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Zero's keys
« on: March 24, 2017, 07:06:26 AM »

is it just me or is the choice of the key for the Zeros quite a bit disproportional?  ::)


It feels like a cheap mailbox key.


Every time I ride, I think the same thing and that is "Size Matters".


Tomorrow, I'll try to get a man key made  ;D


Well, one that actually speaks wow Zero, sleek design, this is THE key for the machine of the future.


Did anybody try to make a copy with a different beefier head?


Sorry, I didn't search the forum for an existing thread.


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Re: Zero's keys
« Reply #1 on: March 24, 2017, 08:33:21 AM »

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Re: Zero's keys
« Reply #2 on: March 26, 2017, 02:48:03 AM »

Yeah, this old thread covers what key it is:
http://electricmotorcycleforum.com/boards/index.php?topic=3546.msg20508#msg20508

And the wiki has an entry:
http://zeromanual.com/index.php/Unofficial_Service_Manual#Ignition_Switch




Oops.... thank you Brian. Shame on me for having been lazy.


I'll check it out tonight.


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Re: Zero's keys
« Reply #3 on: March 26, 2017, 08:05:15 AM »

No worries. Show us what kind of copy you manage to make, in case others want something with a more substantial fob.
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Re: Zero's keys
« Reply #4 on: March 26, 2017, 03:47:33 PM »

I checked the link, but it was mostly about the keyless options.
It didn't express concerns that our keys are feeling like mailbox keys.



I don't mind putting a key in turn and be on my way.
One less system to worry about breaking.


I haven't found time this week to go to the locksmith, but will do as soon as possible.


Unfortunately I have this bad feeling that nobody has a good blank.


I made new ones for my Suzuki GS-500 and they came with a proper head.


I wish me luck.


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Re: Zero's keys
« Reply #5 on: May 02, 2017, 09:36:20 PM »

Anybody know the part number for the MY17 tank lid lock or an equivalent that I could get with the proper keying? I retrofit the lid onto my MY16 bike, goal is to get a lock that matches the ignition so it's the same key. I have the 4 digit number for my original keys.

Also not afraid to ask a locksmith to do some custom work for me, but want a starting point.
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Re: Zero's keys
« Reply #6 on: June 21, 2020, 08:35:28 AM »

So I bought two Zadi blank keys for about $5 total, with plans to get copies of my '14SR ignition key cut at Ace Hardware...  They inform me that they can't/won't cut keys for which they don't provide the blank.  The locksmith they recommended said "$50 to cut them".  Any better ideas?  I mean I own a Dremel tool, and will try that before dropping fifty bucks.  No, I don't have the code.  Argh. :(
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Re: Zero's keys
« Reply #7 on: June 21, 2020, 09:14:38 AM »

Find another locksmith. Shouldn't cost more than $10 per key especially as you're providing the blanks, it's a quick and easy job and there's nothing special about the keys that they wouldn't work in a regular duplicator. I wouldn't go at it with a Dremel as you'll probably ruin the original, use a file instead.
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Re: Zero's keys
« Reply #8 on: June 21, 2020, 06:49:42 PM »

I have a 2018 S, and if that key reminds you of a mailbox key you must have some BEEFY mailbox where you live...  This key isn't any different from any other motorcycle key I have. 
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Re: Zero's keys
« Reply #9 on: June 21, 2020, 07:56:11 PM »

I have seen these kiosks in Kroger stores, copies any key it says.  I haven't tried them but it looks like you just stick the key in and it scans it and then grinds out a new key.  I'm not even sure of the price but they are at the front of the stores.
Might be worth a try.
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