Steering lock on my bike has stopped working, but only on one side Hello all, the steering lock on my 2012 Honda Unicorn has suddenly stopped locking the steering, only when locking with the handle turned to the left.
Here's how it works: turn the handlebars to the left and lock it, the key moves normally. But, after taking the key out if I try to rotate the steering, it moves the full range of motion left and right. The motion is not unrestricted; it does feel tighter, like there is something that is trying to stop the steering, but is failing in doing so. The key slit also rotates on its axis slightly and comes in between the 'lock' and the 'off' position.
The problem does not happen if I lock with the handlebar turned to the RIGHT side. Then I can lock it normally and it stays locked safely.
I am not sure why this has happened. However, one month before the problem started I got the bike service at a local mechanic, after having it parked for one full year during lockdown. While the mechanic was servicing, he had some dirty (used) engine oil and was using it to oil the footpegs, stand etc. Suddenly he got up and started squirting oil in the lock slit too. I tried stopping the idi*t but it was too late, oil had already dripped down the keyhole. Could this be the reason why the lock has started to slip?
I visited the local ASC and they told me I need to get the entire lock replaced and it'll also change my keys. The whole affair will also cost me a bit.
Is there a better solution? Can putting something like a detergent, WD-40 or a de greaser(brake cleaner) in the lock help?
Thanks a lot.  |