![]() He can find solutions for even the most complex lock problems. If you have a lock that isn’t working properly, Timmy is your man. Jerry specializes in automotive locksmith services Tim & Remmy (dog)- Tim is experienced in residential and commercial locksmithing. Jerry- Jerry is our master locksmith (and the owner). All of our Locksmiths our licensed, insured, and take customer service seriously. We pride ourselves on having one of the finest Locksmith teams in the business. About Thank you for taking the time to learn a little bit about our company.Until the key code series becomes available, the best key fitting suggestion would be to first fit a key to the 6 tumblers in either the gas or seat locks, then impression spaces 1 & 2 in the ignition lock. In addition, there are 8 tumblers to manipulate. A specialized turning tool would be required to enter through the outer face and simultaneously depress the inner plug while exerting turning tension on the inner plug. As the key is pushed in and turned, the faceplate also turns, but does not move inward. The outer face is separate from the lock plug. When in the ‘lock’ position, the key must be pushed inward before the plug will turn. The ignition has ‘off/on’ and ‘lock’ positions. Spacing for the ‘08+ 250R is the same as for the B8001-B9000 Kawasaki series plus one added space, but only three depths are used in the new series. According to Houdini Locksmiths, the gas and seat locks use tumblers in spaces 3-8. There are 8 tumblers in the ignition lock. Either on purpose or by error, depths and space numbers shown on one Internet site for the Ninja 250R are completely incorrect. The Internet can be an interesting but not always helpful source of information. A small part of the keyhead must also be trimmed back to provide clearance with the face of the ignition lock. Distance from the tip of key to shoulder must be 1.175”. Shoulders must be trimmed back to produce a longer blade. The part number is 27008-0053.Ĭhanges to the Ilco X52/SAA1 blank must be made. Original rubber head Ninja 250R key blanks from Kawasaki cost $12.00 each. We tested a Silca YM22 Saab blank which would not fully enter the Kawasaki lock because it is made of thicker metal stock as compared to Ilco blanks. Similar X52 blanks made by some other manufacturers may also operate, but they must be tested individually. The best usable blank found to date is the Ilco X52/SAA1 which is made for Saab cars. ![]() If the listing is KM10, it is the new Ninja 250R code series.Īs of now, no aftermarket key blank manufacturer is making a key blank for the Ninja 250R. If the listing is KM4, then the code series should be B8001-9000. If the listing is KM5 or KM8, then the code series should be Z5001-Z6000. For several years Kawasaki has printed some helpful information on the face of the ignition lock. This prompted a visit to our local Kawasaki dealer to find out more information.įirst, some information about Kawasaki ignition locks. None of the available aftermarket key blanks would fit into the lock. Larry Schwalb called to ask for information about this new model. Locksmith Ledger was first alerted to this new lock system by Houdini Locksmiths in Philadelphia. Kawasaki does print the key code number on this ignition lock housing. The ignition lock used for this article had a code number of 1582. The full code series range is unknown at this time, but original key codes found so far all fit within the 1000-2000 range. One motorcycle which uses a completely new key codes series and a new key blank is the 2008+ Kawasaki Ninja 250R model. You can use the Ilco X270/ JMA ZA-9P1/ Bianchi ZAD20P key blank for most locks using this series. Many current cycles have chosen Zadi locks using the 8001-9554 series. One holdout is Honda which still prints key codes on most of their cycle locks. In addition to needing a full stock of motorcycle key blanks today, locksmiths must also hone their skills at key fitting because key codes have been eliminated from almost all motorcycle locks. Locksmiths had to stock dozens of motorcycle key blanks in order to be prepared. Brands like Honda, Suzuki and Harley used a variety of key blanks. The hardest part was having the correct key blank. Most cycles had the key code stamped on the face of the ignition lock. Thirty years ago replacing lost keys for motorcycles was a simple procedure.
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