Stupid question from a rookie

[firstGSrider]

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.

[firstGSrider]

didn't know where to put this question so it ended up here

[UncleBen]

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.

[silverramsrt]

When you turn the key, pull on it. Then lift the seat.

[BassCliff]

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.


Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff

[rustybronco]

[Baatfam]

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.

[DanTheMan]

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.

[firstGSrider]

I got the seat off. Thanks guys. Now time for the carb teardown. Other than the chem dip any special tools I need?

[BassCliff]

Hi,

I got the seat off. Thanks guys. Now time for the carb teardown. Other than the chem dip any special tools I need?

I found this on some guy's website. I think it pretty much covers it.

Mikuni BS(CV) Carburetor Rebuild Tutorial
(Mr. Nessism)

It's a PDF file so you can right-click and "Save as..." to save a copy on your computer.

Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff