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kyleC · 04-22-2008, 05:54 PM

Hi everyone, I just found this site and I am hoping someone may be able to help me.

My son has a 1985 Suzuki GS550L and has lost the only key. Would anyone know who I can contact to get a replacement?

Thanks!

**Clint** · 04-22-2008, 06:16 PM

My understanding is that he needs to procure a blank , then have a locksmith work his magic. If he wants one with a plastic head it'll likely need to be ordered online. Locksmiths usually only have plain metal ones.

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Easy Rider · 04-22-2008, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by kyleC

My son has a 1985 Suzuki GS550L and has lost the only key. Would anyone know who I can contact to get a replacement?

First contact a Suzuki dealer with the VIN.
It is my understanding that they can make or get a new key but the cost might be rather high and you may have to prove ownership.
Otherwise, call a locksmith or three.

omegajim · 04-22-2008, 10:50 PM

being an '85 and all, I would look for a boneyard and get another lock with a key in it.

Most likely cheaper than dealing with a locksmith, if involving a bit more time to get done.

DrBob · 04-22-2008, 11:47 PM

If you have a locksmith come out and make a key, it will cost you a hundred plus. But if you tow the bike to the locksmith, you will pay maybe half that. I doubt the dealer can get you a key from the VIN for something that old, but it never hurts to ask.

DarthRandal · 04-23-2008, 04:49 PM

I think you can get a new aftermarket ignition and 2 keys on ebay for around $26 shipped.

tbone57 · 04-23-2008, 05:07 PM

I used to go to the Mopar Nationals every year (3rd. week of August every year, Columbus, Ohio) and there was a vendor, I believe called "Classic Keys". Anyway, he had blanks for nearly everything including my 1966 Dodge and my Suzuki AC 50 Maverick. He was also very reasonable, like $12 ea. I suggest you check out the mopar nationals website and see if he's listed, or go to the event in August if you can wait. For me, I sold the 1966 Coronet and bought the bike of my dreams, Suzuki c50t with just enough money left over to travel cross county. Good Luck! I must admit the Dodge was a fun 10 yr. project, but the C50 is a gas!!!!

battypup · 04-24-2008, 02:12 AM

I have talked to my local locksmiths, for 25 bucks you can have a key made off the number on the ignition. On the side of the ignition there is a number and the locksmith can look it up and make a blank off of the code. It is a different number than the VIN.

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kyleC Newbie Joined: Apr 2008 Posts: 1	Need help finding a key Hi everyone, I just found this site and I am hoping someone may be able to help me. My son has a 1985 Suzuki GS550L and has lost the only key. Would anyone know who I can contact to get a replacement? Thanks!

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DrBob In The Zone Joined: May 2004 Bike: several Location: Decatur, GA Posts: 2,764	If you have a locksmith come out and make a key, it will cost you a hundred plus. But if you tow the bike to the locksmith, you will pay maybe half that. I doubt the dealer can get you a key from the VIN for something that old, but it never hurts to ask. __________________ Dream like you'll live forever, live like you'll die tomorrow. You MUST obey the pug dog!

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tbone57 Seat Tester Joined: Oct 2006 Bike: 2006 suzukic50t, 1970 suzuki ac50, 1968 sears campus 50 Location: central michigan Posts: 68	Classic Keys I used to go to the Mopar Nationals every year (3rd. week of August every year, Columbus, Ohio) and there was a vendor, I believe called "Classic Keys". Anyway, he had blanks for nearly everything including my 1966 Dodge and my Suzuki AC 50 Maverick. He was also very reasonable, like $12 ea. I suggest you check out the mopar nationals website and see if he's listed, or go to the event in August if you can wait. For me, I sold the 1966 Coronet and bought the bike of my dreams, Suzuki c50t with just enough money left over to travel cross county. Good Luck! I must admit the Dodge was a fun 10 yr. project, but the C50 is a gas!!!!

04-24-2008, 02:12 AM	#8 (permalink)
battypup Ditch Magnet Joined: Apr 2007 Bike: 2006 Vulcan 1600 Classic and 1980 kz750(project) Location: OC Oregon Posts: 180	I have talked to my local locksmiths, for 25 bucks you can have a key made off the number on the ignition. On the side of the ignition there is a number and the locksmith can look it up and make a blank off of the code. It is a different number than the VIN. __________________

04-23-2008, 04:49 PM	#6 (permalink)
DarthRandal Newbie Joined: Apr 2008 Posts: 5	I think you can get a new aftermarket ignition and 2 keys on ebay for around $26 shipped.

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