I'm standing out of the way of BOTH guys, and if it's just one... I'm giving him the title, registration, and the payment book!

Buy a good Disc Brake lock and cover it. Save yourself the $$$ of a chain or cable. A torch and hammer breaks any chain in minutes and time cuts any cable, but a bar of metal through the front wheel, your standard ignition lock plate (cover), and the sheer weight of the Burg is more than discouragement, it's Mission Impossible 4 !!