August 8th, 2012, 06:15 PM | #1 |
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Where can i get replacement keys?
So im the second owner of my 250 and there is no warranty or anything; i'm not even sure what dealer it was bought at. However, the problem is i snapped one of my keys in half and i was just wondering where i'd be able to get a new key? Would any powersports dealer be able to get me a new one?
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August 8th, 2012, 06:49 PM | #2 |
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You can go to a kawasaki dealer, bring your registration and ID, get the key code off your bike and order one. They run $25 but IMO it seems easier than the process you have to go through to have a key cut locally
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August 8th, 2012, 07:50 PM | #3 |
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If you have an unbroken copy of the key, then just take it to a Lock&Key place, around here it'll run like 6 or 7 bucks, and a snazzy keytopper is like .50
However, if you don't have a working copy of the key, then I hope you have a trailer... You should do as jiggles says and go to a kawasaki dealer in hopes that you'll get someone nice |
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August 8th, 2012, 08:01 PM | #4 |
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August 8th, 2012, 08:02 PM | #5 |
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Most places are not equipped to cut kawasaki keys so you have to order special blanks but then many people will not cut a blank that you bring in because they don't know what its made of and don't want to damage their machines and really its just easier to order an OEM copy
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August 8th, 2012, 08:08 PM | #6 | |
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August 8th, 2012, 08:09 PM | #7 |
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What gen? Though it doesn't really matter. Two ways most common. First, take the broken key pieces to a locksmith and they can cut you a new one. It will cost a bit more than a plain duplicate because the locksmith will have to some measurements on the old key to work out the new cut. That will probably be the cheapest and quickest way.
Second way is to get a "code" key cut. A code key is made by looking up the VIN in a special book and getting the cut code, or alternatively by looking up the code stamped on several of the locks on the bike. These locks are generally installed such that the code isn't visible without taking parts off the bike, and generally speaking it will require a working key to get the lock off the bike to get the lock code. Kawasaki sold the latter code books (that use the code on the lock) to both dealers and independent locksmiths, not all bought them or bought all years of them, so you'll have to call around to find someone who has one for your year. They're different for each year, obviously. A third, probably costliest, option is to get the bike to a locksmith who can pick one of the locks (tank is easiest but doesn't have all the wafers) or seat lock, disassemble the lock, then make a key to fit it. First choice is the first option, assuming you didn't just throw the pieces away. If it's a pregen the codes are stamped on the ignition, seat, and IIRC helmet lock, in the form of Z5XXX, where the X's are numbers 000-999. Yes, only 1,000 possible combinations, not all of which will be used for various reasons having to do with the way a key is cut. As an example, I got the seat lock off of one of my bikes and took the Z-code to my favorite local locksmith, he looked it up in the book he'd bought for my year and cut me a perfect key. In actuality, if you're halfway mechanical you could cut your own key. Info on key blanks your locksmith will find helpful (if it's a pregen, that is) http://faq.ninja250.org/wiki/EX250F_key_blanks The key dimension info, again assuming it's a pregen: http://forums.ninja250.org/viewtopic...=841726#841726 Edit to add, just looked at your profile, it appears you have a newgen, d'oh! However, the basic concepts still apply. I haven't gotten ahold of a newgen lockset yet to do an article on. |
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August 8th, 2012, 09:04 PM | #8 |
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Why do people wait until they break the only key they have to think about making spares? lel I got a couple of blanks on ebay for like $5 and had them cut for another $10.
There's a saying where im from that translates to something live "Prevent in place of lament"
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August 8th, 2012, 09:58 PM | #9 |
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August 8th, 2012, 10:02 PM | #10 |
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Read the code right on the side of the frame by your ignition key. Call www.hillbillycycle.com in WV. Give them code and your credit card. Receive key in mail. Profit.
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August 9th, 2012, 07:56 AM | #11 | |
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August 9th, 2012, 08:38 AM | #12 |
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so then just go to a mom and pop key place and have them make copies, why would you go to a stealership, unless you enjoy overpaying for something?
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August 9th, 2012, 08:48 AM | #13 | |
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August 9th, 2012, 09:50 AM | #15 |
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Hey, there could've been a transponder. I'm not fully educated on my ninja 250 key engineering. So in that case, a local key cutter would not be able to replicate that.
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August 9th, 2012, 11:30 AM | #16 |
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Have you tried getting your key cut locally? Most places won't do it
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August 9th, 2012, 12:11 PM | #17 |
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I actually did get mine cut localy (I said so a few posts up). Guy just did it like it was any other key. Wasn't aware it was an issue to some keymakers
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August 9th, 2012, 12:32 PM | #18 |
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I tried 3 different places and none of them had the blanks nor would accept blanks I brought in. So I just went to a Kawi dealer, overpaid $25 for them but so much less of a hassle
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August 9th, 2012, 01:16 PM | #19 | |
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for any one interested (key blanks): http://www.ebay.com/itm/3-X-BLANK-UN...01ccfd&vxp=mtr
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August 9th, 2012, 01:22 PM | #20 |
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No it has to do with how expensive key making equipment is. If they tried to make a key from a blank of the wrong material it could end up being extremely expensive to repair the machine. You found a place that accepted them but I don't think that is typical, at least where I live
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