Removing the seats is awkward, the key goes in, but often doesn’t come out easily. I recently sprayed the lock barrel with GT85, but it’s still not great. I think the location is not ideal, being in a place where roadspray is prevalent. Anyone else had an issue with the Multistrada V4S seat lock, if so how have they fixed it ?
I also experience problems removing the key from the seat lock but have not tried to fix it - just take care not to try too hard to remove the key
Not had my V4 for long enough but don't use any sort of lubricant/water dispersant spray on a lock. Rub the key with a pencil lead. Andy
I also find the key quite fiddly to remove, have to be very careful not to damage the carbon exhaust shield when removing it.
That’s my problem, I’m going to the dealer on Friday so will ask. This post was really to see if or how common the issue is.
Have the same problem on the ZSX. Besides using Graphite spray, I also place a small piece of insulating tape over the hole, to further protect it. It has not yet, blown off, whilst riding.
As the one and only key supplied (excluding the red key which should always be kept safely at home) is very fragile I got another key made up which won’t break like the OEM one can and which I use solely on the luggage and seat locks as, yes, extraction of the key from the seat lock can be fiddly at times. Also, WD40 make a graphite spray specifically for locks.
