[Bigket]

Has anyone replaced/switched the key cylinder to an aftermarket version. Changing up my gauges and the factory one won't work.

 

[Sidecar Bob]

I have a CT70 repro (cheap on eBay) on the GoldWing and one made for a CMX250 (Rebel) on the CX that was part of a lock set (including a fuel cap that I needed to replace).
I believe others have done similar....

You're talking about replacing the whole keyswitch, not just the cylinder that the key goes into, right?

 

[Bigket]

I have a CT70 repro (cheap on eBay) on the GoldWing and one made for a CMX250 (Rebel) on the CX that was part of a lock set (including a fuel cap that I needed to replace).
I believe others have done similar....

You're talking about replacing the whole keyswitch, not just the cylinder that the key goes into, right?

Yeah, previous owner can't find the key. $100 at the locksmith. Plus I plan on changing the gauges, because they are shot.

 

[Sidecar Bob]

If you aren't worried about keeping it original I'd recommend searching eBay for a CMX250 lock set so you can have one key for the ignition and the gas cap (and have a new cap while you're at it). Don't forget to tell eBay Price + shipping - lowest first.

 

[Randall-in-Mpls]

Once you have the ignition lock in dismounted, you can read the key code and have one cut. It should cost well under $100 dollars.