I bought a set of raingear off the eBay and found the dude's key and clicker in the pant's pocket. Out of curiosity I tried the key in my ignition and of course it didn't work. I did not crank it or anything dumb. Now when I go to turn the bike on using my key, you gotta wiggle it until it releases, like a poorly made copy. This is the same key I've used for a year without any issues, any thoughts on fixing it? Naturally it's the round key under the seat.

Thanks, guys.

 

spray a bit of luibe in there and give it a coupel "light taps" with the back of a screw driver.

 

My key was sticking so I used Dry Lube to lubricate it. worked like magic.
Dry Lube is nice because it does not leave an oily mess inside and lasts for a long time.

 

Yes powder graphite works great. Doesn't attract dust and grit. If you cant find that silicone spray would suffice.

 

I don't think the OP is referring to his key as sticking but it was caused by trying a key he found in some rain gear he bought.
it appears he is concerned whether damage to the tumblers in the switch/lock.
If you forced the key in it may have caused some damage. But I also recommend oiling the switch first.
I had a buddy that had a 09 cvo ultra and I had a 07 standard ultra and our keys would work on each others bike-switch but nothing else.

 

True, but inserting a different key will depress pins that have not been used and may be sticky causing the original key to stick. By lubricating the lock once and a while, it helps the pins bounce back easier and allow the tumbler to move smoothly. JMHO.

 

The best lube to try in this area is LPS1.

 

Shoot your skeet skeet else where.....all this talk about sticky holes and lube, get your head out of the gutter

 

+1 on that.