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Stupid question from a rookie

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I am going to tank the tank off so I can get at my carbs. The key for the seat lock fits and turns part way but doesn't seem to unlock the seat all the way. Am I just being too gentle or am I doing something wrong? The PO had the seat reupholstered so is it possible the lock is getting caught? Is there a way around this lock mechanism? I want to get started but can't even get the seat off to take the tank off. :D
 
didn't know where to put this question so it ended up here
 
Just turn the key while bouncing the seat up and down a bit, should free it. If not, try spraying some WD40 in the key hole and work it around with the key a bit as well.
 
Hi,

Yes, since the re-upholstery the latch just might be getting stuck a little bit because it's tight. Push the seat down/up a bit while you turn the key and see if you can get it turned all the way enough to release the seat. Just don't bend the key. :rolleyes:


Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff
 
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:D :D :D
 
What bike are we talking about??
Some, like the 82-83 1100E, have a spring loaded clip on each side of the seat that needs to actuated after the seat is unlocked.
 
I looked at your intro post and see you have an 850GL (put it in your sig line please). After putting on a new seat cover or re-upholstery, the lock does get rather tight sometimes. I had to push down on the seat and push in on the key to get mine to release when I installed a new seat cover. That might be the trick you need to do. Hope this helps.
 
I got the seat off. Thanks guys. Now time for the carb teardown. Other than the chem dip any special tools I need?
 
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