K3 - stiff ignition switch.
 

My SK3 650 has developed a problem where it is quite difficult to turn the key in the ignition. Including to steering lock.

I imagine it's probably caused by moisture or something in the ignition housing, but does anyone have any easy solutions?

Cheers

Re: Stiff ignition switch
 

They all do that. In general a forward pressure on the key (ie, push plastic bit towards front of bike) helps it. Also if you can obtain some graphite powder and put some in the key slot it can help.

Re: Stiff ignition switch
 

Thanks Mark, if I don't have graphite paper could I just grind up a pencil or something? Seeing as its made of graphite.. or am I just being stupid?
Failing that - would WD40 work in small amounts?

Re: Stiff ignition switch
 

Best bet is to wait until you can get some graphite powder. It comes in a little squeezy bottle. You only need the smallest pot you can get as it'll last you about 600 years.

If you go squirting WD40, 3in1 or anything else down there it may help but will pretty much stop the graphite powder doing its thing.

Or do like the rest of us and get used to the key jiggle technique.

Re: Stiff ignition switch
 

haha thanks, I'll use the key jiggle technique til I can get my hands on some graphite :)

Re: Stiff ignition switch
 

get it here or of course just replace your entire wiring loom and get a new lockset. Which ever you feel happiest with :)