Steering lock

[Average_Joe]

Hey just a quick question....... Got a GS500F K7 Any one use the steering lock?? I have to use it untill i get a disk lock to try and prevent theift..... My question, does anyone else have trouble getting it out of lock and back to off?? I jiggle it a while and it comes out but shouldnt it be easier??? Can i lube it up at all?? Thanks!!!

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[Affschnozel]

You have to press down on key IIRC

[OgGy]

Mine does that when the bar isn't turned all the way to the left, it will usually be about 1/2 inch from the end position. when I turn it all the way it goes smoothly

[ohgood]

Put a little graphite on the key, or let the dipstick drip on the key before insertion.

Pushing IN while turning the key with the bars already locked LEFT is how it works. Take the tension off the lock while unlocking and it's easier also.

Have you found your helmet lock yet ?

[trumpetguy]

Put a little graphite on the key, or let the dipstick drip on the key before insertion.

Graphite GOOD, motor oil BAD for locks.  DON'T DO IT!!!

[kml.krk]

+1 on turning the handlebar all the way to the left. then it goes smooth. my bike is 04.
Cheers
KaMeL

[ohgood]

OK, i'll clarify, order of better to worse stuff to put on your key prior to insertion:

1 graphite
2 light oil
3 motor oil (new)
4 motor oil (used)
5 heavy grease (new)
6 heavy grease (used)
7 sand (new)
8 sand (used)
9 metal shavings (dry)
10 metal shavings (wet)

[CndnMax]

Like what has been said before, turn the bars all the way to the left and push down on the lock to get it in and out. btw helmet lock= two tabs on each side under your seat  .