I'd like to put a key ring through the Spyder key. Is it possible to drill a tiny hole at the top of the key without hitting anything important? I've seen the key covers/holders, but was hoping this would be another solution.
Yes, I have drilled 1/8" holes in the top of both of my Spyder keys.
I believe Finless Bob or Lamonster have posted how and where to drill the hole.
I'll research my records and see what I can find.
Yes, I have drilled 1/8" holes in the top of both of my Spyder keys.
I believe Finless Bob or Lamonster have posted how and where to drill the hole.
I'll research my records and see what I can find.
If you take a straight pin, and poke around a tiny bit near the top center of the key: you'll find that the hole is already there!
Just take the drill bit with your hand, and open it up!
I did this on my 2010 and 2014 RTs...
I did what LeftCoast did for a long time and it worked well. I just always had that sinking felling that someday I'd go to grab my key and wouldn't be there. So, now I have a small carabiner with a small short chain holding my key and its retainer, that I can clip onto my front belt loop. The chain is long enough to allow the key and holder to reach down halfway into my front pants pocket, so if anything breaks, the key and the holder will all fall on into my pocket. I also carry an non-chipped key separately, so I can access the front and rear trunk and side bags if I ever lost the chipped key.
I used duck tape around the key, with a hole for a split round thingy. Then I have a string to attach the key to a belt loop. I don't loose the key or leave it in the ignition when stopping. Not beautiful, but works. YMMV
~Sandee~
~Sandee~
2016 RT-L (Purchased used in February 2018)
RT Dash Mount (from JT's Spyder Store)
Kuryakin Trident Highway Pegs
Hopnel Pouch
Magic Mirrors
Spyderpops Foam Handgrips
Iron Butt #35273
Girls on Spyders #2779
Thank you,
Ray B.
These are the states I have driven my Spyder Rt Limited too.
Mudflap -- Walmart
Tricled Headlights and Fog lights -- valueaccessories.comRimsavers -- RimBladesUSA.com
Showchrome Tiregard (TPMS) -- motorcycleid.com
Front and side grilles -- CanAmSpyderAccessories
Passenger arm rest -- Diamond R Accessories
Rear axle caps -- Lamonster
Magic Mirrors -- Lamonster
Yellow and red running and blinker lights on fender --Show Chrome
TRUNK-MOUNTED, DOUBLE FLAG HOLDER -- Rivco
Rear Brake light for trunk -- Custom Dynamics
Bumpskid w/led lights -- Spyderpops
Seat cushion -- Airhawk
Cup holders -- Drink2Go
Ultragard-4-457BK-Black-Cover-Spyder -- Big Bike Parts
We have worn our keys on a lanyard like Left Coast has for 62000 miles. My wife has my spare and I have hers. We never have a sinking feeling because the keys are always around our neck, not in a jacket locked in the frunk or on the road somewhere. The OEM key holder is really secure so I always know where my keys are! All the other contraptions pictured work too!
White 2013 Spyder RT Limited. BajaRon Swaybar, Custom Dynamic Third Brake Light. Ultimate Custom Black and White seat with driver and passenger back rest. Gloryder Led Wheel lights.Custom Dynamics Led Bright sides, Amber and Red Fender lights, and Saddle Bag Bright sides.
2016 F3 Limited Intense Red Pearl. Lidlox, BRP Driver Back Rest, BRP Passenger Back Rest,Fog Lights, GPS, Signature Light! Custom Dynamics LED Bright Sides, Amber and Red Fender lights, and Saddle Bag Bright Sides.
And I don't worry about it at all! I just pull the key out of the ignition and drop it into my pocket! If I ever should lose it I will retrieve the non-chip key from behind the mirror, open the seat and trunk, and use the Torx driver to remove the passenger seat back. And there then in front of me is the chip spare key! A bit of a rigamarole to get to the spare but sure beats walking 20 miles to get another one! And there's nothing easier than just dropping the key into one's pocket. No lanyards, no carabiners, no key rings, no nuthin' to mess around with!
2014 Copper RTS
Tri-Axis bars, CB, BajaRon sway bar & shock adjusters, SpyderPop's Bumpskid, NBV peg brackets, LED headlights and modulator, Wolo trumpet air horns, trailer hitch, custom trailer harness, high mount turn signals, Custom Dynamics brake light, LED turn signal lights on mirrors, LED strip light for a dash light, garage door opener, LED lights in frunk, trunk, and saddlebags, RAM mounts and cradles for tablet (for GPS) and phone (for music), and Smooth Spyder belt tensioner.
Black Key Covers.jpeg
I have them in stock.
for a single key Gray color only $9.95
for a duel pack in Black $18.95
YOU DO NOT HAVE TO DRILL YOUR KEY.
Ride Safe
Dave
Originally Posted by Spyderman14RSS
I'd like to put a key ring through the Spyder key. Is it possible to drill a tiny hole at the top of the key without hitting anything important? I've seen the key covers/holders, but was hoping this would be another solution.
Thank you,
Ray B.
These are the states I have driven my Spyder Rt Limited too.
Mudflap -- Walmart
Tricled Headlights and Fog lights -- valueaccessories.comRimsavers -- RimBladesUSA.com
Showchrome Tiregard (TPMS) -- motorcycleid.com
Front and side grilles -- CanAmSpyderAccessories
Passenger arm rest -- Diamond R Accessories
Rear axle caps -- Lamonster
Magic Mirrors -- Lamonster
Yellow and red running and blinker lights on fender --Show Chrome
TRUNK-MOUNTED, DOUBLE FLAG HOLDER -- Rivco
Rear Brake light for trunk -- Custom Dynamics
Bumpskid w/led lights -- Spyderpops
Seat cushion -- Airhawk
Cup holders -- Drink2Go
Ultragard-4-457BK-Black-Cover-Spyder -- Big Bike Parts
Local key shop may have one, otherwise several sellers on Amazon or eBay. Look for Ilco X270.
2014 Copper RTS
Tri-Axis bars, CB, BajaRon sway bar & shock adjusters, SpyderPop's Bumpskid, NBV peg brackets, LED headlights and modulator, Wolo trumpet air horns, trailer hitch, custom trailer harness, high mount turn signals, Custom Dynamics brake light, LED turn signal lights on mirrors, LED strip light for a dash light, garage door opener, LED lights in frunk, trunk, and saddlebags, RAM mounts and cradles for tablet (for GPS) and phone (for music), and Smooth Spyder belt tensioner.
Thank you,
Ray B.
These are the states I have driven my Spyder Rt Limited too.
Mudflap -- Walmart
Tricled Headlights and Fog lights -- valueaccessories.comRimsavers -- RimBladesUSA.com
Showchrome Tiregard (TPMS) -- motorcycleid.com
Front and side grilles -- CanAmSpyderAccessories
Passenger arm rest -- Diamond R Accessories
Rear axle caps -- Lamonster
Magic Mirrors -- Lamonster
Yellow and red running and blinker lights on fender --Show Chrome
TRUNK-MOUNTED, DOUBLE FLAG HOLDER -- Rivco
Rear Brake light for trunk -- Custom Dynamics
Bumpskid w/led lights -- Spyderpops
Seat cushion -- Airhawk
Cup holders -- Drink2Go
Ultragard-4-457BK-Black-Cover-Spyder -- Big Bike Parts