Steering lock

[MarkShelley]

I used the steering lock on my `new` 1100gs a couple of times over the weekend. On both occasions it took a lot of fiddling to unlock it again and on the second occasion I thought I might actually be stranded. Am I doing something wrong or is my lock a bit iffy? Can someone enlighten me on the correct procedure please?

 

[Steptoe]

Take out the ignition lock barrel and lubricate it.

I'll send you a PM on how to remove it .

 

[MarkShelley]

Thanks. Would it do any good just to insert the fine nozzle and spray WD40 into it?

 

[Kenny]

THat will just oil the shite that is already in there !! If you don't want to remove the pin, spray some brake cleaner in there and then when dry, use wd40 or better still ACF50

 

[MarkShelley]

Removed the barrel and lubed it tonight, but it still sticks in the lock position and lock/light position. I think I will have to dust off the disc lock!

 

[Steptoe]

Removed the barrel and lubed it tonight,!

Did you lube the bottom of the ignition case while the barrel was removed - it's the part where the lock sits and slides

 

[MarkShelley]

I did squirt acf50 inside.

 

[adventuredon]

I did squirt acf50 inside.

I have the same situation. Mine is being recovered today as still under warranty, but rather embaressing when you cannot unlock your own bike!

 

[Pekkavee]

Maybe it would help to change a new locking pin into the lock barrel
Motorworks part number ELA13182

Pin

Pekka

 

[adventuredon]

Naaa, too much effort. Its under warranty and the bike ois due a 12000 service so i asked dealer to take care of it...