Litelok X3

C Cycling Electric mark sutton, Geoff Waugh · reviewer · Aug 2026

The X3 is billed as the most angle grinder-resistant bike lock on the market, with Litelok claiming a 20-fold greater resistance than its best-selling D-lock rivals. This is down to the use of barronium, a sort of composite ‘armour’ that is fused to the lock’s core and designed to repel a rotating blade. Which is exactly what it did.

M MotoJimm MotoJimm · 98.5K subscribers · May 2025

This is by far the best motorcycle lock i have come accross!

"My Litelok X3 does a great job of securing my bike, so I can rest assured it’s still there where I left it. It is heavy though, so I’ve been looking for a solution. I’ve tried pannier bags and there were too unwieldy. The tactical mount piqued my interest, but I was worried it wouldn’t fit on my odd shaped frame (Trek Marlin + 8 ).

C Chasing Traction Chasing Traction · 827 subscribers · Jun 2026

I need to take a lock with me, so the obvious choice is the LITELOK, um given how robust it is and market leading on quality and everything. And you can tell by the size and weight of it. But, I've got two options. Got the heavier one, the more robust one, um and the one I'm going to travel with, which is equally as good. Well, it's not equally as good.

It offers at least 20 times more resistance than the best-selling D-locks without adding any extra weight. It is permanently fused to a hardened fine-grain high-tensile steel core which provides protection against all other commonly used tools such as bolt croppers, cable cutters, long bars, hammers & chisels and -40°C freeze spray.

C Chris the Curious Dad Chris the Curious Dad · 704 subscribers · Nov 2025

It offers some peace of mind.

Built with Barronium®, our patented composite armour, LITELOK X3 is designed to fight back against angle grinder attacks by redirecting the grinder’s own energy against itself. ⚙️⚡ The result? 20x more resistance than leading D-locks, without adding unnecessary weight. And it doesn’t stop there.

C Cyclist Cyclist magazine · reviewer · Jul 2026

As with Hiplok, Litelok claims its lock is 20 times more resistant to angle grinders than a standard D-lock. There's the cheaper Litelok X1 available too (see below), which has a thinner layer to Barronium coating – apparently five times the resistance of a standard D-lock.

W websitemaker1717 websitemaker1717 · channel

Just a quick video to document how fast it is to attach the X3 lock to my bike. If the situation means the bike will be out of my sight for even a moment I use a much more thorough lock to a stationary object with a second U lock and a 2-meter boron steel noose chain.

"Having recently had two motorcycles stolen from my garage, I looked for some extra security, and now feel much more at ease having a LITELOK X3 locking my bike safe and secure in my garage" Great to hear James! thanks for sending your thoughts in.

B Biker Base BikerBase · reviewer · Jul 2026

The LITELOK X3 Moto isn’t just another D-lock; it is a specialised piece of defensive engineering. While most D-locks succumb to a battery-powered angle grinder in under 30 seconds, the X3 is designed to destroy the grinder’s discs instead!

I must say i'm certainly not disappointed by these locks, they are brilliant. I don't really leave my bike alone for long but if I do I make sure I've got my X3 with me if i'm out and about, and its always on when there locked up at home.

M Motorcycle News Ben Clarke · reviewer · Aug 2023

"In practical terms, the X3 is incredibly easy to use and has a lot of classy design touches that help to justify the price.

T The Best Bike Lock Article · Feb 2024

The Litelok X3 gives you the most locking options. The Hiplok D1000 has the most carrying options. Security is almost equal!

After three thieves targeted his Suzuki Bandit GSF 650S in Widnes, David credits his Litelok X3 with preventing the theft.

T The Best Bike Lock The Best Bike Lock · channel

I tested the Litelok X3 against an angle grinder with extremely impressive results.

T The Best Bike Lock Article · Apr 2016

The Litelok X3 is the strongest bike lock available today according to my tests.

T The Telegraph Article · May 2026

It doesn’t have the same level of security as some of the more expensive locks on this list, but for relatively casual riders in very low-crime areas or stopping for short lengths of time, it’s a more-than-adequate sidekick that doesn’t feel overkill (or heavy).

L Lexham Insurance Mia Blackman · reviewer · Nov 2025

The X3 is one of the most secure full-sized D locks in the market, whilst also being easy to use; however, it is on the heavier side. If you loved the X1 but want the absolute maximum in grinder-resistant security, the X3 is your ultimate upgrade.

B BikeRadar Article · May 2026

Pros: Incredible resistance to angle‑grinder attacks and manual attack resistance is impressive too Cons: Extended exposure to the elements can mean corrosion issues

C Cycling Weekly Article · Oct 2022

The LiteLok X3 is ideal for anyone seeking the same great Sold Secure Diamond-rated security as the OnGuard RockSolid 8590, but with a slightly longer shackle.

T The Best Bike Lock Article · Aug 2023

The Litelok X3 is one of the most secure bike locks you can buy. There are no weak points and unlike others it is consistent!

T The Best Bike Lock Article · Jun 2023

Security (4.5): Very secure. No obvious weak points.