[D-Rod]

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While starting my bike this morning I realized how often I use that ignition switch and was wondering if it should be lubricated. Should I just squirt a little WD-40 in there or what?

 

[FenderHead]

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You can, and I have...but it only helps to make the key work smoother. Works good. Don't need very much, just a quick spurt.

The actual switch part is on the bottom, and separate from the keyed/locking mechanism. If the trouble is down there, it will require complete removal, cleaning, and the application of special dielectric grease...or possible replacement. :waving:

 

[Goldwings 4 ever]

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Dennis, if you want to lubricate the cylinder and mechanism I would use a graphite lube sprayed down the key opening. You can use either a dry graphite or a spray graphite where the carrier dries up. Using a wet lube of any kind will just attract and hold dirt.

 

[Air_Cooled_Nut]

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Goldwings 4 ever wrote:

Dennis, if you want to lubricate the cylinder and mechanism I would use a graphite lube sprayed down the key opening. You can use either a dry graphite or a spray graphite where the carrier dries up. Using a wet lube of any kind will just attract and hold dirt.

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Use the same stuff for the false tank key hole and on your automobiles as well.