Just a thought

[Dragonrider]

I have always been concerned about losing my key on a trip, so I had a non-chipped key made for $2.25, and put it in a small box in the oil inspection area of my RT. This key won't start the bike, but will open the frunk and rear bags, where I have hidden my spare chipped key. Like an extra gallon of gas, it adds to my peace of mind on a trip....

 

[LV2RYDE]

Is it a replica of trunk key?

I have always been concerned about losing my key on a trip, so I had a non-chipped key made for $2.25, and put it in a small box in the oil inspection area of my RT. This key won't start the bike, but will open the frunk and rear bags, where I have hidden my spare chipped key. Like an extra gallon of gas, it adds to my peace of mind on a trip....

Is it replica of trunk key? Is that from the dealer at your own cost???

 

[Bob Denman]

An Ilco X-270 keyblank can be cut to fit the switches on the Spyders by any hardware store with the machine... :thumbup:
Dragonrider; I've exactly the same as you have!

 

[ChasCS]

Good idea, a safety key

That's a bright idea, and could save you hundreds of dollars down the road.

Chas

 

[LV2RYDE]

Thanks Bob

An Ilco X-270 keyblank can be cut to fit the switches on the Spyders by any hardware store with the machine... :thumbup:
Dragonrider; I've exactly the same as you have!

On 2 long trips, 2 riders locked their keys in the drunk. Not fun for them or other riders.
thanks for the info:bowdown:

 

[Bob Denman]

Keep the "Dummy" Key where you can get to it...
Throw a "Chipped" one in the bottom of the trunk. :2thumbs:

My Dummy is right in the glovebox.
Only Spyder owners even know that it opens up.

 

[DrewNJ]

Having a chipped key on these machines is kind of pointless anyway. Its not like a thief is going to try to hotwire it. If someone's going to steal it its going right on a trailer....

 

[Bob Denman]

Shhhhhh.
This is just between us, right?

I have my fully operational spare key tiewrapped under the speaker cover.
For security reasons I can't divulge if it's the left or right panel.
I'm sure you understand.

:shocked: Can you give me a hint??
Front; or Rear?

 

[DrewNJ]

Anyone ever test the range of the chip with a chipless key? Will the spyder start if you hold a chipped key close? Will the spyder then continue to run if that chipped key then goes out of range??

 

[Bob Denman]

They pretty much have to be touching...:thumbup:

 

[Oldmanzues]

Unchipped key hidden, but available. Chipped key in trunk or frunk, and as a safety feacture a third key at home, while you are riding local or out on the road somewhere.
That third key (or more) is cheap insurence for lost keys. I had four lost one somewhere.
Oldmanzues

 

[sabunim5]

Old school solution

Many of us long ago installed emergency release mechanisms for our trunks and often keep the spare key in the trunk. A piece of stainless wire or fishing leader is cheaper than a spare key. I have a home made IPS so I hardly ever remove my key. My wife carries the spare key when we travel together.

 

[Chupaca]

Two..!!

Carry one in my pocket and one around my neck. But common is putting your key in your jacket pocket then locking the jacket in your frunk...having an extra is a good idea however you work it...:2thumbs:

 

[ChasCS]

Two keys are better than one.

Thankfully, mine came with two keys...

Pretty difficult to lock yourself in the frunk, with both keys!! ;-)
I make it a point to turn off the bike, open the frunk, and place my key on the holder, in my pants pocket. Then when I lock up, it's safe every time. No fumbling.

Chas

 

[SPECTACUALR SPIDERMAN]

i would still prefer keyless start with key fob