Broken Fairing Compartment Lock

Tantalus

Tantalus

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Jul 22, 2021
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Location
Washington, DC
Bike
'10 NT700, '02 BMW 1150GS
Today I noticed some debris in the keyhole of the left compartment lock. Upon further inspection, it was the remains of a tiny spring that had failed inside the mechanism. Now I can't even fit the key in to open the lock. Even if I got the key in there, something tells me it won't work without the spring (which I removed, for better or worse.).

Anyone have any suggestions?
 
Possibly ride it to a local locksmith? I've found them to be resourceful in these situations. Then once it's open, remove the lid from the hinges (it just pulls backwards) take it home in the saddlebag and order parts.
 
Success. I tried a combination of pushing the key in as far as it would go (halfway) and applying pressure, while at the same time flexing the lid. Something gave way and it opened. The lock's innards continued to come apart.

The replacement is cheap, although I guess it won't be keyed to my bike. Maybe all NT/ST keys open them? Anyway, thanks.
 
A local locksmith rekeyed mine for me after an incident. Good luck with finding the right one.
 
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