Key Management

[Buckaroo]

I have almost left my key in the ignition twice. Is there a better way to keep from forgetting it or somehow attaching it to a keychain?:dontknow:

 

[GeminiJane]

The good news is, even if left in ignition, very shortly it won't start the bike unless someone knows about pressing the mode button. Having said that, though, you might check out Lamont's key cover - he leaves his in the bike ALL the time but you never know it because it just looks like a decorative part of the bike and is very nicely done.

 

[boborgera]

I don't leave my key in my ignition for 3 reasons'
1; Theft, All thieves aren't stupid, they'll know to press the mode button.
2; Some wise guy will take the key and toss it .
3; If your bike is stolen with the key in you might be responsible for any damages caused by the thief. [attractive nuisance]

 

[IWN2RYD]

I don't leave my key in my ignition for 3 reasons'
1; Theft, All thieves aren't stupid, they'll know to press the mode button.
2; Some wise guy will take the key and toss it .
3; If your bike is stolen with the key in you might be responsible for any damages caused by the thief. [attractive nuisance]

4) if any of the above happens most insurance companies can refuse to pay for the loss. FACT

 

[wyliec]

Didn't your spyder come with 2 plastic sheath holders that you can attach to a key ring? There are a few members here that swear by them.

I know I wouldn't attach to a key ring and have the other keys banging around, if you drill the key..

 

[Buckaroo]

Yes, but still does not solve issue.

 

[madozier]

The only advice I can give is don't drill a hole in it.

 

[stormtrooper]

You can drill the key. You have to make sure you do not drill the chip inside.Check past threads for exact spot to drill.:thumbup:

 

[Lamonster]

or this option http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21519

 

[NancysToy]

I have found that you have to train yourself. Make your shut-off ritual into a routine. You know...shut off Spyder, open trunk, put key in pocket, put helmet in trunk. After performing the ritual faithfully for a while, it will become habit. My last step is always checking my pocket for the key before I walk away, going through a mental checklist in my mind. Like catching the football, you cannot start thinking ahead until the ball is in your hands. Old codgers like me need these aids just for the simple stuff in life, anyway.

 

[wyliec]

I have found that you have to train yourself. Make your shut-off ritual into a routine. You know...shut off Spyder, open trunk, put key in pocket, put helmet in trunk. After performing the ritual faithfully for a while, it will become habit. My last step is always checking my pocket for the key before I walk away, going through a mental checklist in my mind. Like catching the football, you cannot start thinking ahead until the ball is in your hands. Old codgers like me need these aids just for the simple stuff in life, anyway.

You might want to do this before closing the trunk, unless you have an emergency release for the trunk.

 

[NancysToy]

You might want to do this before closing the trunk, unless you have an emergency release for the trunk.

:thumbup: Been there, done that! There is an emergency release on Nancy's Spyder for a reason. I usually take off my helmet, open the trunk, grab the key, put it in my pocket, then put the helmet in the trunk. The RT is easier, since the key is needed to close the rear luggage, so I do that the very last thing, before I walk away.

 

[FANG]

:agree:

I have found that you have to train yourself. Make your shut-off ritual into a routine. You know...shut off Spyder, open trunk, put key in pocket, put helmet in trunk. After performing the ritual faithfully for a while, it will become habit. My last step is always checking my pocket for the key before I walk away, going through a mental checklist in my mind. Like catching the football, you cannot start thinking ahead until the ball is in your hands. Old codgers like me need these aids just for the simple stuff in life, anyway.

 

[M2Wild]

If you like leaving your key in the iggy .... IPS is the way to go.

 

[DougB]

Tie a pink ribbon on your pinkie

 

[Firefly]

4) if any of the above happens most insurance companies can refuse to pay for the loss. FACT

That's a myth. I looked this up online some time ago and checked various policies.

As long as your car insurance company's policy doesn't stray too far from a standard ISO policy form, you will be covered for the theft of your car. Theft is a covered peril regardless of whether you made it easier for the theft to occur, in this case leaving your keys in the ignition and the doors unlocked.



Insurance companies use their choice of policy forms that may have slightly differing language. If your carrier's auto policy includes language that excludes coverage for theft unless there is evidence of forcible entry or violation of the steering column, then you may have an issue with this claim. Most companies do not restrict coverage in this way, and if yours does, it's time to find a new car insurance company.

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I've left my key in my bike by mistake for hours in a busy area and didn't have a problem.

Now I use the IPS and leave it in ALL the time. Only bad part is when SOMEGUY thinks it funny to swap your IPS with other ones in the early morning.....:shocked:

 

[medic 1]

I lock the handlebar before getting off the bike, that way I have the key in my hand as the last thing I do before stepping off. Just an idea

 

[boborgera]

That's a myth. I looked this up online some time ago and checked various policies.

As long as your car insurance company's policy doesn't stray too far from a standard ISO policy form, you will be covered for the theft of your car. Theft is a covered peril regardless of whether you made it easier for the theft to occur, in this case leaving your keys in the ignition and the doors unlock

It's not the insurance co that will give you a hard time, If the thief Injures a 3 party you might find yourself involved in a lawsuit. If you leave a key in a vehicle it's negligence.

 

[Bob Denman]

If you like leaving your key in the iggy .... IPS is the way to go.

:agree:
...but I also don't leave my key in place when I'm out of my own little "range of comfort" Scotty's right; build yourslef a routine and it'll become natural to folllow it before too awful long. The keys are too dang expensive to leave them in place for some :cus: to grab and throw away on your... or worse! :shocked:

 

[Dudley]

Scotty is right: establish a routine each and every time you leave your Spyder. That is the only fool proof way to do it. My routine: turn the ignition off, open the trunk, get off the Spyder, put helmet, etc., in trunk, close trunk, lock Spyder, remove key and store in sheath (which is on a key ring with other keys). Put keys in pocket. Removing the key at anytime other than the last process will increase the chances of locking the key in the trunk, setting it on the Spyder and walking away, etc.