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Bad Key
- Thread starter bdwheat
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As a warning to you all, you can not get a replacement key programmed to match your bike, if you don't have a working key with you.
If you lose your key while you're out on the road, make sure you have an extra hidden somewhere on the vehicle that you can get to without needing a key, or you will have to buy a new ignition switch and a new DISS module to be able to start the bike and ride, and once again have two keys.
Don't ask how I know this, just know that the cost is over $300. Oh, I'll tell you anyway...
I only had one key, and when it got damaged and lost it's ability to communicate with the DISS, there is no way to program a new key. As unlikely as it seems, you can not get a replacement key if you don't have a working key.
I found this warning in the owner's manual....
"NOTE: Your should receive two keys with your vehicle. Each key contains a computer chip specifically pre-programmed to start your vehicle. Store the spare key in a safe place because you MUST have your spare key to have another one made....."
Don't ever leave home without both keys. One in the ignition and one taped, or tie-strapped to the bike somewhere. Not in the trunk or under the seat. You need a key to get there!
If I were buying a new Spyder now, knowing this, I would have an extra key made so that there were three keys, then I could always have a backup at home in case of a bad situation. Or, if you only have one key, go get another made BEFORE you need it!
If you lose your key while you're out on the road, make sure you have an extra hidden somewhere on the vehicle that you can get to without needing a key, or you will have to buy a new ignition switch and a new DISS module to be able to start the bike and ride, and once again have two keys.
Don't ask how I know this, just know that the cost is over $300. Oh, I'll tell you anyway...
I only had one key, and when it got damaged and lost it's ability to communicate with the DISS, there is no way to program a new key. As unlikely as it seems, you can not get a replacement key if you don't have a working key.
I found this warning in the owner's manual....
"NOTE: Your should receive two keys with your vehicle. Each key contains a computer chip specifically pre-programmed to start your vehicle. Store the spare key in a safe place because you MUST have your spare key to have another one made....."
Don't ever leave home without both keys. One in the ignition and one taped, or tie-strapped to the bike somewhere. Not in the trunk or under the seat. You need a key to get there!
If I were buying a new Spyder now, knowing this, I would have an extra key made so that there were three keys, then I could always have a backup at home in case of a bad situation. Or, if you only have one key, go get another made BEFORE you need it!
fastfraser
Blazing Member
welcome Must remember that next time i get a new :spyder2:. Get 3 keys!
bone crusher
Alignment Specialist
I'm not sure you can order just one key...I think you have order two or a whole new setup...can someone check on that?
Also, I see no need to travel with the second key...a little bit of overkill IMHO...just another thing to get lost. I don't travel with two car keys or two house keys either, just the one...
If I lose it then either I'll get a tow or if far away will have the spare over-nighted to me...I think the important point here is that as long as you have ONE of the keys somewhere, you'll be fine...then again, if I lost a key or one was stolen, I'd have the whole setup replaced anyway...
Actually, hubby and I each have a key to the other's vehicle with us at all times. So I always carry a Victory key and he always carries a Spyder key with him. Just in case someone loses a key, locks it into a bag, whatever. My parents got us started to do this. They do it as well. It just makes sense for us. Neurotic? Probably. But it works.
NancysToy
Motorbike Professor
Ditto, goes for cars, too.
bone crusher
Alignment Specialist
That's a good idea...my wife and I have our spares but seldom take them with us...we do know where they are, though, if needed...
SpyderFun
New member
:agree:
Provide your car or motorcycle has ONSTAR! Be the "Boy Scout" by always being prepared for the worse case scenario - IMHO. If riding 2-up, give the spare to your pax to carry. And IF you both loose both sets of keys, you may want to reconsider driving anything all together! :roflblack:
One big advantage with living in a small country, never very far to go if something goes wrong, I think the drive from the very south to very north would be only eight hours without stopping. Good for me because if I brought my spare with me, I would definately loose both, so I leave it at home. Worst case, can have the spare the next day.:clap:
Good idea though to have a third.
Good idea though to have a third.
:agree:This is true! :ani29:
