Just to share my only KIPASS related issue. Back in approx. Aug of '08 I had a brief stoppage. I had some serious PTKSD (Post Traumatic KIPASS Stress Disorder). I had read a post by some guy named Bob. I had a flash back moment, started a rapid tap on the stove knob and things went back to normal. I use the knob as Brian does and ride whenever there isnt ice on the road. What I have come to realize is KIPASS is a manly thing, only for the brave, if you have a fondness for things like snuggies (and maybe fanny packs
) you are destined for an inferior machine with less then 6 gears and will forever be digging into you pockets (under your riding pants of course) for a key. Instead of a nice smooth bulge in your pocket you will have an unsightly mess which will be a sure thing you can't handle the awe inspiring 'Mad powahs" of KIPASS. KIPASS is the cure for the common cold and is the best mouse trap ever, just ask Kirby
52,000 miles later I have never had an issue and I have only once lubed the switch, that was somewhere around 50,000 miles ago.
To sum things up, true KIPASS issues are fairly rare and keep in mind, it is an electro mechanical system, there will be some failures, I think inherantly the system is great.
PS If this is your fanny pack all will be well in the manly world
http://www.kgproducts.com/BELTBAGS.htmlI dont think even a camo colored snuggy will qualify tho