Keys
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Keys
My 81 came with two keys, one for the ignition and one for everything else. The key cut is opposite on the two keys. Is it possible to get on key that fits everything ? The extra key on the ring is chipping up the paint on the handle bar clamps
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Re: Keys
More than likely someone replaced the ignition switch with one that fits that key and the remaining locks fit the other key which are probably the original set that was supplied with the bike.
Without the original ignition set that matched every other lock, I am not sure if someone who specializes in keys could key the current ignition set to match your remaining locks on the bike.
There is a key guy on here who maybe able to help you once someone come along and can identify him. I think his name is Ron and he is probably listed under suppliers, or another service section area.
Without the original ignition set that matched every other lock, I am not sure if someone who specializes in keys could key the current ignition set to match your remaining locks on the bike.
There is a key guy on here who maybe able to help you once someone come along and can identify him. I think his name is Ron and he is probably listed under suppliers, or another service section area.
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1966 CL77 - Honda 305cc - Dual purpose - "Gentleman's Scrambler" was a period moniker.
1967 CL175K0 - Low production number with #802 engine serial- winter 2019/2020 full restoration.
1972 CB350F - Baby Four with low mileage - Cosmetic refresh to the next level 2021/2022.
1978 CB550K - Very original bike with only 7499 Km. from new - light cleanup and refresh done.
1983 CB1100F - Canadian model - DOHC Supersport in pristine low kilometre condition from new.
1984 GL1200 - Standard model in showroom condition - two owner bike from new.
1984 CX650E - Restored summer 2017 - a rare Eurosport model - excellent one owner bike.
- tomk1960
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Re: Keys
I don't know if the ignition switch can be re-keyed, but the helmet locks and tank latches can be rekeyed. I just did this for the CB1123 Resto-Mod I'm finishing up and now one key fits all. It's actually quite easy and the write-up for doing it is here: https://www.ngwclub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=11330
Mucho thankos to Roncar for this very helpful write-up.
Mucho thankos to Roncar for this very helpful write-up.
1986 VFR750F Interceptor
1983 Honda CB1100F Super Sport - Red 1123 Resto-Mod
1978 Honda GL1000
1983 Honda CB1100F Super Sport - Red 1123 Resto-Mod
1978 Honda GL1000
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Re: Keys
And Roncar is "the key guy"...
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"If you can't take the time to do it right the first time, how are you ever going to find the time to do it over?" -Unknown
Current Rides:
'Grumpy' - '81 Standard, now fully dressed.
'Layla' - '81 Standard w/dealer installed fairing and Hondaline bags.
'Scarlett' '76 'Survivor' nekkid as a j-bird!
Under Construction:
The 'Jalopy' '78-'79 Mash-up
'Quikie' '81 gl1100I back on the lift, project with the step-son!
In The Shed:
'81 gl1100I barn find aka "Josie, the farmer's daughter." (almost comatose build)
'77 gl1000, roller parts bike.
'82 gl1100I, 'Old Crusty' titled roller parts bike (free!)
'82 gl1100I, My first 'Wing, and an expensive lesson!
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Re: Keys
Rekeying the cores isn't hard. You can buy core kits off ebay. There are only 4-5 heights to the wafers used in the cores. I had the same problem of one key for ignition and another for the tank cover (I don't have helmet locks) I got lucky and just needed to rearrange the wafer order of the tank cover core to make the ingnition key work. A lock shop would probably be able to do it if you brought the cores into them.
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- Sidecar Bob
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Re: Keys
I also prefer to only have one key per bike but the easiest way to stop the 2nd key from chipping your paint would be to start hanging your keys on a belt keyring and putting the keys on separate clips. Mine is a simple strap with a D ring that my belt goes through and I put the keys on snap hooks (the cheap kind from the hardware store that are a piece of bent spring steel) so that only the key required and its clip are near the keyswitch.
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"A guy with two sidecars can't be all bad." - Cookie
Another guy with two sidecars..... Hmmmm... must be something to that....
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Click: Colour schematics for all GL1000 & GL1100 and GL1200 standard models plus instructions on how to download the full size version
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Another guy with two sidecars..... Hmmmm... must be something to that....
- gltriker
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Re: Keys
I can't quite visualize this 'simple strap with a D ring' with snap hooks set-up, Sidecar Bob.Sidecar Bob wrote:I also prefer to only have one key per bike but the easiest way to stop the 2nd key from chipping your paint would be to start hanging your keys on a belt keyring and putting the keys on separate clips. Mine is a simple strap with a D ring that my belt goes through and I put the keys on snap hooks (the cheap kind from the hardware store that are a piece of bent spring steel) so that only the key required and its clip are near the keyswitch.
How's about a photo or two of your unique solution, please? Thanks!
Cliff (74yrs )
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New users please visit our "Shop Talk" for common tips and help: <---jdvorchak
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RE: a thorough fuel tank cleaning
"And your carbs will thank you. They no longer live down stream from a sewage plant." -gregforesi
"Can't see the paint when your looking thru the handlebars..........." -Oldewing
"I'd rather Ride than Shine" -RAT Me Too!!
Cliff
'75 GL1000 home built trike; http://www.ngwclub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=30&t=39996
October,2017 BOTM https://nakedgoldwingsclub.com/forum/page/Welcome
previous rides:
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1980 CB900 Custom (triked) 1997-2003 .... R.I.P.
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Re: Keys
I put the keys on seperate small split rings and carry them on a cheap (not for climbing) carabiner ....
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Re: Keys
I hope you appreciate this. I've dug out manuals to look things up for people lots of times and gone out to the garage in my PJs look at stuff (or to grab one of those manuals) in in winter more than a few times to help people on bike forums but this is the first time I've ever taken my pants off for someonegltriker wrote:I can't quite visualize this 'simple strap with a D ring' with snap hooks set-up, Sidecar Bob.
How's about a photo or two of your unique solution, please? Thanks!
(Seriously, every time this comes up I think I need to take a pic of my keyring and I was about to change into my grubby work clothes anyway.)
Mr. Honda ('83 GL1100/Dnepr) summer How a motorcycle evolves thread
The Famous Eccles ('84 CX650EI/VeloUral) winter Never Ending Build (CX500forum)
Click: Colour schematics for all GL1000 & GL1100 and GL1200 standard models plus instructions on how to download the full size version
"A guy with two sidecars can't be all bad." - Cookie
Another guy with two sidecars..... Hmmmm... must be something to that....
The Famous Eccles ('84 CX650EI/VeloUral) winter Never Ending Build (CX500forum)
Click: Colour schematics for all GL1000 & GL1100 and GL1200 standard models plus instructions on how to download the full size version
"A guy with two sidecars can't be all bad." - Cookie
Another guy with two sidecars..... Hmmmm... must be something to that....
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Re: Keys
I think I've had that loop for about 20 years (it replaced an identical one with the same d-ring). If you look carefully, all 3 of the clips are different because they were bought at different times over the 30 years or so that I've carried my keys on my belt (I am getting old, aren't I?) The keys for the bikes aren't there because I leave the key for the bike I'm using in it when it is parked inside the locked garage and I leave the key for the bike that is in storage in it in the locked shed. There are a couple of other keys on clips that don't need to carry every day.
Mr. Honda ('83 GL1100/Dnepr) summer How a motorcycle evolves thread
The Famous Eccles ('84 CX650EI/VeloUral) winter Never Ending Build (CX500forum)
Click: Colour schematics for all GL1000 & GL1100 and GL1200 standard models plus instructions on how to download the full size version
"A guy with two sidecars can't be all bad." - Cookie
Another guy with two sidecars..... Hmmmm... must be something to that....
The Famous Eccles ('84 CX650EI/VeloUral) winter Never Ending Build (CX500forum)
Click: Colour schematics for all GL1000 & GL1100 and GL1200 standard models plus instructions on how to download the full size version
"A guy with two sidecars can't be all bad." - Cookie
Another guy with two sidecars..... Hmmmm... must be something to that....
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Re: Keys
Got it.
Cliff (74yrs )
Keep your eyes and ears open and you'll learn something new, everyday.
New users please visit our "Shop Talk" for common tips and help: <---jdvorchak
http://www.ngwclub.com/forum/page/ST
^^^^^^^click up here^^^^^
RE: a thorough fuel tank cleaning
"And your carbs will thank you. They no longer live down stream from a sewage plant." -gregforesi
"Can't see the paint when your looking thru the handlebars..........." -Oldewing
"I'd rather Ride than Shine" -RAT Me Too!!
Cliff
'75 GL1000 home built trike; http://www.ngwclub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=30&t=39996
October,2017 BOTM https://nakedgoldwingsclub.com/forum/page/Welcome
previous rides:
1953 H-D Servi-car, naked, 1969-1978 (serial#53G1559 committed to memory!)
1980 CB900 Custom (triked) 1997-2003 .... R.I.P.
Keep your eyes and ears open and you'll learn something new, everyday.
New users please visit our "Shop Talk" for common tips and help: <---jdvorchak
http://www.ngwclub.com/forum/page/ST
^^^^^^^click up here^^^^^
RE: a thorough fuel tank cleaning
"And your carbs will thank you. They no longer live down stream from a sewage plant." -gregforesi
"Can't see the paint when your looking thru the handlebars..........." -Oldewing
"I'd rather Ride than Shine" -RAT Me Too!!
Cliff
'75 GL1000 home built trike; http://www.ngwclub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=30&t=39996
October,2017 BOTM https://nakedgoldwingsclub.com/forum/page/Welcome
previous rides:
1953 H-D Servi-car, naked, 1969-1978 (serial#53G1559 committed to memory!)
1980 CB900 Custom (triked) 1997-2003 .... R.I.P.
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Re: Keys
Does anyone know of a source for the wafers these days? Listings for Honda wafers on EBay do not look like the ones from my 77 key cylinders.
I called a local locksmith and he told me even he cannot get parts for 70something Honda vehicles. I hope he is simply mis-informed...
I called a local locksmith and he told me even he cannot get parts for 70something Honda vehicles. I hope he is simply mis-informed...
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