Ignition keys standard ?
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Ignition keys standard ?
Might be a dumb question, but have to ask it. Are HD keys standard? I only received one key when purchasing my bike and was told by the dealership that they are ordering another one. 7-8 days before it arrives.
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Harley ships bikes with two keys. Apparently one of your keys has fallen through the cracks, either by Harley or the Dealership. Dealerships can order duplicate keys by using the frame number. FYI, if in the future you decide to order more keys at your own cost, you're going to be surprised at the price. It's cheaper to order a new aftermarket ignition switch which comes with 2 keys. Got one from JP Cycles which was higher quality than the stock Harley switch.
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Harley ships bikes with two keys. Apparently one of your keys has fallen through the cracks, either by Harley or the Dealership. Dealerships can order duplicate keys by using the frame number. FYI, if in the future you decide to order more keys at your own cost, you're going to be surprised at the price. It's cheaper to order a new aftermarket ignition switch which comes with 2 keys. Got one from JP Cycles which was higher quality than the stock Harley switch.
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I don't know how much a replacement key is from HD or how much the aftermarket ignition switch is olongapo1 mentioned but another option is to purchase the Lockset for Heritage Flat Top & Lock Kit. It comes with two barrel locks and two keys matched to the ignition. It costs $39.95.
http://www.harley-davidson.com/gma/g...6&default=none
http://www.harley-davidson.com/gma/g...6&default=none
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Ok, I was told it was on the bike when I took delivery of it at my home. I responded, "No it wasn't". Even the delivery dude helped me look for it, but nothing. I've been jumping through hoops to get a second one. Went back today to get a second security fob programmed as that was missing as well. Was told I'll have a second key in about 8 days, which they'll mail to me.
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Harley ships bikes with two keys. Apparently one of your keys has fallen through the cracks, either by Harley or the Dealership. Dealerships can order duplicate keys by using the frame number. FYI, if in the future you decide to order more keys at your own cost, you're going to be surprised at the price. It's cheaper to order a new aftermarket ignition switch which comes with 2 keys. Got one from JP Cycles which was higher quality than the stock Harley switch.
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Ok, I was told it was on the bike when I took delivery of it at my home. I responded, "No it wasn't". Even the delivery dude helped me look for it, but nothing. I've been jumping through hoops to get a second one. Went back today to get a second security fob programmed as that was missing as well. Was told I'll have a second key in about 8 days, which they'll mail to me.
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Apparently I'm required to justify my previous post! OK, roughly 4 years ago I purchased an 02 Fatboy without any keys. Seller had lost them. Ordered 2 replacement keys from a Harley dealer in Washington State and was charged close to 45 dollars. A year later, the ignition switch gave out so I ordered an aftermarket replacement switch from JP Cycles for roughly 40 bucks. The switch came with 2 keys and compared side by side to the stock switch it was of much better construction. Better chrome, heavier construction, and a more solidly constructed hinge on the cover.
Every time I purchase a used bike I replace the ignition switch just for the comfort of knowing I have the only keys. By the way, these switches do often fail. I've replaced many on my brothers bikes and carry an extra in my saddlebags for road side repairs.
Every time I purchase a used bike I replace the ignition switch just for the comfort of knowing I have the only keys. By the way, these switches do often fail. I've replaced many on my brothers bikes and carry an extra in my saddlebags for road side repairs.
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I ordered replacement key from the local dealer, He was in trouble with the MOCO so they wouldn't ship it. But that's another story.
Anyway the key was $14.00.
Found and ordered blanks on line, 2 for $8.00, and the local hardware shore cut them for free.
Anyway the key was $14.00.
Found and ordered blanks on line, 2 for $8.00, and the local hardware shore cut them for free.