nogrey
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« on: December 19, 2018, 07:13:38 AM » |
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OK, so my “new to me” Interstate is arriving today but because of a debaucle with the paperwork, I haven’t received the keys from the dealership I bought it from. Bike was purchased in IL, and I live in ID. They close their shop the 15th for the rest of the year. No big deal about riding it, but I need to get the seat off so I can start some of the mods I want to do. Anyone have a suggestion as to how I might do that without keys?
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Skinhead
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« Reply #1 on: December 19, 2018, 07:32:32 AM » |
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If you remove the left side cover, you might be able to snag the cable to the latch or the latch itself with a hooked clothes hanger or similar tool. It's not easy but can be done.
PS. Removing the coolant recovery tank might help you be able to see/access the latch.
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« Reply #2 on: December 19, 2018, 07:54:04 AM » |
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If you remove the left side cover, you might be able to snag the cable to the latch or the latch itself with a hooked clothes hanger or similar tool. It's not easy but can be done.
BTW be very careful when removing the side cover. It is very easy break tabs on it (if they aren't already damaged) if you don't follow the proper procedure. |
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nogrey
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« Reply #3 on: December 19, 2018, 07:55:08 AM » |
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If you remove the left side cover, you might be able to snag the cable to the latch or the latch itself with a hooked clothes hanger or similar tool. It's not easy but can be done.
PS. Removing the coolant recovery tank might help you be able to see/access the latch.
Thanks. Was thinking that very thing. I’ll give it a whirl! |
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« Reply #4 on: December 19, 2018, 11:19:19 AM » |
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Just did this on my son's new to him 2000 Tourer by taking the right side (I think) cover off. I his case the cable had corroded inside the sleeve and the key would not operate it. Were able to release the cable hook and after seat was off get the whole assembly out and lube it up real well. Works as it should now.
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« Reply #5 on: December 19, 2018, 12:38:46 PM » |
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Just did this on my son's new to him 2000 Tourer by taking the right side (I think) cover off. I his case the cable had corroded inside the sleeve and the key would not operate it. Were able to release the cable hook and after seat was off get the whole assembly out and lube it up real well. Works as it should now.
You can get to it from either side, but on an interstate, the radio connectors may make it more difficult from the right. Also the Positive battery cable and a lot of electrical connections are on the right, less chance of a short while routing around if you go in from the left. |
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nogrey
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« Reply #6 on: December 20, 2018, 06:33:21 AM » |
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Thanks everyone.
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« Reply #7 on: December 20, 2018, 05:06:58 PM » |
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So Jonesz,
What is the proper method for taking off the side cover????
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« Reply #8 on: December 21, 2018, 03:26:59 AM » |
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Maybe take the vin# to our local dealer and have a key cut? da prez and I are curious-which dealer in Illinois didja purchase yer Phatt Lady at please? RIDE SAFE.
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nogrey
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« Reply #9 on: December 21, 2018, 05:26:32 AM » |
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So Jonesz,
What is the proper method for taking off the side cover????
Good question, and here is the answer. Grab the cover from the side that is nearest the rear tire and gently, but firmly pull straight towards yourself. As it comes away, it will still be captive at the end nearest the front of the bike. There is a small plastic tab at the front. Slowly pull the rearmost part of a cover as though it were hinged in the front. Watch the front of the cover until you can see the tab clear the cover and then pull the cover away. I’ll make a quick video and post it on youtube for you. Here’s the link: http://youtu.be/ZtwMOm804Hc |
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« Reply #10 on: December 21, 2018, 06:20:21 AM » |
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Hey all: I ended up removing both side covers, removing the screws to the center cover, pulled the center cover out far enough to access the cable with a pair of long needlenose pliers. Then sort of pushed on the cable until the seat latch released. Wasn’t bad, but not straight-forward either. Thanks for the tips.
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« Reply #11 on: December 24, 2018, 04:24:43 PM » |
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Great video, thank you very much!
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« Reply #12 on: December 24, 2018, 10:22:11 PM » |
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Hey all: I ended up removing both side covers, removing the screws to the center cover, pulled the center cover out far enough to access the cable with a pair of long needlenose pliers. Then sort of pushed on the cable until the seat latch released. Wasn’t bad, but not straight-forward either. Thanks for the tips.
I did something lie this some year back when my key didn't work, and when the seat got off I added a string to the lock which can easily be hidden on the top f the motor, so now I use that string every time I take the seat off. I think it s more easy and more functioning proof than they key solution.  |
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