[Verified] Trying to start my Bonneville 865 but it says 'immobilized'

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Bluescreen
Member since February 2022 • 64 posts

Where's the key code stored on a Bonneville 865 for programming keys?

Posted on January 30, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1943 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Bonneville 865. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 31, 2025

Replies (5)

Goldenret
Member • 23 posts

Got a dead key fob for my Bonneville 865. Need the code badly.

January 31, 2025 Reply
Jumpman
Member • 31 posts

Will this work for older Bonneville 865s? Mine's a 2009.

February 01, 2025 Reply
Frostymug
Member • 141 posts

Worked for someone with a Bonneville 865? Need to hear it!

February 02, 2025 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 64 posts

Same problem on my Bonneville 865. Watching for any working solutions.

February 03, 2025 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 58 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Bonneville 865 key code too.

February 04, 2025 Reply

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