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« Reply #1 on: January 02, 2011, 08:44:09 AM » |
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« Reply #2 on: January 02, 2011, 09:19:09 AM » |
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Smokin'Joe showed me that trick a few years back and I have done all my valks with the grip ends. I've often thought about trying to do something else, but like you said with the grip ends nobody knows what it is  |
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« Reply #3 on: January 02, 2011, 09:41:38 AM » |
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Smokin'Joe showed me that trick a few years back and I have done all my valks with the grip ends. I've often thought about trying to do something else, but like you said with the grip ends nobody knows what it is I made my first one in 1978 on a Honda 750....I've got a drawer full of them in the garage...Here's a couple shots one like you made.  And this one made from a chrome cabinet knob.  |
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« Reply #4 on: January 02, 2011, 10:16:54 AM » |
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I think I will make mine look like a cigerette lighter.
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« Reply #5 on: August 12, 2015, 04:13:23 AM » |
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What if you made one to look like an ignition switch without the key in it? No one would know if you accidentally left your key in. :p
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« Reply #6 on: August 12, 2015, 04:20:13 AM » |
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What if you made one to look like an ignition switch without the key in it? No one would know if you accidentally left your key in. :p
now that is a good idea! off to find an old switch |
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« Reply #7 on: August 12, 2015, 08:42:16 AM » |
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What is used as a filler/glue? I like the idea and have often thought of doing it, just never got around 2it!
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« Reply #8 on: August 12, 2015, 08:50:31 AM » |
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What is used as a filler/glue? I like the idea and have often thought of doing it, just never got around 2it!
I used JB Weld on one and a generic 2 part epoxy on another. You may need to grind the key down to fit into the cap or whatever you use. And be sure to measure/check the fit into the lock before you glue it in place. If it's too deep or too shallow, the key won't turn. And then you drill out the epoxy to get the key out and do it all over again. a PITA |
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« Reply #9 on: August 12, 2015, 09:07:51 AM » |
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Gorilla Glue works jus' fine.
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« Reply #10 on: August 12, 2015, 07:37:27 PM » |
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I have some Harley end caps off some old grips. That would really throw folks for a loop. |
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« Reply #11 on: August 13, 2015, 08:15:47 AM » |
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Did that years ago on my Road*. Used a chrome semi lug nut cover. At a glance it makes the bike look like there isn't a key in it. Guess that is the point. 5 minute epoxy works well to but let it set over night.
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« Reply #12 on: August 13, 2015, 10:46:18 AM » |
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I like the way my lugnut turned out....  |
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« Reply #13 on: August 13, 2015, 11:01:13 AM » |
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somebody help me out here....is this just a decorative mod to use while the bike is in use?
or is this so that the key can be left in the ignition 24/7 even when the bike is unattended? if so, why?
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« Reply #14 on: August 13, 2015, 01:55:44 PM » |
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both ....  because they can ....  $0.02 |
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« Reply #15 on: August 13, 2015, 04:25:05 PM » |
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When reporting a stolen vehicle, one does not want to make a false police report. If you say you didn't leave a key in it and it is recovered with a key in it (esp. a fancy custom key), it's hard to explain. On the other hand, reporting that you left the key in the vehicle (assisting them in the theft) can have repercussions in an insurance settlement (as in there might not be one). If the thief kills or maims himself (or others) in your stolen vehicle you left the key in, a creative plaintiff's shyster might even argue you are partially at fault in the death (maiming ) of his client the thief (or others). It's happened. Ergo, I think those hidden keys are cool too, but I would recommend against walking very far away from your bike with any key in it. Do what you want. (Yes, very few Valks are stolen... because they are SO damn heavy  ) |
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« Reply #16 on: August 13, 2015, 04:33:41 PM » |
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I did mine with a I/S radio knob
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« Reply #17 on: August 13, 2015, 04:36:43 PM » |
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I did mine with a I/S radio knob
The IS radio has knobs? |
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« Reply #18 on: August 14, 2015, 07:58:28 AM » |
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Make it out of an old heater knob, that says heater. That'll throw em.
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« Reply #19 on: August 14, 2015, 01:15:11 PM » |
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I did mine with a I/S radio knob
The IS radio has knobs? Exactly what I was thinking. That little flipper would not look good on a key.  |
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« Reply #20 on: August 15, 2015, 12:18:20 PM » |
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I made one a couple of years ago and soon found that you have to carry an extra key to open the gas cap because if you make the key short enough to look right in the ignition, it is too short to open the gas cap. However, I do like the looks of it enough to carry another key...Jim
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« Reply #21 on: August 15, 2015, 02:18:39 PM » |
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I made one a couple of years ago and soon found that you have to carry an extra key to open the gas cap because if you make the key short enough to look right in the ignition, it is too short to open the gas cap. However, I do like the looks of it enough to carry another key...Jim
Just mark the key in the ignition switch and bury in the fob to the mark... It will work in trunk , saddlebags , gas cap and lock the forks. |
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« Reply #22 on: August 15, 2015, 03:27:20 PM » |
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I made one a couple of years ago and soon found that you have to carry an extra key to open the gas cap because if you make the key short enough to look right in the ignition, it is too short to open the gas cap. However, I do like the looks of it enough to carry another key...Jim
Just mark the key in the ignition switch and bury in the fob to the mark... It will work in trunk , saddlebags , gas cap and lock the forks. You do need to leave a hair more then the ignition because of the gas cap cover that slides to the side to uncover the key hole can hang you up if too tight. |
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« Reply #23 on: August 15, 2015, 04:02:51 PM » |
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Make it out of an old heater knob, that says heater. That'll throw em.
I love this idea now, where would one find a chrome heater knob? I know, if I want one, go find it myself. Just thought someone might know. |
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« Reply #24 on: August 15, 2015, 04:14:35 PM » |
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A nice chrome boob/nipple would be nice...... but everyone would be feeling it.
Best to not stand out at all.
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« Reply #25 on: August 15, 2015, 04:17:05 PM » |
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Best to not stand out at all.
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