I left my scooter in the care of a family member for a year, and she can't find the keys. I'm confused about my options, after reading some stuff here and elsewhere.
--- Or do I have to buy a new ignition switch? If so, is there a generic version or does it have to be the OEM? I'm bummed about the prospect of paying $100+ for one, plus installation and the other repairs the scooter needs (someone knocked it over and the steering isn't aligned straight anymore!).
Okay, let me ask this another way: Has anyone successfully had a locksmith make new keys from PGO blanks and the ignition cylinder? I found a local guy who thinks he can do it for $50. The keys will cost around $20 for 2 including shipping + "around $50" for the locksmith.
The new ignition switch will cost $100.
It would be nice to save that extra $30, especially since the scooter needs other work. But I'm not totally convinced the locksmith can do it.
Ask you local Genuine dealer if they can get you a cut key from the VIN or the number stamped on the ignition switch. Worth a try, or else buy the blanks and have the locksmith cut your keys.
I had brought an old bike once without a key. I took the metal cover off and removed the lock pins. I could then use a different key from a similar bike to run it. I think a blank would work with any key that fit in also without the pins. Then you could just match a hardware store key to it that fit the slot. No security there but if someone wants the bike they will just grab it anyway.
I'm confused about my options, after reading some stuff here and elsewhere.