Dodgy lock?

Jamrock · Nitrous Nuisance Joined: 25 Oct 2008 Karma :

I have found it increasingly hard to start my bike because of my lock. It takes me 5 - 10 minutes of going up and down with they key until it 'clicks' into the right spot and the key turns. Is there anything I can do or does it look like a new lock jobby?

UkBikeGear · L Plate Warrior Joined: 16 Dec 2008 Karma :

sounds like either your ignition or key are really worn and in need of replacement, but try putting the key in and tilting it back slightly as you turn, might save a bit of time in the mornings!
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McJamweasel · BCF Junkie Joined: 22 Mar 2002 Karma :

What bike is it? Suzuki ignition locks wear pretty easily, but there is a knack to getting them to turn. Simply push the key forwards slightly as you turn and it will go easily.
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Kris · World Chat Champion Joined: 03 Feb 2002 Karma :

neil. · World Chat Champion Joined: 24 Feb 2008 Karma :

On my YBR a squirt of WD40 in the barrel helps with this sort of issue. Not sure how well it would work on other bikes. Thumbs Up

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ZaphodBeeble · World Chat Champion Joined: 10 Feb 2004 Karma :

My Firestorm does this every few months. I squirt a bit of brake cleaner into the barrel first then I spray some good old WD40 when it's dried out. The brake cleaner gets rid of any filth and the WD lubes the tumblers. Smile

Put the key in and work it all around for a bit until the motion is smooth. Thumbs Up

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Syx · World Chat Champion Joined: 20 Oct 2006 Karma :

Useful info guys, my key is just starting to get this way so I might give it a go before it gets worse!