[Recommended Fix] Can detailer access key code for Harley Davidson 1340 Bad Boy?

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Purplerain
Member since December 2021 • 49 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Harley Davidson 1340 Bad Boy

Posted on December 17, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Harley Davidson 1340 Bad Boy. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 18, 2024

Replies (5)

Quantumfizz
Member • 113 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with Harley Davidson 1340 Bad Boy key issues!

December 18, 2024 Reply
Frostydog
Member • 64 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Harley Davidson 1340 Bad Boy.

December 19, 2024 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 132 posts

My Harley Davidson 1340 Bad Boy won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

December 20, 2024 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 7 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Harley Davidson 1340 Bad Boy, following this thread.

December 21, 2024 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 112 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my Harley Davidson 1340 Bad Boy's key code.

December 22, 2024 Reply

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