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Hey Guys/Gals (First Post)

Over the weekend i lost the only key I had to my 1982 KZ550 LTD and I have replace the ignition switch and minimum the key. The question I have is that i found a 1982 KZ550 ignition switch and key but it doesn't specify compatibility with LTD so Im hesitant to make the purchase.

Does anyone know if the KZ550A/Sport ignition switches are compatible with KZ550 LTD?
Or even better does anyone know of a website or store that has the capability of replacing just the key?

Any answers would be helpful.

From the diagrams at Partzilla the 550A & 550-Ltd have the same ignition switch but you should double-check the x-ref.

Replacement key. There should be a key code stamped on the ignition switch. the seat lock & helmet lock should be stamped with the same code. KZR topic w pic . KZR member rstnick might be able to make a key for you. A good locksmith should be able to make a key from the code. Also, there are keys available on eebbaayy.

Key blank that may work. Ilco KA14 X103

1 Kawasaki Motorcycle Keys Code Cut Z5601 thru Z5650 ATV- 4 Wheeler Key .... kinda pricy.

They are not Fort Knox lock cylinders, you could probable get any key blank the same dimensions and it would work without cutting. R

Look for the Z series key code # (Z5001~Z6000), then see if someone local can make it.
Check ebay for an original, and if no luck, send me a message as I can cut them and mail it to you.

Any decent locksmith can make a key from the lock.

I went ahead and called a locksmith and when he asked me for the key code I couldn't find it on the ignition (It seems really dull and worn so unless its somewhere else on the ignition switch I don't think I can get it cut again) and I had separate keys for the gas tank so I'm hesitant to use that code. I've had this bike for about two months (my first bike) and I never followed through with getting a duplicate before this happen so I'm back to square one.

Would anyone know if this linked ignition switch would be compatible? It says its for 1982 KZ550 Sports & Spectre but I have a 1982 KZ550 LTD. or where I could get one locally in Phx.

That ignition switch & part number look like something from the 70s, perhaps from a 650. I would find the correct part number at Partzilla or Kawasaki.com, then search eebbaayy to find a matching ignition switch. There's probably an emgo switch that looks the same as yours. Or try Z1Enterprises.com --- they probably have an Emgo.

Seat lock. Can you open the seat?

Check the seat lock for the Z code too.
Along the side or back.

Ignition too, side or back.

The gas tank is not keyed. Any key should be able to open it on a 550, even a house key.

The seat lock and ignition should have been the same code if no one replaced it.

Like Martin said, the one in your link is not for a 550.