I recently lost the only key to my 91 1000f. How should I deal with this problem? I already talked to Honda, but they don't have key codes for it and a "new" ignition switch is about 300 bucks. Are there other ignition switches that fit? Thanks!

 

A decent locksmith should be able to cut a key to the lock.

 

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You guys are awesome. You always come through.

 

Check the back of the helmet lock and see if there is a code on it (don't think so). If not, remove the ignition from the top triple (need a security torx) and pull the code from the bottom of the switch. I wouldn't let a locksmith do an 'impression' of the key. All they do is take a blank and bang it off the tumblers and wear them down.

 

Moral of the story is have 2 extra keys cut, so it never happens again.
Honda blanks are available on www.eBay.UK and they are cheap.
Any decent locksmith should
a be able to open the lock
b be able to make a set of keys for it.

 

And write down the very simple key code (on the key shank) eg B46 or B48 or whatever

It's a very simple code and there were not many used for a 91 !

 

Found the key! The code has been written down. I will try to get another blank key soon and I'll have a locksmith grind it to size. Then I'll be abiding by the moral of the story in which I have two keys. I'll use a little bit of everybodys' advice! Haha

 

Hey I am having the same problem and thought to do this,although I am having trouble removing the ignition,could you give me a bit of advice or a loose guide please?

 

Should have checked where you are, but I got my keys from a seller called "keys4urride" on eb*y here in the US. Bought two keys for something like $25. With the payment you can include that code from your old key, and you get new keys already cut for you within a couple days. Beat paying/waiting for the blanks, then finding a locksmith, etc.