Motorcycle key prices depend mostly on what kind of key your bike uses and whether you still have one that works. A plain metal key copied from a working key is the least expensive job. A transponder chip key adds programming, a keyless fob adds more, and losing every key means the new key has to be originated from a code or from the lock, which takes longer. A mobile visit also includes travel, and work late at night or on holidays usually costs more.
The figures below are typical market ranges drawn from national locksmith cost guides and published Southern California motorcycle locksmith pricing for 2025 and 2026. They are not quotes. Your exact price depends on the year, make and model of your bike, its key system, the condition of the locks and your situation, and some brands and all-keys-lost jobs fall outside these ranges.
Typical price ranges by job
| Job | Typical market range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Duplicate mechanical key | $50-$165 | Mobile spare cut from a working key. Shop counter copies of simple keys can cost far less but copy any wear. |
| Mechanical key, all keys lost | $95-$250 | Key originated from a code or by reading a lock on the bike. More if locks must be removed or replaced. |
| Transponder key spare | $100-$300 | Cut and programmed while a working key is present. |
| Transponder key, all keys lost | $250-$600 | Higher on some European models and on bikes where the immobilizer module or ECU must be reset or replaced. |
| Keyless fob or smart key | $150-$500 | Fob cost varies widely by brand. Some systems can only be activated by a dealer. |
| Ignition repair or rekey | $100-$300 | Cleaning, replacing worn parts and rekeying the existing cylinder to your key. |
| Ignition replacement | $150-$450 | Includes the part. Keys may also need programming on immobilizer bikes. |
| Broken key extraction | $50-$200 | Removal only. A new key and any lock repair are extra. |
| Gas cap, seat or steering lock | $75-$250 | Per lock. Repair and rekey costs less than replacing with a new part. |
| Saddlebag, trunk or helmet lock | $50-$200 | Per lock, depending on repair, rekey or replacement and part cost. |
| After-hours, weekend or holiday surcharge | $50-$250 | Added to the base price across the locksmith market. Some sources describe it as 1.5 to 2 times the daytime rate. |
| Trip or service call fee | $25-$100 | Charged by some mobile locksmiths for travel, while others include it in the job price. |
These are typical market ranges, not a quote. Your price depends on the year, make, model and situation. Call or text for a quote on your bike.
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What changes the price
- Key type: plain metal key, transponder chip key or keyless fob
- Whether you still have a working key to copy or program from
- Whether a key code is available or the lock has to be read
- Year, make and model, including systems that need dealer equipment or ECU work
- Condition of the locks and whether parts must be repaired or replaced
- Number of keys and locks to be cut, programmed or matched
- Time of day, day of the week and travel distance
Services
- Lost Motorcycle Key, No SpareNo key at all? We make a working key at the bike.Details →
- Motorcycle Key ReplacementNew keys cut by code or from the lock, for all major makes.Details →
- Transponder and Immobilizer Key ProgrammingChip keys and fobs programmed to your immobilizer.Details →
- Motorcycle Key Duplication and Spare KeysA spare now costs far less than a lost only-key later.Details →
- Motorcycle Ignition Repair and ReplacementSticking, worn or damaged ignitions repaired or replaced.Details →
- Broken Motorcycle Key ExtractionSnapped key removed and a new one cut from the pieces.Details →
- Gas Cap, Seat, Steering and Saddlebag LocksGas cap, seat, steering, helmet and saddlebag locks.Details →
Pricing by make
Key type varies by make, model and year. Find yours to see whether it uses a plain key, a chip key or a fob.
- Harley-Davidson
- Honda
- Yamaha
- Kawasaki
- Suzuki
- Ducati
- BMW
- Triumph
- KTM
- Indian
- Aprilia
- Moto Guzzi
- Husqvarna
- Royal Enfield
- Can-Am
- Victory
- Vespa and Piaggio
- Zero
- MV Agusta
- Benelli
- Beta
- Buell
- CFMOTO
- GASGAS
- Genuine Scooters
- Hyosung
- KYMCO
- LiveWire
- SYM
Related guides
- How Much Does Motorcycle Key Replacement Cost?Typical market ranges for motorcycle key replacement run from $50-$165 for a mobile duplicate of a plain metal key to $250-$600 for a transponder key when every key is lost, and a job that needs a new control unit or dealer-only parts falls outside those ranges.
- Dealer vs Locksmith for a Motorcycle Key: Which to CallFor plain metal keys, broken keys, worn ignitions and many transponder keys, a mobile motorcycle locksmith can usually do the work where the bike sits, often for less.
- When to Get a Spare Motorcycle Key, and Why NowGet a spare motorcycle key as soon as you are down to one working key.
Sources
- https://www.fixr.com/costs/locksmith-service
- https://www.housecallpro.com/resources/locksmith-price-guide/
- https://homeguide.com/costs/los-angeles-locksmith-cost
- https://angi.com/articles/your-locksmith-needs-information.htm
- https://www.slashgear.com/1893468/can-yamaha-cut-key-from-motorcycle-vin-number
- https://harley-davidson.com/us/en/shop/h-d-smart-security-system-hands-free-fob/p/90300117
- https://www.manualslib.com/manual/1106110/Honda-Nc700xa.html?page=760
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