[ryanturner328]

Hey guys, I am new here.

So I was rebuilding my Carb on my 05 rancher and got back and to find out some one stole my key while I was working on it at the shop. Is there a way that I can bypass, or go around the switch until I can get to the parts store and get a new switch/key Made?

 

[_Wilson_]

Not sure if all are the same but....... There should be 2 numbers and a one letter printed on the key , did you happen to copy those down ? If so you can order a key from honda, if not i have a link to get honda blanks , I'll do some digging TN

:Edit i located the blanks, need to know if it's type 1 or type 2 , i don't know which type , anyone who owns a rancher ? For an 05 does he need type 1 or type 2 ?

 

[Carolynskii]

Not sure about the type but you just buy another ignition switch that comes with a key. Simple install. In the mean time you can either toggle the key switch or unplug it and pull start it.

https://m.ebay.com/itm/Ignition-Key...474051&hash=item2838460f75:g:R-UAAOSwPK1ZSzFL

 

[_Wilson_]

Update, i think you'd be better off going through a honda dealer or maybe (i haven't checked partszilla ) ebay oem blanks are twice the cost!

https://www.hondapartsnation.com/oemparts/a/hon/5053ddc6f870021c54bdd11e/handlebar

2KEY, BLANK (TYPE 1) (KEY NO. AXX / BXX)
35121-HF1-881
$6.24
2KEY, BLANK (TYPE 2) (KEY NO. CXX / DXX)
35122-HF1-881

Best ebay priced one i could locate
https://www.ebay.com/itm/GENUINE-HO...ash=item33c23487e7:g:X-wAAOSwiwVWSkDu&vxp=mtr

 

[ryanturner328]

Wilson, Yeah I didnt get the numbers off of it. Sadly.

Carolyn, It is super hard to pull start it. Even when I had the key. Maybe its just an electrical thing. I dont know how I could pull off the key switch to do that though. Would I just pull it from the ECU, or is there a plug on the back of the Key Switch?

EDIT: To add on to Carolyn, How would I have acess to my kill switch, or my electrics? Since they are all electric, and im taking off my electric kill switch.

 

[shadetree]

the switch just pops in the dash, goes under the bars, runs down the front, under the front fender, plugs into the harness. most ranchers use a round type key switch plug. why would someone take your key while your working on it ?, ya sure you did not miss-place it ?. DO NOT '' HOT WIRE '' IT !!!!!!

 

[ryanturner328]

the switch just pops in the dash, goes under the bars, runs down the front, under the front fender, plugs into the harness. most ranchers use a round type key switch plug. why would someone take your key while your working on it ?, ya sure you did not miss-place it ?. DO NOT '' HOT WIRE '' IT !!!!!!

So If I do that, I would be able to start it? I am also sure I did not mis place it. I tore up the shop, and my house looking for it with my friends at the shop. Its very stupid how it leaves.

 

[Jeepwm69]

Go to powersportsnation.com, buy a used OEM switch with key for $8 shipped.

Honda Rancher 350 00-06 TE TM FE FM 2x4 4x4 Ignition Switch w/ Key 16906

Cheaper than having a new key cut.

When you get that switch from PSN, write down the code on the key and put it somewhere safe. You can have new keys cut using the code if you know it.

 

[ryanturner328]

Go to powersportsnation.com, buy a used OEM switch with key for $8 shipped.

Honda Rancher 350 00-06 TE TM FE FM 2x4 4x4 Ignition Switch w/ Key 16906

Cheaper than having a new key cut.

When you get that switch from PSN, write down the code on the key and put it somewhere safe. You can have new keys cut using the code if you know it.

I cant, because sadly someone stole my key before I could get the number down.

 

[Jeepwm69]

I know, I mean when you get a new switch (in the link I posted), write down the code on THAT key in case the same thing happens in the future.

 

[ryanturner328]

I know, I mean when you get a new switch (in the link I posted), write down the code on THAT key in case the same thing happens in the future.

Ah, Will do.

 

[shadetree]

you can always get the key code off the cylinder. just pop the switch up, read the code, take it to the dealership, have a new key cut.

 

[Goober]

There’s no good way to hot wire the ignition. Check parts link below they are cheap for a new cylinder and key set

 

[Jeepwm69]

When my neighbor bought his 350 Rancher it had a light switch (like a house/ wall light switch) hooked up where the key switch goes.

It worked!

And he got a title with the wheeler, otherwise might have been a red flag. LOL

 

[ryanturner328]

When my neighbor bought his 350 Rancher it had a light switch (like a house/ wall light switch) hooked up where the key switch goes.

It worked!

And he got a title with the wheeler, otherwise might have been a red flag. LOL

It should work, since the switch for a light is a 4 Wire/Post switch, and the key start is a 4 Wire switch.

 

[ryanturner328]

There’s no good way to hot wire the ignition. Check parts link below they are cheap for a new cylinder and key set

Yes, I would never hot wire it because its in great shape besides the plastics. I dont want to catch it on fire, and buy a new one.

 

[ryanturner328]

you can always get the key code off the cylinder. just pop the switch up, read the code, take it to the dealership, have a new key cut.

I dont want to spend 50 bucks just on a key though.

 

[ryanturner328]

So im kinda in a spot where I either pull start it from now on, or buy a switch and key online.

My friend took it upon them self's to self tap my switch, and it didnt even work.

I really dont want to pull start it because it has about 160-165 PSI for Compression.

So im just gonna buy a new switch.

I really want to know if I can still get around the switch, and still have my electrics because if I go around it I still dont have my fan and it is about 90 here. I will get a light switch from home, and see how well that works.

 

[Melatv]

Hi: You say you don't want to hot wire your bike, but you want to use a light switch -- that is hot wiring a bike in my books.

Just buy a new switch and do it right.

160-165 PSI ??? what are you using to get that reading

 

[Jeepwm69]

I agree with Mel. It's $8....shipped....for an oem switch with a key!

And it wasn't a "4 wires is 4 wires" kind of wiring. You MIGHT burn up your bike if you try to do it that way.

Either order a new switch, or pull your cylinder out of the gauge cover and find the letter/number code and order a new key for it using that code. It's not $50, it's like $7-8

https://www.ebay.com/itm/1-Honda-Mo...hash=item4ae92b8c96:m:m7dl2mekawPrW-kqZluw5jg