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Old Aug 19, 2014 | 10:12 PM
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The key that I had with my Sportster was flat and cut on both sides. My new key for my Switchback is round? Is there any reason behind that? Just wondering. Thanks, Dave
 
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Old Aug 19, 2014 | 10:35 PM
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As long as it does it's job a key is a key is a key right?
 
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Could it be something like we turn the ignition on and remove the key? On a Sporty, they stay in and won't pull out until you turn the ignition off.

Maybe something to do with its on the console not down by the engine! Makes for a clean finish?

I dunno.
 
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Old Aug 20, 2014 | 04:22 AM
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I think they are a much more shallow and the lock more compact. Also Touring bikes with the locking gas cap uses the tubular key which is low-security so can be opened with any tubular Harley bike key (I know, I have done it)
 
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I'm on my second Harley and I've actually never used the key....
 
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It's because if they gave you a flat key, it would not fit the round hole on the switchback.
 
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Originally Posted by f-250ford
It's because if they gave you a flat key, it would not fit the round hole on the switchback.
 
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