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  • ceccorp

    #1

    seat stuck

    My seat is stuck locked. The pin is frozen, but the key turns 3/4 the way freely. I have tried spraying it with penetrant and lube, but it's still stuck. Has anyone else had this problem or know where I should start?
  • Charlie G
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    • Feb 2009
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    • Siskiyou county

    #2
    We need to know what bike you have.


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    • BassCliff

      #3
      Hi,

      On your '78 GS1000, can you wiggle the seat or push it down to free the latch as you jiggle the key?


      Thank you for your indulgence,

      BassCliff
      Last edited by Guest; 12-13-2010, 01:39 AM.

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      • Woodsy

        #4
        On my 250 i have 2 metal spring loaded tabs that lock the seat in place about half way up each side, as well as the key on the back.

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        • Ranger

          #5
          Can you see the cable housing underneath the seat?

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          • Big T
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            • Mar 2005
            • 12390
            • West Slope, OR

            #6
            Force a small screwdriver up between the pin and latch while you turn the key
            1978 GS 1000 (since new)
            1979 GS 1000 (The Fridge, superbike replica project)
            1978 GS 1000 (parts)
            1981 GS 850 (anyone want a project?)
            1981 GPZ 550 (backroad screamer)
            1970 450 Mk IIID (THUMP!)
            2007 DRz 400S
            1999 ATK 490ES
            1994 DR 350SES

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