I need help with a lockset

[shaun]

I have a K3 2003 SV650 naked. The ignition has been getting progressively worse over the last few months, and oiling the barrel only gave temporary improvement. Today, I can' turn the key in the ignition, so a going to have to bite the bullet and replace it.

My question - does anyone know if a lockset from a 650S will also fit a naked? I have been looking on Ebay, and have found a set at a reasonable price. Second question - will a set off a K6 2006 still be usable on a K3 2003. Does anyone know of visible differences between the 2 - from what I can see on the pictures on Ebay, it seems that the ignition on a 650S seems to be black, where the naked seems to be silver - mine is silver. Any info would be gratefully received, as I really don't want to go to Suzuki, and even the breakers want £100+!! The set on Ebay goes out in 2 hrs, so speedy replies would be especially welcome.
Many thanks

[toby_smith]

Try giving the bars a wiggle when turning the key. Works for me

[shaun]

Try giving the bars a wiggle when turning the key. Works for me

If I wiggled any more I could be a member of a boy band!! I have tried wiggling, bouncing it up and down, wobbling the whole bike from side to side - nothing is making any difference, wiggling worked ok for a little while, but I am pretty sure that the barrel is collapsing inside - the tank lock, and seat lock still work with no problem, so it is not the key. Thanks for the tip though......anyone else with any ideas??

[yorkie_chris]

03 and 06 appear same cosmetically and in wiring attachment. I also believe S and N models are exchangeable.

Suzukis do need a standard wobble, push key forward very slightly as you turn, this seems to be normal wear. But if it is knackered, it is knackered.