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Brammo Enertia Discussion => Brammo Enertia => Topic started by: Brammofan on June 28, 2013, 06:13:13 PM
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I didn't even realize it until I went to unlock the case at the end of the work day. The key broke inside the lock and all I had on my keychain was the end of the key. No, it didn't work when I tried to stick it in the lock and turn. Had to strap my backpack AND my computer case on my back.
When I got home, I took the case frame off the Enertia and then, with a screwdriver, was able to open the lock. I took the lock off of the case (easy - just a C-spring holding it on) and could see the key inside the cylinder.
The key would not budge.
I ended up finding the part number for two new cylinders and 4 matching keys online (Z227) and I ordered it from TwistedThrottle.com. It was about $25 with shipping.
http://www.twistedthrottle.com/givi-2-case-lock-set-with-4-matched-keys-z227 (http://www.twistedthrottle.com/givi-2-case-lock-set-with-4-matched-keys-z227)
(http://static.twisted-throttle.net/media/catalog/product/cache/1/small_image/324x/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/p/h/phpVfWuMa.jpg)
The keys are cast brass and subject to metal fatigue, as my internet research pulled up lots of hits for Givi Broken Key on many forums. Until I get the keys and cylinders, I'll manage, either without side cases (naked!) or with bungie cords (classy).
Just a heads up: inspect your keys if you have Givi cases on your bikes.
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I got my keys and cylinders from Twisted Throttle this morning. Got both cylinders replaced in a matter of minutes. I had some trouble putting the frame back on the left side - I ended up cross-threading both bolts. :( I'm pretty sure they won't be coming off or vibrating loose.