Damaged ignition, now it's hard to turn the key but still works. Can it be repaired?

[James47889]

Someone tried to steal my bike http://i.imgur.com/OCS4787.jpg - if the key still turns between all modes but is pretty stiff between OFF and ON, can this be repaired or do I have to replace the whole barrel? If I can get it repaired, what would this involve? Thanks

[The Baron]

Damage to the ignition is normally bent waffers so lock has to come apart.

The biggist pain is to remove lock from the bike. After that, take it to a locksmith. I would think between $60 and $100.

PS some suzuki lock barrels can come out without removing the whole lock. It may pay to check this with your suzuki agent.

Keep in mind that if it is tight it is being forced to turn. I will only let you get away with this for so long and then it will jamb up all together (this may not then be repairable).