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Post by jacoblong09 on Dec 6, 2018 7:27:00 GMT -5
My trunk release is in theignition switch, you turn the key to the left to open it. It uses a cable to do this, and yesterday, the release stopped working. I tried removing the cable , lining, etc. I can’t figure out another way to open it, does anyone know a way to open an r50x trunk without using the cable? Video showing it: youtu.be/oxRGsiyySDo |
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Post by pinkscoot on Dec 6, 2018 11:52:05 GMT -5
I can't remember if those are cable operated or solenoid operated. if its solenoid operated your battery could be dead. To do any work on the scooter you do need the seat open. Mines in storage waiting for me to get it put back together so I can't look at a work around right now.
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Post by aeroxbud on Dec 6, 2018 19:07:05 GMT -5
Try pushing down on the seat while unlocking it. If it's a bit stuck, it just might take enough pressure off to open.
Otherwise it will be taking the front panel of to see if the cable has come off of the ignition. Or sliding a thin blade between the seat to catch the cable release.
Good luck
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Post by gsx600racer on Dec 6, 2018 22:10:45 GMT -5
I can't remember if those are cable operated or solenoid operated. if its solenoid operated your battery could be dead. To do any work on the scooter you do need the seat open. Mines in storage waiting for me to get it put back together so I can't look at a work around right now. It's cable operated. |
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Post by gsx600racer on Dec 6, 2018 22:41:01 GMT -5
You might be able to fish a coat hanger wire up thru where the shock mount is located and get lucky and trip the latch.(see picture) If not the cable is routed on the left side(sitting on the scooter) and crosses over in the front to the ignition key.(see picture)  If you only had this issue sooner, my R50X is stored for the winter. I could of helped you better with the seat latch. PS: I watched your youtube vid, You're changing the oil that's in the tank under the seat for what reason ? |
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Post by benji on Dec 6, 2018 23:03:24 GMT -5
Push down on the seat to relieve pressure on the latch, and grab the cable from underneath and pull on it. While you pull on the cable, you should be able to lift the seat open.
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Post by jacoblong09 on Dec 8, 2018 12:52:32 GMT -5
It fixed itself. It was below freezing, so I guess the cable was frozen. When I tried it the next day, it worked like normal. Thanks for the tips though guys, if this happens again I’ll try those tips next time...
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