[Free Solution] Can someone explain which code I need for Harley Davidson XL 53C Sportster key?

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Shadowfax
Member since September 2021 • 79 posts

Where's the key code stored in a Harley Davidson XL 53C Sportster for making new keys?

Posted on February 10, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on February 11, 2025

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Alphabeta
Member • 144 posts

Just tried this on my Harley Davidson XL 53C Sportster—anyone else have success?

February 11, 2025 Reply
Invisible
Member • 110 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Harley Davidson XL 53C Sportster too!

February 12, 2025 Reply
Goldeneye
Member • 99 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Harley Davidson XL 53C Sportster key code too.

February 13, 2025 Reply
Redalert
Member • 77 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Harley Davidson XL 53C Sportster.

February 14, 2025 Reply

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