opening my petrol tank with key.

reabo · June 5th, 2014, 01:29 AM

opening my petrol tank with key.

Its not working! I Turn and the key just bends. So im low on fuel and my key doesn't open it anymore. Anyone else have a problem like this?

I want to give it more force but scared it'll snap.

Snake · June 5th, 2014, 01:33 AM

I have never had this problem but try pushing down on the lid while you turn the key. It may take pressure off the latch.

reabo · June 5th, 2014, 01:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snake

I have never had this problem but try pushing down on the lid while you turn the key. It may take pressure off the latch.

I tried this also. After work (If i make it home) I'll use my spare key and hopefully that opens it up. The are both original keys too :/

Snake · June 5th, 2014, 01:36 AM

Good luck. I hope it works.

Alex · June 5th, 2014, 01:54 AM

relevant thread: https://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=147050

Alex · June 5th, 2014, 01:54 AM

Another: https://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=102020

reabo · June 5th, 2014, 02:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex

Another: https://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=102020

This one was use full but i dont think im capable of drilling a hole in my bike :/ The first i already read. Took nothing from it. ty for the link up

I realyl was hoping it was a case of sraying wd40 into the lock :/

DaBlue1 · June 5th, 2014, 04:31 AM

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Originally Posted by reabo

.....I really was hoping it was a case of spraying wd40 into the lock :/

Unfortunately WD-40 won't get to where it's needed at the latch. Too much lube only settles on a rubber diaphragm inside the cap.

If they key goes in a little rough, put a little lube on the key and insert it the key several times while pushing down hard on the cap with the other hand. If there is any debris in the key hole, this can prevent the key from working correctly also. Some compressed air can blow it out.

reabo · June 5th, 2014, 04:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DaBlue1

Unfortunately WD-40 won't get to where it's needed at the latch. Too much lube only settles on a rubber diaphragm inside the cap.

If they key goes in a little rough, put a little lube on the key and insert it the key several times while pushing down hard on the cap with the other hand. If there is any debris in the key hole, this can prevent the key from working correctly also. Some compressed air can blow it out.

ok sweet. I'll reply later tell you all how it goes :P

reabo · June 5th, 2014, 12:16 PM

Used wd 40 on the lock and it finally opened up. Still very tough. However once opened i used the guide in the second link to detach the cap and oil everything up. Now it opens like new

Linkin · June 11th, 2014, 05:08 AM

I have this issue on mine. I find that it only likes to go in one way. I'll try the WD40.

reabo · June 11th, 2014, 05:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Linkin

I have this issue on mine. I find that it only likes to go in one way. I'll try the WD40.

If you do get it open. Make sure you follow the guide to lube it all up

June 5th, 2014, 01:29 AM	#1
reabo ninjette.org member Name: Max Location: UK Join Date: Jan 2012 Motorcycle(s): Kawasaki Ninja EX250 K8F Posts: 89	opening my petrol tank with key. opening my petrol tank with key. Its not working! I Turn and the key just bends. So im low on fuel and my key doesn't open it anymore. Anyone else have a problem like this? I want to give it more force but scared it'll snap.

June 5th, 2014, 01:54 AM	#5
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June 5th, 2014, 01:33 AM	#2
Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	I have never had this problem but try pushing down on the lid while you turn the key. It may take pressure off the latch.

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Snake ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Rick Location: Alexandria, Louisiana Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): 05 Blue Ninja 250 Posts: Too much. MOTY - 2017, MOTM - Jan '19, Oct '16, May '14	Good luck. I hope it works.

June 5th, 2014, 12:16 PM	#10
reabo ninjette.org member Name: Max Location: UK Join Date: Jan 2012 Motorcycle(s): Kawasaki Ninja EX250 K8F Posts: 89	Used wd 40 on the lock and it finally opened up. Still very tough. However once opened i used the guide in the second link to detach the cap and oil everything up. Now it opens like new

June 11th, 2014, 05:08 AM	#11
Linkin Down Under Name: Linkin Location: Sydney, Australia Join Date: Jun 2014 Motorcycle(s): Kawasaki ZXR250C Ninja Posts: 296	I have this issue on mine. I find that it only likes to go in one way. I'll try the WD40.