Topic: security screw on 550 (Read 4670 times)

screwup · « **on:** November 20, 2008, 05:22:49 PM »

taking the little "security screw" out is a witch. how has everbody else solved this problem.

sadunbar · « **Reply #1 on:** November 20, 2008, 07:13:55 PM »

Quote from: screwup on November 20, 2008, 05:22:49 PM

taking the little "security screw" out is a witch. how has everbody else solved this problem.

I bought a screw you can install by hand without the frustrating little special screwdriver. One of the Zumo sites had a member who offered them for sale. Seems like it came from overseas.

d00d probably knows all the particulars... Zumo is his middle name....

SBB · « **Reply #2 on:** November 20, 2008, 07:22:02 PM »

Quote from: sadunbar on November 20, 2008, 07:13:55 PM

I bought a screw you can install by hand without the frustrating little special screwdriver. One of the Zumo sites had a member who offered them for sale. Seems like it came from overseas.

d00d probably knows all the particulars... Zumo is his middle name....

dOOd knows everything!

He's a virtual whiz on the ZUMO!

sadunbar · « **Reply #3 on:** November 20, 2008, 07:34:02 PM »

Quote from: Silver-Black on November 20, 2008, 07:22:02 PM

dOOd knows everything!

He's a virtual whiz on the ZUMO!

When he gets courage, dremel will be his middle name!

Fired00d · « **Reply #4 on:** November 20, 2008, 07:36:39 PM »

Check out this post - Zumo Tips/Tricks... Reply #39 this is a nice replacement security screw for the mount.

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

Fired00d · « **Reply #5 on:** November 20, 2008, 07:37:18 PM »

Quote from: sadunbar on November 20, 2008, 07:34:02 PM

When he gets courage, dremel will be his middle name!

That is going to take some OJT or a manual w/pictures.

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

mr_magoo · « **Reply #6 on:** November 20, 2008, 08:05:22 PM »

Is there enough interest for a group buy on the Screw http://www.cvoharley.com/smf/index.php?topic=13047.msg214213#msg214213

SBB · « **Reply #7 on:** November 20, 2008, 08:10:34 PM »

Quote from: mr_magoo on November 20, 2008, 08:05:22 PM

Is there enough interest for a group buy on the Screw http://www.cvoharley.com/smf/index.php?topic=13047.msg214213#msg214213

i'll take two mr_magoo

screwup · « **Reply #8 on:** November 20, 2008, 08:12:00 PM »

was looking around on another site found one made in wisconsin but cannot remember the site. have crs

will look tomorrow and try to find it. it was very similiar believe the cost was $5 plus 2.50 ship

Texas Lurker · « **Reply #9 on:** November 20, 2008, 08:19:24 PM »

Quote from: mr_magoo on November 20, 2008, 08:05:22 PM

Is there enough interest for a group buy on the Screw http://www.cvoharley.com/smf/index.php?topic=13047.msg214213#msg214213

i'd be in on it for a few if it takes off. Linny

SneakyPete · « **Reply #10 on:** November 20, 2008, 08:39:58 PM »

Count me in for one

REGGAB · « **Reply #11 on:** November 20, 2008, 09:44:12 PM »

Hogbreath hooked me up with a thumbscrew for my ZUMO. Sent it to me in an envelope labeled "SCREW HENRY"

sportygordy · « **Reply #12 on:** November 20, 2008, 10:45:36 PM »

I like the tool which comes with the Zumo. It gives you added security when you leave it on your bike for lunch breaks or whatever. I carry the tool on my bike key chain. I did have problems with the tool separating in my pocket but solved that by applying red lock tight and letting it dry on the threads before joining the two together. The lock tight adds enough friction to keep the pieces together while allowing you to unscrew easily. Just my preference.

BalDeagle · « **Reply #13 on:** November 21, 2008, 05:49:03 AM »

Quote from: Fired00d on November 20, 2008, 07:36:39 PM

Check out this post - Zumo Tips/Tricks... Reply #39 this is a nice replacement security screw for the mount.

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

I have this on my Zumo 550. Works a treat and I always adopt the policy that if I leave the bike and can't see it, then the Zumo comes with me. I work on the basis that some chithead might just have one of those security keys as well

103_RK · « **Reply #14 on:** November 21, 2008, 06:08:34 AM »

The security screw got in my way. Since one can steal the mount and get the Zumo anyway, I just unscrewed it with a pair of pliers and discarded it.

REGGAB · « **Reply #15 on:** November 21, 2008, 06:18:42 AM »

Quote from: mr_magoo on November 20, 2008, 08:05:22 PM

Is there enough interest for a group buy on the Screw http://www.cvoharley.com/smf/index.php?topic=13047.msg214213#msg214213

You ain't right in the head, man..........but I'd like to have a spare screw or three, so I can repay Hogbreath and send him one back in an envelope that says "SCREW KEN."

Fired00d · « **Reply #16 on:** November 21, 2008, 07:23:18 AM »

Quote from: BalDeagle on November 21, 2008, 05:49:03 AM

I have this on my Zumo 550. Works a treat and I always adopt the policy that if I leave the bike and can't see it, then the Zumo comes with me. I work on the basis that some chithead might just have one of those security keys as well

I do the same.

The included "security screw" is not an anti-theft screw it is only a "security screw" in the sense that it should prevent the latch from opening if you hit a bump or something that might jar latch loose. If the bike is out of my sight then the Zumo will be taken off as well.

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

BalDeagle · « **Reply #17 on:** November 21, 2008, 07:53:04 AM »

Quote from: 103_RK on November 21, 2008, 06:08:34 AM

The security screw got in my way. Since one can steal the mount and get the Zumo anyway, I just unscrewed it with a pair of pliers and discarded it.

As dood says in reply 16 - this screw is mainly there to prevent the Zumo jumping out of it's cradle if you hit a bad bump or somesuch. The replacement screw just makes life much easier to secure it/unsecure it.

Nige

REGGAB · « **Reply #18 on:** November 21, 2008, 08:22:56 AM »

Quote from: BalDeagle on November 21, 2008, 07:53:04 AM

As dood says in reply 16 - this screw is mainly there to prevent the Zumo jumping out of it's cradle if you hit a bad bump or somesuch. The replacement screw just makes life much easier to secure it/unsecure it.

Nige

That it does, Nige..............if I can ever remember to remove and stow the ZUMO. I suppose I'm gonna have to learn a lesson the hard way.

mr_magoo · « **Reply #19 on:** November 21, 2008, 08:55:38 AM »

If I can get some contact info I'll see if we can get a group discount on the screw.

REGGAB · « **Reply #20 on:** November 21, 2008, 08:57:22 AM »

Quote from: mr_magoo on November 21, 2008, 08:55:38 AM

If I can get some contact info I'll see if we can get a group discount on the screw.

Sounds great. Thanks.

I think there is a legacy thread on the subject around here somewhere.

mr_magoo · « **Reply #21 on:** November 21, 2008, 09:09:05 AM »

The link takes you to a login page I PM FireDood to see if he arleady belonged. Will wait and see before going further.

mr_magoo · « **Reply #22 on:** November 21, 2008, 10:02:34 AM »

Sent the guy an Email will see what he says.

screwup · « **Reply #23 on:** November 21, 2008, 10:20:43 AM »

here is pic of screw found this at st-owners.com forums zumo replace security screw. cost is $5 US, shippijng $2.50 us non us shipping $3.00 sent him an email to see is discount for cvo people.

Fired00d · « **Reply #24 on:** November 21, 2008, 10:25:27 AM »

Quote from: screwup on November 21, 2008, 10:20:43 AM

here is pic of screw found this at st-owners.com forums zumo replace security screw. cost is $5 US, shippijng $2.50 us non us shipping $3.00 sent him an email to see is discount for cvo people.

I believe that is the same screw that I referred to in an early post, and the same one that mr_magoo has emailed also.

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

LRebel · « **Reply #25 on:** November 21, 2008, 10:59:39 AM »

If there is a group buy, and if it saves a little $.... I'm In!

mr_magoo · « **Reply #26 on:** November 21, 2008, 10:29:57 PM »

Won't know till I get back to work Monday or if I get called in before then. Should have brought the work laptop home.

05Ultra · « **Reply #27 on:** November 23, 2008, 10:55:38 PM »

Quote from: screwup on November 20, 2008, 05:22:49 PM

taking the little "security screw" out is a witch. how has everbody else solved this problem.

I did the latch, but there are a few other options here. The latch is easy to fab and works great!
http://www.zumoforums.com/index.php?topic=3279.msg28137#msg28137

mr_magoo · « **Reply #28 on:** November 24, 2008, 09:07:56 AM »

Well I got a response.

0-24 0%
25-49 5%
50-99 10%

Wants all payments in EURO's

I don't think we have enough interest and I'm not dealing with EURO's so we are on our own.

Rooster · « **Reply #29 on:** November 24, 2008, 09:20:26 AM »

I would like one also but I have no euros.

mr_magoo · « **Reply #30 on:** November 24, 2008, 09:22:16 AM »

Here a guy in the US and they are half price.

http://www.st-owners.com/forums/showthread.php?t=49002

iski · « **Reply #31 on:** November 24, 2008, 12:51:55 PM »

Lowest cost option:

Take the Security Screw (for comparison) to a good hardware store with a very good nut & bolt selection. Find an M2 screw 20 mm long with a standard head, add a couple of nuts (screwed up to the head of the screw, to the top). Then cut a small rubber hose section to fit over the top to turn it more easily & you have a Security Screw that is easily removable for less than $2.

Not a good idea to ride without a security screw in place - Zumo could fall off.

SBB · « **Reply #32 on:** November 24, 2008, 12:59:39 PM »

Quote from: iski on November 24, 2008, 12:51:55 PM

Not a good idea to ride without a security screw in place - Zumo could fall off.

REALLY?

Has that happened to you?
Or someone you know?
I have taken the screw out and never had a problem, , , , yet?

iski · « **Reply #33 on:** November 24, 2008, 01:07:28 PM »

Quote from: Silver-Black on November 24, 2008, 12:59:39 PM

REALLY?

Has that happened to you?
Or someone you know?
I have taken the screw out and never had a problem, , , , yet?

Never happened to me.........but.......

I remember some pictures on the Zumo forum aboput a year ago (d00D would know most likely) that showed a Zumo that had fallen off a moving bike. It was a mess.

The screw locks the top lid down. Without the screw in place, if you hit a big bump while riding, it could knock it off. Another possible problem is while reaching around the Zumo a hand (especially with gloves) could accidentally bump the top lid up & then the Zumo would fall out of it's mount. Either situation is not a good one. The screw prevents both.

My 1 1/2 cents (deflation).

BalDeagle · « **Reply #34 on:** November 25, 2008, 04:01:33 PM »

It certainly happens to Tom Tom's, but I don't know of anyone that has lost a Zumo - yet!

Quote from: Silver-Black on November 24, 2008, 12:59:39 PM

REALLY?

Has that happened to you?
Or someone you know?
I have taken the screw out and never had a problem, , , , yet?

dmnrdn · « **Reply #35 on:** November 25, 2008, 04:06:14 PM »

Quote from: Silver-Black on November 24, 2008, 12:59:39 PM

REALLY?

Has that happened to you?
Or someone you know?
I have taken the screw out and never had a problem, , , , yet?

Do you have insurance on your motorcycle/car/truck/life. The screw is cheap compared to buying a new one. Kind of like a lot of things in life. Better to have and not need vs need and not have.

MUFFMAN · « **Reply #36 on:** November 26, 2008, 06:33:48 AM »

I didn't like the screw that came with it.(Actually I lost it) and when in Myrtle Beach went to a model airplane store and picked up 6 small scres for $5.00 then a mini screwdriver to go with it. The screwdriver locks in the screwhead so it doesn't drop out.As others have posted the Zumo comes with me when bike isn't in site. THE MUFFMAN

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