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If your bike ever falls over when it’s parked, it’s usually because the has front wheel has moved. With the push of a button, the steering can be locked in place on the Silkroad, making bike parking, mounting your panniers and general bike maintenance a bit easier.

A steering lock is particularly important if you use a double-legged kickstand, as any front-wheel movement can easily tip the balance of the bike. That said, after experimenting with many kickstand types over the years, I think a rear-mounted model is the most stable across all surfaces.