posted June 14, 2006 02:09 PM
ignition issues? Has anyone had any issues with their ignition. I had a hell of a time getting the key to move from the fork LOCK position. This was not the first time.....and it seems like moving the key in any direction is catchy at best. Has anyone else had any problems with theirs?
posted June 14, 2006 02:12 PM
I haven't had problems once the key is in the ignition, but getting it in the ignition has been difficult at times. It just doesn't want to go in. First time I had the problem I actually thought the key could only go in one way and that I had it backwards.
posted June 14, 2006 02:15 PM
i have the same problem too. i thought the key was bent or something. you got to play with it to get it in or out sometimes.
posted June 14, 2006 03:32 PM
Im find wiggling the bars helps get it into/ out of steering lock.
The pin is binding for the fork lock because there is strain on it tryng to move.
For the fork lock just wiggle the bars slightly!
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posted June 15, 2006 08:35 AM
Iv you tilt your key slightly to the right of the bike you can push the spring loaded "key hole cover" out of the way then the key goes right in!! Works great for me give it a try
posted June 15, 2006 08:40 AM
My 10r and 14 are the same...key has to be inserted delicately, and steering nudged to lock and unlock...no big deal for me though.
MRZ1, try some of that lock grease compound they sell....(NOT WD40 though). Should help you....if not sell the bike...:P
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posted June 15, 2006 05:57 PM
I tried lockease that I've used for years. It' like a graphite liquid. It didn't help. It's almost like the key wasn't cut correctly. I've raced Z1's and still have alot of them. At 55 I still like speed and fast bikes. I'll just have to live with it as it is a minor nuisance I can live with so I don't think I'll be selling it. I LOVE this bike. Check out my website at http://www.wesnet.com/race/sudman_racing/index.htm You'll see I've had some nice bikes but this one is great!
posted June 15, 2006 08:31 PM
I had some luck with a good locksmith.
Sometimes a nip here a tuck there.
Worth a try maybe? Five minutes.
Is it the same in your helmet lock? If it is maybe a grind on the key will help.
posted June 16, 2006 03:01 PM
The seat latch feels decent putting it in and taking it out with no problem. It just feels like there is alot more spring side pressure on it than what needs to be in the ignition lock itself.
posted June 16, 2006 04:19 PM
They are like women Ya gotta tickle them, jiggle them and nudge them just right to get what you want. If that does not work try a line of coke ____________
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quote:Iv you tilt your key slightly to the right of the bike you can push the spring loaded "key hole cover" out of the way then the key goes right in!! Works great for me give it a try
I tried the suggestion from kawiguy3. Ended my problem. Haven't had any more difficulty getting the key inserted. Thanks.
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posted June 14, 2006 02:09 PM
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Ya gotta tickle them, jiggle them and nudge them just right to get what you want. 
If that does not work try a line of coke 
