Bloody security system...
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There's a key?
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1. If the FOB is attached to the key while riding, it will flail around and continually bounce against the gas tank or frame. Over time this might damage the internals of the FOB.
2. Possibly more important, if someone gets their hands on the key they wouldn't be able to start the scooter without the FOB. Assuming they didn't know the security code.
Ron
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This would seem to be a simple solution, but it is not one I would, or do, use for these reasons.
1. If the FOB is attached to the key while riding, it will flail around and continually bounce against the gas tank or frame. Over time this might damage the internals of the FOB.
2. Possibly more important, if someone gets their hands on the key they wouldn't be able to start the scooter without the FOB. Assuming they didn't know the security code.
Ron
1. If the FOB is attached to the key while riding, it will flail around and continually bounce against the gas tank or frame. Over time this might damage the internals of the FOB.
2. Possibly more important, if someone gets their hands on the key they wouldn't be able to start the scooter without the FOB. Assuming they didn't know the security code.
Ron
I keep the fob and the key in my pocket when I ride. The only time the key comes out is to lock or unlock something.
Last edited by onfloat; Oct 17, 2010 at 12:43 AM.
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If that's the case it sure would make more people buy a security system. What a marketing ploy! And my comments was meant to explain why putting the FOB and key on the same ring wouldn't be a good idea. Anybody that doesn't even use an ignition key should not bother reading the post.
Ron
Last edited by rjg883c; Oct 18, 2010 at 01:21 AM.
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I also keep my key attached to my fob. It's always in my pocket... never had a problem. I've never been one to hang my keys anywhere... too easy to misplace, forget, someone else to take, steal, etc... When I stop, I always lock the ignition and bars. Added the Radio Shack siren as well, and when called for, also use a thick cable lock. When I go, I unlock the ignition, bars, (remove cable lock if used), and put the key/fob back in my pocket. Pretty simple.
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The key of which I post is the ignition key. I, and most of us, don't have a "keyless system". You didn't indicate what you ride. Do you really not have an ignition key? Do new Harleys really not have ignition keys?
If that's the case it sure would make more people buy a security system. What a marketing ploy! And my comments was meant to explain why putting the FOB and key on the same ring wouldn't be a good idea. Anybody that doesn't even use an ignition key should not bother reading the post.
Ron
If that's the case it sure would make more people buy a security system. What a marketing ploy! And my comments was meant to explain why putting the FOB and key on the same ring wouldn't be a good idea. Anybody that doesn't even use an ignition key should not bother reading the post.
Ron
I wouldn't have known not to read your post until after I read it.
Last edited by onfloat; Oct 18, 2010 at 02:13 AM.
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I also keep the ignition key and the fob on the same ring. I hated the fact it was flopping in the breeze everytime you ride. Poor design from the moco that it is not removeable and you have to leave the key in. Luckily there is a quick fix for it, I just ground the nub off of the key and it is now removeable. Some people stated earlier in this thread that you can buy a siren from radio shack. Two questions. First were is it wired into, and as I have a lowrider where would I place it? Can I wire in the horn and use that instead?
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I like my security system, makes it easier to enjoy the bike.
Here's the bare truth, Foxter -- You F'ed up. It was your fault, not the MoCo's. But I can understand it. Morning, time for work, thinking about a hundred other things, haul *** out of the house, forget the key because subconsciously you know the bike doesn't require the key.
And "WHY" doesn't the bike require the key? Because you're not locking the forks at night. When I brought mine home, I immediately identified a potential problem -- Riding away without the key. So, being an absent-minded old fart, I make it a habit to lock the forks at night. Whenever the bike is at home, under all circumstances, the forks are locked or the key is in my pocket. Period.
Lock the forks at night, dood. At work? If you feel safe, no biggie. Why? Because you already have the key with you. At the local Pub? Same-same.
But, you get up in the morning, the kids are whiney, the wife is crabby, you're late for work, you're thinking about that cute little blonde in the office, you go out to the bike and -- Damnation!! The forks are locked and you need the key. Fail safe.
Now watch, I'll commit the same sin. Me and my big mouth.
Here's the bare truth, Foxter -- You F'ed up. It was your fault, not the MoCo's. But I can understand it. Morning, time for work, thinking about a hundred other things, haul *** out of the house, forget the key because subconsciously you know the bike doesn't require the key.
And "WHY" doesn't the bike require the key? Because you're not locking the forks at night. When I brought mine home, I immediately identified a potential problem -- Riding away without the key. So, being an absent-minded old fart, I make it a habit to lock the forks at night. Whenever the bike is at home, under all circumstances, the forks are locked or the key is in my pocket. Period.
Lock the forks at night, dood. At work? If you feel safe, no biggie. Why? Because you already have the key with you. At the local Pub? Same-same.
But, you get up in the morning, the kids are whiney, the wife is crabby, you're late for work, you're thinking about that cute little blonde in the office, you go out to the bike and -- Damnation!! The forks are locked and you need the key. Fail safe.
Now watch, I'll commit the same sin. Me and my big mouth.