Thief walking around with my keys.....

Cab305 · December 17th, 2010, 07:58 PM

Some lowlife broke into my jeep and stole a handful of change and my motorcycle ignition/lock keys.

10 Blocks away from where the bike is parked overnight. Im so angry right now, I can barely type.

Anyone have any idea how expensive a new ignition is?

How much to have dealer do it anyone know?

Thanks any info will help.

highpsiguy · December 17th, 2010, 08:23 PM

Might run out right quick and get some type of cable lock for wheels. Even with ignition key they wont be able to bypass chain/cable. My 2 cents.

I am assuming only 1 key for bike. If you have two keys *still have 1* you have more options. I would move bike inside...house, friends garage...etc till you can find a used ignition.

addy126 · December 17th, 2010, 09:07 PM

These "lowlifes" really do need to have their hands cut off and thrown to the wind.

bigrodge8 · December 17th, 2010, 11:18 PM

The suspect should have to watch as his children are dismembered in front of him and he is forced to cook and eat their shredded remains!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Locksmiff · December 18th, 2010, 01:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigrodge8

The suspect should have to watch as his children are dismembered in front of him and he is forced to cook and eat their shredded remains!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thats abit rediculous seeing as his children had nothing to do with it.

It would be like saying that if you cause a death from flakey driving that we should be able to watch your family be drawn and quatered from 4 x 4's because you drove like a flakey douchebag and got distracted while driving/riding for .5 of a second.

It doesn't take much to think before you type ????

I had my bike stolen which is a bit more then keys. I didn't wish anything as moronic as your reply on anyone. I thought:

"Every dog has their day, when their day comes I will be there"

not

"Feed me them littlerns nice and crispy"

ninja3575 · December 18th, 2010, 02:08 AM

haha... yeah, I think Rodge was a bit overly enthusiastic about his support for justice... Anyway, to answer your question...There are a few guys on here parting out their bike from what i remember... maybe you could snag that ignition and key for cheap...

Hope you speedily conclude this matter and get that peace of mind back ...

mrlmd · December 18th, 2010, 06:42 AM

Are you worried about replacing the key or having the bike stolen?
If # 1 -Can't you get the key code from the dealer since this is a 2010 bike and have a new key made either by them or from a locksmith? And many a locksmith can "read" the lock tumblers and make a new key. On my 2006 the key code was stamped into the back of the helmet lock and I had no trouble with a locksmith making new keys.
If # 2 - you are worried about him coming back and stealing your bike, first off - he has to know who you are and where you live, and you can secure the bike with a heavy chain, and it would be cheaper to put in an alarm instead of changing the ignition switch. Maybe you could catch the guy then if he came back after the bike. And if the bike were stolen, that's why you have insurance.

rockNroll · December 18th, 2010, 07:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigrodge8

The suspect should have to watch as his children are dismembered in front of him and he is forced to cook and eat their shredded remains!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

And recorded for my entertainment.

g21-30 · December 18th, 2010, 10:17 AM

The key code is stamped on the ignition. Buy a new set (ignition and cowl).

Cab305 · December 18th, 2010, 10:20 AM

Im getting a new chain today, the keys were stolen late last night so I couldn't really do much but watch the bike all night.

The keys were taken about 10 blocks from were bike is, and I could easily be followed home (lots of traffic).

I'm thinking of just getting a new monster lock, Im super broke, cant afford new ignition right now.

As far as his children, my local south florida forum members had infinitely more creative solutions. (although that is pretty sick, get some therapy dude, lol)

chokne · December 18th, 2010, 04:01 PM

Aw that sucks dude. sorry to hear... my car got broken into a few years ago and i just felt violated...

and now to worry about having something else taken, ugh. hopefully, the guy is not smart enough to realize what the key is for, although the big K doesn't help.

hope it gets resolved soon

mrlmd · December 18th, 2010, 04:19 PM

If somebody wants to steal your bike, they can do it with or without the key. Having the key just makes it a little easier than picking it up and carting it away. If you are worried, get the monster lock and chain it up to something.

FrugalNinja250 · December 18th, 2010, 04:41 PM

Least cost approach to getting it re-keyed is to remove the locks and take them to a lock smith and have him or her rekey the locks. The ignition will take some work to remove, the rest of the locks are fairly straightforward.

As to the risk of theft, it could be high if they were casing you to establish what bike the keys went to, or it would be very low unless yours was the only motorcycle in your city.

All the thefts I've heard about were just snatch and grabs, two guys hoist the bike into the back of a pickup or, around here, into a van. The thieves could care less about the keys.

lotusseven · December 18th, 2010, 08:43 PM

Instead of buying a new lockset , Swap tumbers - Pretty easy . I've done it a couple of times to make the gascap seatlock and ignition all match . Blank keys were $4 from my dealer . If you can figure out how to adjust valves you can take apart the ignition lock. Catch is you do need to remove the cylinder . Either with your extra key or picking . Picking is pretty easy with a piece of piano wire with the very end bent at a 90 and a screwdriver . Applying torque in the clockwise direction and clicking the tumbers one at a time will free the cylinder then a eyeglass screwdriver releasing the retainer allows the tumber to pop out . Simply grab the tumbler and pull with tweezers or needle nose and swap be careful not to lose the spring !! . Recut/file your blank so the tumblers are flush with the master cylinder and reinsert the cylinder and snap the retainer in place .

addy126 · December 19th, 2010, 08:25 AM

Frankly I wouldn't doubt if he thought those keys were infact for the Jeep. Broke in tried em then just ran off. He may have seen someone coming through deciding to run with what he had in hand. I doubt he would figure out the "letter K" had any significance what so ever.

DaBlue1 · December 20th, 2010, 02:05 PM

Wow. You must be in a rough neighborhood. Didn't someone break your bike and steal your battery a couple of months ago? Whoever it is I hope they catch them.

The ignition switch by itself is a little over $101.00. The whole set is (ign., gas cap, seat lock) is about $250.00. replacement bolts and washers about $8.00.

You have to remove the top fork clamp and drill out the two screws that hold the switch in place. Left hand bits or and extractor will drill and unscrew the bolts. Then it is just a mater of replacing the switch.

The dealer will charge you whatever the labor rate is for a hour.

Cab305 · December 20th, 2010, 02:46 PM

Yeah South Florida is notorious for bike thefts. Since i posted this. 2 complete bikes have been stolen on my local forum and my buddy had someone go under his cover and steal all the plastic from his R1 (didn't even notice till he took off cover)

Criminals are everywhere, please be careful and let the popos handle it. Vigilantes only live long in comic books.

December 17th, 2010, 07:58 PM	#1
Cab305 ninjette.org sage Name: Cab Location: Miami Beach Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): Blue 10 250r Posts: 697	Thief walking around with my keys..... Some lowlife broke into my jeep and stole a handful of change and my motorcycle ignition/lock keys. 10 Blocks away from where the bike is parked overnight. Im so angry right now, I can barely type. Anyone have any idea how expensive a new ignition is? How much to have dealer do it anyone know? Thanks any info will help.

December 17th, 2010, 08:23 PM	#2
highpsiguy ninjette.org guru Name: Kevin Location: Athens Join Date: Aug 2010 Motorcycle(s): 1981 Honda Cx500 Custom, 2002 Ninja 250 Posts: 289 Blog Entries: 1	Might run out right quick and get some type of cable lock for wheels. Even with ignition key they wont be able to bypass chain/cable. My 2 cents. I am assuming only 1 key for bike. If you have two keys still have 1 you have more options. I would move bike inside...house, friends garage...etc till you can find a used ignition. __________________________________________________ "Rudeness is a weak persons attempt at strength."

December 18th, 2010, 04:01 PM	#11
chokne I name everything Name: Michael Location: Montreal Join Date: Nov 2009 Motorcycle(s): Eva Posts: 68	Aw that sucks dude. sorry to hear... my car got broken into a few years ago and i just felt violated... and now to worry about having something else taken, ugh. hopefully, the guy is not smart enough to realize what the key is for, although the big K doesn't help. hope it gets resolved soon __________________________________________________ Reborn

December 18th, 2010, 08:43 PM	#14
lotusseven ninjette.org member Name: Ken Location: Texas Join Date: Oct 2010 Motorcycle(s): 81 Yamaha 550 Maxim , 52 Allstate , 81 Kawasaki AR50, Kawasaki Ninja 250 , Honda 250 Nighthawk Posts: 11	Swap tumblers Instead of buying a new lockset , Swap tumbers - Pretty easy . I've done it a couple of times to make the gascap seatlock and ignition all match . Blank keys were $4 from my dealer . If you can figure out how to adjust valves you can take apart the ignition lock. Catch is you do need to remove the cylinder . Either with your extra key or picking . Picking is pretty easy with a piece of piano wire with the very end bent at a 90 and a screwdriver . Applying torque in the clockwise direction and clicking the tumbers one at a time will free the cylinder then a eyeglass screwdriver releasing the retainer allows the tumber to pop out . Simply grab the tumbler and pull with tweezers or needle nose and swap be careful not to lose the spring !! . Recut/file your blank so the tumblers are flush with the master cylinder and reinsert the cylinder and snap the retainer in place .

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December 17th, 2010, 09:07 PM	#3
addy126 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: addy126 Location: Tx Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 Kawasaki N-250 + '09 Vulcan 900 Classic Lt Posts: A lot.	These "lowlifes" really do need to have their hands cut off and thrown to the wind.

December 17th, 2010, 11:18 PM	#4
bigrodge8 Handsome Devil!!! Name: Rodge Location: Bay St. Louis Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): 250R 07 Yamaha YZF-R6 Charcoal Silver Posts: 66	The suspect should have to watch as his children are dismembered in front of him and he is forced to cook and eat their shredded remains!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

December 18th, 2010, 02:08 AM	#6
ninja3575 ninjette.org addict Name: Jimmy Location: SoCal Join Date: Oct 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Ninja 250r Posts: 89	haha... yeah, I think Rodge was a bit overly enthusiastic about his support for justice... Anyway, to answer your question...There are a few guys on here parting out their bike from what i remember... maybe you could snag that ignition and key for cheap... Hope you speedily conclude this matter and get that peace of mind back ...

December 18th, 2010, 06:42 AM	#7
mrlmd ninjette.org sage Name: Marc Location: Crawfordville, Florida Join Date: Jan 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2005 Suzuki S50, 2006 Kawasaki Ninja EX250F, 1990 Honda PC800, 2000 Yamaha TW200 Posts: 848	Are you worried about replacing the key or having the bike stolen? If # 1 -Can't you get the key code from the dealer since this is a 2010 bike and have a new key made either by them or from a locksmith? And many a locksmith can "read" the lock tumblers and make a new key. On my 2006 the key code was stamped into the back of the helmet lock and I had no trouble with a locksmith making new keys. If # 2 - you are worried about him coming back and stealing your bike, first off - he has to know who you are and where you live, and you can secure the bike with a heavy chain, and it would be cheaper to put in an alarm instead of changing the ignition switch. Maybe you could catch the guy then if he came back after the bike. And if the bike were stolen, that's why you have insurance.

December 18th, 2010, 10:17 AM	#9
g21-30 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Sam Location: Northern Virginia Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): Ninja 250R 2009 Posts: A lot.	The key code is stamped on the ignition. Buy a new set (ignition and cowl).

December 18th, 2010, 10:20 AM	#10
Cab305 ninjette.org sage Name: Cab Location: Miami Beach Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): Blue 10 250r Posts: 697	Im getting a new chain today, the keys were stolen late last night so I couldn't really do much but watch the bike all night. The keys were taken about 10 blocks from were bike is, and I could easily be followed home (lots of traffic). I'm thinking of just getting a new monster lock, Im super broke, cant afford new ignition right now. As far as his children, my local south florida forum members had infinitely more creative solutions. (although that is pretty sick, get some therapy dude, lol)

December 18th, 2010, 04:19 PM	#12
mrlmd ninjette.org sage Name: Marc Location: Crawfordville, Florida Join Date: Jan 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2005 Suzuki S50, 2006 Kawasaki Ninja EX250F, 1990 Honda PC800, 2000 Yamaha TW200 Posts: 848	If somebody wants to steal your bike, they can do it with or without the key. Having the key just makes it a little easier than picking it up and carting it away. If you are worried, get the monster lock and chain it up to something.

December 18th, 2010, 04:41 PM	#13
FrugalNinja250 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Frugal Location: Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): Several Posts: A lot.	Least cost approach to getting it re-keyed is to remove the locks and take them to a lock smith and have him or her rekey the locks. The ignition will take some work to remove, the rest of the locks are fairly straightforward. As to the risk of theft, it could be high if they were casing you to establish what bike the keys went to, or it would be very low unless yours was the only motorcycle in your city. All the thefts I've heard about were just snatch and grabs, two guys hoist the bike into the back of a pickup or, around here, into a van. The thieves could care less about the keys.

December 19th, 2010, 08:25 AM	#15
addy126 ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: addy126 Location: Tx Join Date: May 2009 Motorcycle(s): '09 Kawasaki N-250 + '09 Vulcan 900 Classic Lt Posts: A lot.	Frankly I wouldn't doubt if he thought those keys were infact for the Jeep. Broke in tried em then just ran off. He may have seen someone coming through deciding to run with what he had in hand. I doubt he would figure out the "letter K" had any significance what so ever.

December 20th, 2010, 02:05 PM	#16
DaBlue1 Long Time Rider Name: Blue Location: Charlotte, NC Join Date: Sep 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Posts: A lot.	Wow. You must be in a rough neighborhood. Didn't someone break your bike and steal your battery a couple of months ago? Whoever it is I hope they catch them. The ignition switch by itself is a little over $101.00. The whole set is (ign., gas cap, seat lock) is about $250.00. replacement bolts and washers about $8.00. You have to remove the top fork clamp and drill out the two screws that hold the switch in place. Left hand bits or and extractor will drill and unscrew the bolts. Then it is just a mater of replacing the switch. The dealer will charge you whatever the labor rate is for a hour.

December 20th, 2010, 02:46 PM	#17
Cab305 ninjette.org sage Name: Cab Location: Miami Beach Join Date: Mar 2010 Motorcycle(s): Blue 10 250r Posts: 697	Yeah South Florida is notorious for bike thefts. Since i posted this. 2 complete bikes have been stolen on my local forum and my buddy had someone go under his cover and steal all the plastic from his R1 (didn't even notice till he took off cover) Criminals are everywhere, please be careful and let the popos handle it. Vigilantes only live long in comic books.