I'm glad I stumbled upon this... I did the same thing as I am getting my fairing and inner fairing painted. I let the HB roll to the left and they locked. I was having issues turning the tumbler with the screwdriver, so I went with a little bit of thought... I put the **** back in, it only went in the lock position, I pulled up a tad bit, and turned it to the OFF position. I figured the spring would have something to do with it, so I gave it a shot. HB are now in the unlock OFF position, but I cannot remove the **** which is OK with me. It can stay there until I get ready to put everything back together again.

 

Doesn't look like any one has posted here in a long time but I did this to mine tonight AND I think my lock is messed up too but I'm a new members so I can't see the pic that was put up sooooo now I have a long night ahead of me wish me luck!!

 

SALBEEZY, log out and you'll be able to see the pic. I had the same issue when I created an account. Until your 5 days are up, just log out to see pics.

 

thanks joe !!

 

This has helped me many times, worth a look could be helpful !!

 

Instead of messing around, get this inexpensive tool and you will not have to worry about screwed up ignition switches when you remove the switch ****.

http://www.marcparnes.com/HarleyIgnitionSwitchTool.htm

 

The OP has already gotten his switch back together but didn't bother to come back to his post and let everyone know.

2010 Limited with some stuff

 

Isn't there a 'How To' thread here on HDF about making a tool out of copper wire to align the ignition?

 

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