no ignition swt allignment tool
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no ignition swt allignment tool
Ok, I have started the process of changing my fork legs and I get to the part where I need to remove key switch and plate (in order to remove instrument nacelle). This is a 2011 RGC. Once I remove the switch ****, I need to unlock the steering head , the manual calls for an alignment tool in order to do so. Of course I dont have one of those in my tool box.I have read about flashlight and screw driver method, but that does not seem plausible in this instance. Am I missing something or is there another way.
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Yeah, but there's also a cat on here that makes these ignition tools..
Always a good idea to support your local, if ya know what I mean.
I bought one.. and it's a quality tool..
http://www.marcparnes.com/HarleyIgnitionSwitchTool.htm
Always a good idea to support your local, if ya know what I mean.
I bought one.. and it's a quality tool..
http://www.marcparnes.com/HarleyIgnitionSwitchTool.htm
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Yeah, but there's also a cat on here that makes these ignition tools..
Always a good idea to support your local, if ya know what I mean.
I bought one.. and it's a quality tool..
http://www.marcparnes.com/HarleyIgnitionSwitchTool.htm
Always a good idea to support your local, if ya know what I mean.
I bought one.. and it's a quality tool..
http://www.marcparnes.com/HarleyIgnitionSwitchTool.htm
Thats a good hit. I just ordered one. For 25 bucks why not. Thanks...
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1. lock steering to left.
2. insert key and push pin under ignition switch and turn left.
3. remove key switch
4. unscrew retainer
5. remove plastic cover
6. reassemble retainer hand tight
7. insert key switch
8. switch works as it should unlock bars and work on bike.
9. repeat process and reassemble
The important point is to make sure to only remove the key switch with the bars locked left. No need for a tool unless you are removing the actual ignition switch itself not the key switch that turns it. The other reason for a tool is if you take the switch out when the bars are NOT locked left and you need to reallign the ignition switch to insert the key switch correctly. This can be done with an appropriately sized flat blade screwdriver but it is a major pita.
2. insert key and push pin under ignition switch and turn left.
3. remove key switch
4. unscrew retainer
5. remove plastic cover
6. reassemble retainer hand tight
7. insert key switch
8. switch works as it should unlock bars and work on bike.
9. repeat process and reassemble
The important point is to make sure to only remove the key switch with the bars locked left. No need for a tool unless you are removing the actual ignition switch itself not the key switch that turns it. The other reason for a tool is if you take the switch out when the bars are NOT locked left and you need to reallign the ignition switch to insert the key switch correctly. This can be done with an appropriately sized flat blade screwdriver but it is a major pita.