[Working] Can body shop provide key code for Harley Davidson XL1200C?

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Omegared
Member since February 2023 • 74 posts

Where's the key code stored on a Harley Davidson XL1200C for programming keys?

Posted on October 01, 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 XL1200C. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 02, 2024

Replies (4)

Quantumflux
Member • 129 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Harley Davidson XL1200C.

October 02, 2024 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 141 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Harley Davidson XL1200C. Trying this now.

October 03, 2024 Reply
Luckyluke
Member • 82 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Harley Davidson XL1200C?

October 04, 2024 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 66 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Harley Davidson XL1200C.

October 05, 2024 Reply

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