Removing Ignition Switch from VX800... - Motorcycle-Journal Forums

Basstriking · 04-18-2006, 11:15 AM

Hi. I am trying to replace the ignition switch on a 1990 Suzuki VX800. It looks like there may be a special tool that I need to get it off. I also don't want to damage the 2 bolts becaust the replacement switch that I just bought did not come with any, so I will need to use the ones that are already on the bike. If anybody knows the tool that I need, or where I could get it, I would appreciate it. And if there is a way that I can take the bolts off without the tool then I don't mind doing that either, as long as I can easily find the right bolts to attach the new switch. Thanks again for any help.

Justin
Basstriking@yahoo.com

**Louis** · 04-18-2006, 11:27 AM

Could it a security Torx bit that you need? It's a Torx bit with a hole in the middle. Do you have a picture? Better yet, do you have the servcice manual for your bike?

Basstriking · 04-18-2006, 11:49 AM

i actually dont have the manual. but i've looked online and have seen the picture with a hole in the middle. so i was going to hit it with a punch and hammer, but when i went to my bike I didnt see a hole. the head of the bit is rounded like a half circle and in the center there is a buldge. i have a picture on my computer at my house. i can post that online when i get there if it will help.

**Louis** · 04-18-2006, 12:27 PM

Yes, the screw would have a "bulge" in the middle, hence the hole in the middle for the screwdriver bit.

TORX Security (Tamper proof)

**Louis** · 04-18-2006, 12:28 PM

You can buy those at almost any automotive store, they should carry them.

04-18-2006, 11:15 AM	#1 (permalink)
Basstriking Newbie Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 3	Removing Ignition Switch from VX800... Hi. I am trying to replace the ignition switch on a 1990 Suzuki VX800. It looks like there may be a special tool that I need to get it off. I also don't want to damage the 2 bolts becaust the replacement switch that I just bought did not come with any, so I will need to use the ones that are already on the bike. If anybody knows the tool that I need, or where I could get it, I would appreciate it. And if there is a way that I can take the bolts off without the tool then I don't mind doing that either, as long as I can easily find the right bolts to attach the new switch. Thanks again for any help. Justin Basstriking@yahoo.com

04-18-2006, 11:27 AM	#2 (permalink)
Louis Administrator Joined: Sep 2003 Bike: SV650S '05 (Blue) Location: Gatineau, QC, Canada Posts: 10,657	Could it a security Torx bit that you need? It's a Torx bit with a hole in the middle. Do you have a picture? Better yet, do you have the servcice manual for your bike? __________________ Louis

04-18-2006, 12:27 PM	#4 (permalink)
Louis Administrator Joined: Sep 2003 Bike: SV650S '05 (Blue) Location: Gatineau, QC, Canada Posts: 10,657	Yes, the screw would have a "bulge" in the middle, hence the hole in the middle for the screwdriver bit. TORX Security (Tamper proof) __________________ Louis

04-18-2006, 12:28 PM	#5 (permalink)
Louis Administrator Joined: Sep 2003 Bike: SV650S '05 (Blue) Location: Gatineau, QC, Canada Posts: 10,657	You can buy those at almost any automotive store, they should carry them. __________________ Louis

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04-18-2006, 11:49 AM	#3 (permalink)
Basstriking Newbie Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 3	i actually dont have the manual. but i've looked online and have seen the picture with a hole in the middle. so i was going to hit it with a punch and hammer, but when i went to my bike I didnt see a hole. the head of the bit is rounded like a half circle and in the center there is a buldge. i have a picture on my computer at my house. i can post that online when i get there if it will help.

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