how to replace a lost key

[20941]

How do I replace a lost key on a 1976 R75/6

 

[20941]

test

 

[lee]

Did the keys of that vintage have a number stamped on it.
Do you have a number?

 

[20774]

This is my key from late 1977...I assume it's correct, the only one I've had. Nothing is on the back side. This is Snowbum's site regarding keys:

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bmwmotorcycletech.info

 

[kinterridge]

My '77 key is not like Kurt's key, it's round. I've found blanks before, always steel, not brass. I could not find a key guy that would cut it in my area so I used some small triangle files and cut it my self.

 

[omega man]

My '77 key is not like Kurt's key, it's round. I've found blanks before, always steel, not brass. I could not find a key guy that would cut it in my area so I used some small triangle files and cut it my self.

Nice!
A bit more tricky than it sounds.
OM

 

[kinterridge]

Yes, I got one working key from the 2 blanks!

 

[omega man]

Yes, I got one working key from the 2 blanks!

If you need to try it again, when you get close you can hold the key in smoke from a candle. The accumulated soot will be an aid in locating the high points as trying the key will rub the soot off.
OM

 

[20941]

Did the keys of that vintage have a number stamped on it.
Do you have a number?

No I don't have any key at all, and I don't know the key code

 

[20941]

Did the keys of that vintage have a number stamped on it.
Do you have a number?

No number or key

 

[omega man]

With no key info available, the key blank info that 20774 shared is a good start. If you have an old locksmith in the area, they can "impression" a key. Has to be an old guy with some patience....and a candle.
OM

 

[PGlaves]

A few years ago the key blank was : Taylor B69K

 

[lee]

old guy with some patience

Good luck with that

 

[Seaweed]

Easier to replace the entire switch/key combo?

 

[PGlaves]

Easier to replace the entire switch/key combo?

Ignition, Fork, Seat !!!

 

[omega man]

Ignition, Fork, Seat !!!

Which reminds me......... I couldn't find my key one time......... hiding in the seat lock!
OM

 

[kbasa]

I had a friend in Mass. and his approach was to put a key in his K11's saddlebag locks. All 4. He used the folding ones, so they just looked like an emblem on the end of the lock.

 

[20941]

Ignition, Fork, Seat !!!

Fork is unlocked, seat is unlocked, and that works for me just can't start the bike.

 

[88bmwjeff]

Ebay does have whole lock sets with keys. If you find the right set, it might be cheaper than having a key made by a locksmith. See link below for one possibility.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/3566919471...23OWTuITAbY1BU45pts8kUN+I=|tkp:Bk9SR66g9uC2ZQ

 

[GTRider]

Fork is unlocked, seat is unlocked, and that works for me just can't start the bike.

If the seat is unlocked, remove the lock and take it to a locksmith. They can remove the cylinder and cut a key, a brass one at first, that you can test on the other locks. If it works, locate the correct SS key blank(s) and cut to match. Paying a good locksmith on this job will be quicker and less costly than swapping out all the lock cylinders.

Best,
DeVern