[Status: Resolved] My Harley Davidson Sportster Roadster Dark won’t start - key code lost

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Steelwolf
Member since July 2022 • 44 posts

Looking for my Harley Davidson Sportster Roadster Dark's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on November 03, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 861 posts

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

Posted on November 04, 2024

Replies (6)

Goldeneye
Member • 150 posts

I have a 2011 Harley Davidson Sportster Roadster Dark, will this method work for that year?

November 04, 2024 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 149 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Harley Davidson Sportster Roadster Dark!

November 05, 2024 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 58 posts

I really hope this trick works on my Harley Davidson Sportster Roadster Dark.

November 06, 2024 Reply
Icedragon
Member • 34 posts

Was about to give up on my Harley Davidson Sportster Roadster Dark, but this gives me hope.

November 07, 2024 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 92 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Harley Davidson Sportster Roadster Dark. This looks promising.

November 08, 2024 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 116 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Harley Davidson Sportster Roadster Dark for a while.

November 09, 2024 Reply

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