ABUS Bordo Granit 6000 vs ABUS CityChain 1010
Comparison 2026 — Bike Locks
Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the ABUS Bordo Granit 6000 edges out the ABUS CityChain 1010 with an overall score of 88/100 against 76/100. It scores particularly well on security (92/100) and ease of use (88/100), making it the better all-round pick in Bike Locks.
The ABUS CityChain 1010 remains a sensible alternative if price is your main concern — it lands at €64.95 versus €89.95.
Security winner
ABUS Bordo Granit 6000
10% higher than its rival
Value winner
ABUS Bordo Granit 6000
8% better value for money
Specifications
| Specification | ABUS Bordo Granit 6000 | ABUS CityChain 1010 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €89.95 | €64.95+38% |
| Rating | ★4.5 (1,820) | ★4.5 (960) |
| Overall | 88/100+16% | 76/100 |
| Security | ||
| Type | Vouwslot | Kettingslot |
| ART rating | ART-2 | ART-2 |
| Security level | ABUS Level 15/15+50% | ABUS Level 10/15 |
| Cylinder | ABUS Plus | ABUS X-Plus |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 90 cm+6% | 85 cm |
| Weight | 1100 g+227% | 3600 g |
| Material | Gehard staal 5 mm | — |
| Link thickness | — | 9 mm (vierkant) |
| Sleeve | — | Nylon |
Pros and cons
ABUS Bordo Granit 6000
Pros
- ART-2 certified — meets Dutch insurance requirements for e-bikes up to €3,000
- Compact folding design with included frame mount
- 5 mm hardened steel links paired with an ABUS Plus anti-pick cylinder
- 90 cm unfolded length leaves plenty of room to loop around a rack or post
Cons
- Heavier than chain locks in the same security class at 1,100 grams
- Links can feel stiff in extreme cold weather
ABUS CityChain 1010
Pros
- ART-2 certified for Dutch e-bike insurance
- 9 mm square links — bolt cutters slip instead of biting
- ABUS X-Plus cylinder with strong anti-pick and anti-drill resistance
- Nylon sleeve protects paint and muffles rattle while riding
Cons
- At 3.6 kg heavy — better suited to fixed parking than daily carry
- 85 cm is tight around cargo-bike frames or wide NS racks