ABUS CityChain 1010 vs ABUS Granit X-Plus 540
Comparison 2026 — Bike Locks
Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the ABUS Granit X-Plus 540 edges out the ABUS CityChain 1010 with an overall score of 92/100 against 76/100. It scores particularly well on security (98/100) and ease of use (70/100), 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 €109.95.
Security winner
ABUS Granit X-Plus 540
16% higher than its rival
Value winner
ABUS Granit X-Plus 540
1% better value for money
Specifications
| Specification | ABUS CityChain 1010 | ABUS Granit X-Plus 540 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €64.95+69% | €109.95 |
| Rating | ★4.5 (960) | ★4.6 (2,150) |
| Overall | 76/100 | 92/100+21% |
| Security | ||
| Type | Kettingslot | Beugelslot |
| ART rating | ART-2+33% | ART-3 |
| Security level | ABUS Level 10/15 | ABUS Level 15/15+50% |
| Cylinder | ABUS X-Plus | ABUS X-Plus |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 85 cm | — |
| Link thickness | 9 mm (vierkant) | — |
| Weight | 3600 g | 1640 g+120% |
| Sleeve | Nylon | — |
| Shackle width | — | 10.8 cm |
| Shackle height | — | 23 cm |
| Material | — | Gehard staal 13 mm parabolisch |
Pros and cons
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
ABUS Granit X-Plus 540
Pros
- ART-3 certified — the highest Dutch insurance grade for bike locks
- Parabolic shackle shape defeats most cutting attacks
- ABUS X-Plus cylinder offers the brand's highest anti-picking protection
- Power Cell technology adds an extra hardened steel sleeve
Cons
- Heavy at 1,640 grams — noticeable in a backpack or pannier
- Limited shackle width makes it awkward around wide city bike posts