Better Honda eu2000i generator security?

Roy, thanks for posting the pic. I was having a hard time visualizing how that contraption worked. Looks like a good idea, but pricey. I just keep mine out of site.

I had a Honda V65 Magna (motor cycle) that had a built in anti theft cable. It just plugged into t spot on the frame and locked with the key - had loop on the other end. I wonder why they don't offer such an option for their gens. They'd sell a ton of those cables.

Found this YOU-TUBE describing how it works... Also $20 cheaper...

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Certainly would slow them down.

Roy Ken

Certainly is not a cheap item at $199...


I still say the best defense against thief is OUT OF SIGHT - OUT OF MIND...

My 2KW Honda generator is not in view when stowed and secured in place sitting in the tailgate corner of my truck locked and covered bed... It also goes where I go and never left unattended at the camp site...


Roy Ken

I figure that since the invention of the cordless grinder the traditional locks are useless. That looks like the recessed type lock that is more common on contractors vans etc. Its pretty much a matter of making it as difficult as possible and to buy time. Snatch and run is the easiest for them so again, the more difficult it is, the better chance of it not being stolen.

Maybe something like that and a piece of steel that goes through the handle opening and down and under the mounting surface with a recessed type lock. It would have to be hinged to make make the corners of course. Again, its not that it couldn't be cut but it would give multiple layers of protection. That's the only problem with those sweet little Hondas. :)

I think I would prefer to get one of the boxes Honda makes for the 2000 and have it be out of sight and out of mind. I don't care how good the lock is, if they can see it, someone will take a shot at it.

You could always pick up a ugly old open frame and set it out in view. It wouldn't even need to run and the thieves and neighbors alike would drive on by. lol