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Bigben

Joined Aug 2008

50 Posts | 0+

York

Discussion Starter
• Aug 1, 2013

• #1

Iv got a gen 1 tuono and have got to put the handlebars in lock to remove the key.

This means I can't put it on the front paddock stand and leave it in the garage.

Does anyone know how to remove this system so I can leave the bats straight and take the key out?

 

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OlafTuono

Joined Jul 2009

1K Posts | 11+

Co. Durham - England

• Aug 1, 2013

• #2

Don't do it.

It will probably invalidate any insurance claim if it got stolen.

I am sure you can work round this with a bit of thought.

 

Zuki

Joined Dec 2011

106 Posts | 2+

Plymouth, Devon

• Aug 1, 2013

• #3

Or get a headstock stand that lifts it from the headstock so you are able to turn the bars,

 

Aldo

Joined Dec 2008

6K Posts | 84+

Usually at the top of the apple tree.

• Aug 1, 2013

• #4

Zuki why would a headstock stand let you turn the bars if they're locked. ???

 

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Bigben

Joined Aug 2008

50 Posts | 0+

York

Discussion Starter
• Aug 2, 2013

• #5

I would much prefer to be able to have the bars straight without the keys in. When we get to winter my bike gets stored on stands and covered as its alot more stable.

 

Keith B

Joined Oct 2010

2K Posts | 20+

The Fens.

• Aug 2, 2013

• #6

Bigben said:

Iv got a gen 1 tuono and have got to put the handlebars in lock to remove the key.

This means I can't put it on the front paddock stand and leave it in the garage.

Does anyone know how to remove this system so I can leave the bats straight and take the key out?

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Yer ign switch is wrong or knackered mate.You should be able to remove the key when its in the 'off' position.Have a look at the handbook,...the only position where the key cannot be removed is in the 'on' position.(page 28)

 

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Bigben

Joined Aug 2008

50 Posts | 0+

York

Discussion Starter
• Aug 2, 2013

• #7

I will have a look into it then. My handbook is in 3 languages non of which I speak unfortunately!

 

Zuki

Joined Dec 2011

106 Posts | 2+

Plymouth, Devon

• Aug 2, 2013

• #8

Aldo said:

Zuki why would a headstock stand let you turn the bars if they're locked. ???

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He would be able to lift the front so the forks are unloaded, then turn the bars and engage the steering lock.
So it's off the floor but still nice and secure

 

Aldo

Joined Dec 2008

6K Posts | 84+

Usually at the top of the apple tree.

• Aug 2, 2013

• #9

Zuki said:

He would be able to lift the front so the forks are unloaded, then turn the bars and engage the steering lock.
So it's off the floor but still nice and secure

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Gotcha mucker.

 

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Bigben

Joined Aug 2008

50 Posts | 0+

York

Discussion Starter
• Aug 2, 2013

• #10

Had a look and a quick squirt of wd40 and the key can now be removed without putting the steering in lock!

 

Keith B

Joined Oct 2010

2K Posts | 20+

The Fens.

• Aug 2, 2013

• #11

Bigben said:

Had a look and a quick squirt of wd40 and the key can now be removed without putting the steering in lock!

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:thumbup There ya go.Nice one.

 

rico

Joined Jun 2009

3K Posts | 3+

North East Ricoland

• Aug 2, 2013

• #12

Aldo said:

Gotcha mucker.

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