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  • Whistler

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    Big fan of penetrating oil (like liquid wrench), breaks down 'gunk' and rust pretty well. WD-40 wasn't intended as a lubricant anyway.
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    toddnjoyce

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    Any suggestions on what specific lube to use? All I've done so far is rub graphite on the key itself.

    Any dry lube should work, including a graphite lube. Don’t use a wet lubricant.

    If you’re at the dealership, ask them about a replacement cylinder and key set as an option.
     

    deemus

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    The only purchase documentation we've got is the title, I didn't look closely at it, but I don't *think* it's on there? I may run back over to Golden tomorrow and see if they'll get me a factory key cut.

    If you have the VIN, which is on the title, Honda can tell you the key number.
     

    Kalena

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    I've tried giving both dealerships in the area the VIN and they apparently cannot see the key code on their side :shrug:

    I tried using the key we had cut on the storage compartment again today. When I went to pull the key out, the door came off.... I guess it hadn't been secured well the last time someone was in there? Now I'm contemplating taking it to locksmith to leave so they can fiddle with a key until they make one that works lol

    Today has not been a "work on the stupid bike" motivation day, so we'll mess with it tomorrow :D
     

    Brains

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    Locksmith is definitely going to be the most reliable. They'll pull the lock cylinder down and measure the tumblers if they have to, and cut a key directly to those measurements.
     

    deemus

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    I've tried giving both dealerships in the area the VIN and they apparently cannot see the key code on their side :shrug:

    I tried using the key we had cut on the storage compartment again today. When I went to pull the key out, the door came off.... I guess it hadn't been secured well the last time someone was in there? Now I'm contemplating taking it to locksmith to leave so they can fiddle with a key until they make one that works lol

    Today has not been a "work on the stupid bike" motivation day, so we'll mess with it tomorrow :D

    You need to contact Honda North America. The dealerships wont have that info.
     

    96fordsix

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    Usually the key code is only required to go on the set-up pdi sheet.
    I have used silicone spray with decent results. If this bike has sat for awhile that can be the problem.
    to get the bolts out. use a center punch and a 6mm (1/4) drill to drill the heads off.
     
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