Kryptonite keys are interchangeable?

[GirishH]

Not sure if this is a Kryptonite issue or an issue with other bicycle locks too.

I have an interesting story. I got a Kryptonite U-lock from a friend but wasn't too inclined on it as it was too bulky. One day while riding down a bike trail, I found a Kryptonite Keeper (chain lock) lying on the path. Don't ask me why, but my intuition made me try using "that" U-lock key on this Kryptonite Keeper. Guess what? Sadly and scarily, it worked. So, as crazy and simple as it sounds even Kryptonite locks are this easily hackable.

I have tried this on my friends' U-lock and fortunately no success. But I'm still surprised that a Kryptonite U-lock opens a random Kryptonite Keeper lock.

I plan to contact Kryptonite to see how it is possible and will keep you all posted.

Feel free to pitch in if you had an idea how this could be possible.

[enkei]

I look forward to hearing what Kryptonite says. You are not alone.

[Jesper]

Thanks for the info.

[GirishH]

I have contacted Kryptonite but haven't heard back yet. I will keep you all posted when I hear back.