Concerning Keys

Netnorske · 02-07-2009, 02:59 PM

Ever since I bought my bike (2008 Model), I have just used a single key in the ignition. As most of you know from a previous thread, I now have a Tour Pack installed that came with a little round key for the lock.

I put the trunk key and ignition key on a little key ring and went for a ride last week. OMG...the tinny rattle from the additional key bouncing around on top of the ignition/speedo plate drove me nuts!

I quickly took the trunk key off but it got me to thinking. Has anyone come up with a good solution to this problem? I mean it's silly to have to carry separate keys around, especially on a long ride. It's not a problem for those whose ignition is on the side of their bike, but for those whose are right on top of the tank, this is a real issue. Some of you must have several keys on your key rings...do you have this same problem or has sombody came up with a good solution?

jonsamson · 02-07-2009, 03:02 PM

Only suggestion I would have is to glue (JB Weld) the 2 keys end to end. Thus when in the ignition the other end is standing up, no loose key to rattle around.
-Jon

cactusjack · 02-07-2009, 03:08 PM

Keep your keys in your pocket. Works for me.

...you do know that you only need the key to unlock the ignition switch, right? It isn't necessary once you've turned the key to "on".

dantama · 02-07-2009, 04:03 PM

I asked the same question when I was doing my trunk, and the verdict seemed to be put both keys on the same ring, and pull it out of the ignition after you start it up.

mrsvaldez · 02-07-2009, 04:12 PM

Don't use the ignitiion key. You can turn it off ever so slightly, not locking it. Then just turn it to the on position without the key when you're ready to roll.... Only problem is after you get used to doing this, and you will - don't forget your key in case you need gas..... Yeah and don't ask me.....

fish · 02-07-2009, 04:43 PM

put the small key in your windshield bag or your tank bib.

My key comes out of the ignition easily I was worried it might pop out going over a bump . I do live in PA.

cactusjack · 02-07-2009, 04:47 PM

Kawasaki designed the ignition lock on the 1600 Nomads so the key can be removed, thus eliminating the noise and scratches from keys rattling on the nacelle.

goldstar225 · 02-07-2009, 05:02 PM

I have my house key and ignition key on the same ring. Immediately after turning the ignition on I pull the key and put it in my pocket.

Netnorske · 02-07-2009, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by goldstar225

I have my house key and ignition key on the same ring. Immediately after turning the ignition on I pull the key and put it in my pocket.

That sounds like the best idea if you're gonna have extra keys attached. One more new routine to learn I guess... ::)

superduty · 02-07-2009, 11:05 PM

I use a very short piece of duck decoy cord on my key so it won't scratch. When I remove it, I clip it to a carabiner on a belt loop. The decoy cord wears like iron.

timebandit · 02-07-2009, 11:30 PM

Keys in my pocket.

I always keep a spare one in my wallet in case I would drop or misplace the one I use.

Yellow Jacket · 02-07-2009, 11:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Timebandit

Keys in my pocket.

I always keep a spare one in my wallet in case I would drop or misplace the one I use.

Same here.

**schoeney** · 02-07-2009, 11:38 PM

Kris,

Make sure you have a spare key on the bike! Like in the tailight lens. Of course you will need a screwdriver...but those are easier to find on the road than a key that fits your bike!

kawbuc · 02-09-2009, 12:27 PM

I start up , pull key out and stick it in my pocket. started out doing that and now its routine. I also carry a spare key in the side cover attached with velcro.

cactusjack · 02-09-2009, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by kawbuc

I start up , pull key out and stick it in my pocket. started out doing that and now its routine. I also carry a spare key in the side cover attached with velcro.

I hope you mean the right side cover, not the left one which would_require_a_key to retrieve it.

02-07-2009, 02:59 PM	#1
Netnorske Top Contributor Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Everett, Washington Posts: 5,709	Concerning Keys Ever since I bought my bike (2008 Model), I have just used a single key in the ignition. As most of you know from a previous thread, I now have a Tour Pack installed that came with a little round key for the lock. I put the trunk key and ignition key on a little key ring and went for a ride last week. OMG...the tinny rattle from the additional key bouncing around on top of the ignition/speedo plate drove me nuts! I quickly took the trunk key off but it got me to thinking. Has anyone come up with a good solution to this problem? I mean it's silly to have to carry separate keys around, especially on a long ride. It's not a problem for those whose ignition is on the side of their bike, but for those whose are right on top of the tank, this is a real issue. Some of you must have several keys on your key rings...do you have this same problem or has sombody came up with a good solution? __________________ *Kris Olsen* VBA #0691 2017 HD Ultra Limited Low 2013 Victory Cross Country Tour 2012 1700 Vulcan Voyager 2008 1600 Vulcan Nomad 1997 Vulcan 800 Classic *"Growing old is mandatory,* *but growing up is optional"* Custer 2009\|Kalispell 2010\|Cortez 2010\|Crescent City 2011\|Kanab 2012\|Canmore 2012\|Estes Park 2013\|Orofino 2014\|Lake Tahoe 2015\|Red Lodge 2016 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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02-07-2009, 03:02 PM	#2
jonsamson Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 209	Concerning Keys Only suggestion I would have is to glue (JB Weld) the 2 keys end to end. Thus when in the ignition the other end is standing up, no loose key to rattle around. -Jon
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02-07-2009, 03:08 PM	#3
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	Concerning Keys Keep your keys in your pocket. Works for me. ...you do know that you only need the key to unlock the ignition switch, right? It isn't necessary once you've turned the key to "on". __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
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02-07-2009, 04:03 PM	#4
dantama Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 0	Concerning Keys I asked the same question when I was doing my trunk, and the verdict seemed to be put both keys on the same ring, and pull it out of the ignition after you start it up.
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02-07-2009, 04:12 PM	#5
mrsvaldez Jr. Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 13	Concerning Keys Don't use the ignitiion key. You can turn it off ever so slightly, not locking it. Then just turn it to the on position without the key when you're ready to roll.... Only problem is after you get used to doing this, and you will - don't forget your key in case you need gas..... Yeah and don't ask me..... Login or Register to Remove Ads
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02-07-2009, 04:43 PM	#6
fish Top Contributor Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Aquashicola Pa. Posts: 6,377	Concerning Keys put the small key in your windshield bag or your tank bib. My key comes out of the ignition easily I was worried it might pop out going over a bump . I do live in PA. __________________ I'm not prejudice I hate everyone equally;) 08 nomad blue/silver MaryJane 74,010miles VBA #299 Her's 10 900LT 36,700 09 Bath NY. 10 Lake George NY. 11 National Maggie Valley NC. 12 Pa Wilds (Wellsboro) Pa. 14 Lincoln NH. 17 National Lake George NY.
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02-07-2009, 04:47 PM	#7
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	Concerning Keys Kawasaki designed the ignition lock on the 1600 Nomads so the key can be removed, thus eliminating the noise and scratches from keys rattling on the nacelle. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
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02-07-2009, 05:02 PM	#8
goldstar225 Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Cabot, Arkansas Posts: 211	Concerning Keys I have my house key and ignition key on the same ring. Immediately after turning the ignition on I pull the key and put it in my pocket.
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02-07-2009, 11:05 PM	#10
superduty Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Independence, MO Posts: 259	Concerning Keys I use a very short piece of duck decoy cord on my key so it won't scratch. When I remove it, I clip it to a carabiner on a belt loop. The decoy cord wears like iron.
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02-07-2009, 11:30 PM	#11
timebandit Advanced Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Casselman, Ontario Posts: 790	Concerning Keys Keys in my pocket. I always keep a spare one in my wallet in case I would drop or misplace the one I use.
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02-07-2009, 11:38 PM	#13
schoeney Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: NW Region Posts: 5,222	Concerning Keys Kris, Make sure you have a spare key on the bike! Like in the tailight lens. Of course you will need a screwdriver...but those are easier to find on the road than a key that fits your bike! __________________ VBA #659 2003 Nomad 1500 (Gone but never forgotten) 2005 Honda ST1300 - Sweet and still kickin 2006 Honda Goldwing - Best Boat in the Marina
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02-09-2009, 12:27 PM	#14
kawbuc Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: LAKELAND FLORIDA Posts: 164	Concerning Keys I start up , pull key out and stick it in my pocket. started out doing that and now its routine. I also carry a spare key in the side cover attached with velcro.
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