[Completed] Harley Davidson Sportster 1200 'Immobilizer Active' - won’t start after fuse pull

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Goldeneye
Member since November 2021 • 132 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Harley Davidson Sportster 1200?

Posted on December 11, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 768 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Harley Davidson Sportster 1200. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 12, 2024

Replies (5)

Uncleben
Member • 89 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Harley Davidson Sportster 1200 for days.

December 12, 2024 Reply
Uncleben
Member • 32 posts

Following this for my Harley Davidson Sportster 1200. Please update if it works!

December 13, 2024 Reply
Platinumblonde
Member • 148 posts

Really need the key code for my Harley Davidson Sportster 1200, thanks for sharing!

December 14, 2024 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 37 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Harley Davidson Sportster 1200's key code.

December 15, 2024 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 64 posts

Worked for someone with a Harley Davidson Sportster 1200? Need to hear it!

December 16, 2024 Reply

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