rekey

This is a unique problem that I’m hoping someone might have an answer for. I purchased a top case from a 2016 R1200RT, unlocked, with no key. I need to get the lock cylinder out so it can be re-keyed to my 2015 R1200RT. It’s a difficult task that is made more problematic by the fact that BMW...

I just got a new lock cylinder for my system case on my '03 K1200GT. I followed BMW instructions to match the new lock to my existing key. Instructions end with "Performance test". The key works--lock opens and closes fine. Thought I was done, but found the key would not come out of the lock...

There’s a very good chance that I just have not searched in the right place but I can’t seem to find any info on rekeying older airhead pannier locks. All the info I can find is about newer models with the center groove in the key. I’ve removed the 6 cylinders and realize that I would need a...

I have a seat of OEM luggage bags and the lock set (i.e. Tumblers) come out of two of the locking mechanisms. How do I get them to stay in? I see there are slots in the mechanism and protruding blades on the tumbler when I insert and remove the key but no combination of in/out with the key makes...

I bought a used 49L top case. It came with one key. I asked my dealer if the box could be re-keyed to my bike's ignition key. They said no, because it's too hard to disassemble and re-key. True or false? Please advise.