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    i missplayced the key on one of my bikes ('88 honda hawk) thats been off the road for a few years since ive been on the vtr only, so i have the key# and go to my small local keyshop and he cuts one for $15------------OK, but------key works on ignition but NOT ON FUEL TANK-----thats a problem, right ?-----so IM LOOKING FOR ADVICE, anything NOT including drilling------ View attachment 1061
     

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    Does the new key operate the seat lock?
     
    Captain 80s, Jun 20, 2026 at 4:10 PM


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    havent checked but will soon
     
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    It should operate all the locks--they're not sophisticated. Maybe the wafers/pins in the tank lock are worn, and the key is too perfect? Try some powdered graphite and some aggressive wiggling...

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    JZH, Jun 21, 2026 at 7:20 AM


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