Seat Removal?

[pshaw]

I am working on an '81 1100 Special and need to remove the seat. The problem is that the key cylinder that locks the seat in place was removed by the previous owner. He then put the seat back on and it is locked in place. How can I get it off? I couldn't see anything obvious. Also, where can I get a new key cylinder? Thanks

[theonegod]

Not sure if it is the same on your bike but I have a 80 special and my seat is secured by 2 bolts. they are on the sides about in the middle position of the seat If you look under the edge you can see them there. One on each side.

[Ken Talbot]

I think the locking apparatus you are looking at might actually a helmet lock. The seat should be held on with two 14mm bolts....

[sscuba78]

I Have the same bike and it is secured with two long bolts one on each side i belive they are 14mm.

[sscuba78]

oh ya you well also need a deep socket and a good sized exstension.

[skids]

You need to invest in a couple of those long nuts that make them accessible just below the bottom level of the seat!

Originally posted by sscuba78
oh ya you well also need a deep socket and a good sized exstension.

[pshaw]

Thanks

Thanks guys. I am used to storing my tools under the seat. I guess my buddy won't be able to unless he carries a 14mm around with him in his pocket. Kinda silly.

[TonimusMaximus]

I've considered using some of the flip-cam nuts like they use on new bicycles. I can't find them anywhere. Ideas?

[mitch]

XJ SEAT LOCKS

Or you could find an xj that is parted out and get the seat locks off it they just have a lever that pops the seat off,you also need to get the parts off the bottom of the seat. Pretty sure that could be rigged on to your bikes....MITCH