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Helmet lock How to?

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by 213chrisp, Jul 17, 2011.

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    213chrisp Member

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    So being this is my first bike, exactly how does this helmet lock work on the side of the bike ? I do know for a fact the key i have does work the helmet lock and the chain on the side as well, which is a plus, just need to learn to figure out how to use it.

    Any pics or videos would be great, but just someone with details on it would work too. thanks
     
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    On the 550s, you turn the key counterclockwise (CW opens the seat) and the little squareish wire loop pops out. You slip your helmet's D-rings over the wire loop, and push the end of it back into the housing to re-lock it. I'm sure yours works in a similar fashion, except maybe for which direction you turn the key.
     
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    yes, just seems like the helmet is hanging down, and it would just get in the way and , just seems like a poor design for a helmet but yep, i did figure it out.
     
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    I recommend you never use those helmet 'locks' to hold your helmet. Did that once on my bike and when I came out someone had snipped through the soft metal and stolen my helmet. My $500 Shoei was gone just like that!
     
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    Yamaha never intended for you to ride the bike with a helmet hanging from the lock.
     
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    well my helmet is not fancy by all means, but it is dot approved, but just thinking if i need to use it, i know how too.
     
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