Ignition Switch Alignment Tool
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Recently helped a friend with a handlebar swap on a 2014 Limited. The Alignment Tool I had for my 2012 Limited wouldn't work on his 2014. Just had to grind it down some to make it thinner and it worked fine.
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I guess I don't understand the need for a tool, bought or homemade. I did my bars, and now have the gauge console off for another project.
All I did was take the switch out to remove the gauges and stuff and just slid the switch back in so I could unlock the forks. Why use something else when the switch itself does exactly what's needed? (Serious question by the way, not trying to stir the pot)
All I did was take the switch out to remove the gauges and stuff and just slid the switch back in so I could unlock the forks. Why use something else when the switch itself does exactly what's needed? (Serious question by the way, not trying to stir the pot)
Last edited by Cygnusx51; 02-23-2017 at 02:51 PM.
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I guess I don't understand the need for a tool, bought or homemade. I did my bars, and now have the gauge console off for another project.
All I did was take the switch out to remove the gauges and stuff and just slid the switch back in so I could unlock the forks. Why use something else when the switch itself does exactly what's needed? (Serious question by the way, not trying to stir the pot)
All I did was take the switch out to remove the gauges and stuff and just slid the switch back in so I could unlock the forks. Why use something else when the switch itself does exactly what's needed? (Serious question by the way, not trying to stir the pot)
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I agree, unless I'm missing something. I've had my switch panel off many times. I've never had to remove the ignition switch or even turn the switch for that matter. The panel does come off without taking the ignition switch out. You have to find the right handle bar/fairing position but not a big deal.
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2nd post in HD Forums on the subject.
I've had the switch out many times between the 05 EGC and the 14 Ultra, never had a problem.
Yesterday I accidentally moved my handlebars while the switch was out, tried various screwdriver sizes and things and now I can't get the bars to unlock with the big handle "switch" (not the key switch) in any position.
I'm assuming something is out of sync with the "tumblers"?
I just made one of the smashed copper tube tool.
I think I'll wait to see if anyone has had the same problem before I just go in hell bent.
Any 1st hand advice is appreciated.
I've had the switch out many times between the 05 EGC and the 14 Ultra, never had a problem.
Yesterday I accidentally moved my handlebars while the switch was out, tried various screwdriver sizes and things and now I can't get the bars to unlock with the big handle "switch" (not the key switch) in any position.
I'm assuming something is out of sync with the "tumblers"?
I just made one of the smashed copper tube tool.
I think I'll wait to see if anyone has had the same problem before I just go in hell bent.
Any 1st hand advice is appreciated.
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2nd post in HD Forums on the subject.
I've had the switch out many times between the 05 EGC and the 14 Ultra, never had a problem.
Yesterday I accidentally moved my handlebars while the switch was out, tried various screwdriver sizes and things and now I can't get the bars to unlock with the big handle "switch" (not the key switch) in any position.
I'm assuming something is out of sync with the "tumblers"?
I just made one of the smashed copper tube tool.
I think I'll wait to see if anyone has had the same problem before I just go in hell bent.
Any 1st hand advice is appreciated.
I've had the switch out many times between the 05 EGC and the 14 Ultra, never had a problem.
Yesterday I accidentally moved my handlebars while the switch was out, tried various screwdriver sizes and things and now I can't get the bars to unlock with the big handle "switch" (not the key switch) in any position.
I'm assuming something is out of sync with the "tumblers"?
I just made one of the smashed copper tube tool.
I think I'll wait to see if anyone has had the same problem before I just go in hell bent.
Any 1st hand advice is appreciated.
Did the same once, I had to remove the entire ignition switch and take it apart to re-align the tumblers. You'll need a set of anti tamper screwdrivers to disassemble the switch. Fun stuff ;(
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