[Update] Harley Davidson XL1200L Sportster 1200 stuck in anti-theft mode - code lost

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Lasertag
Member since January 2022 • 116 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my Harley Davidson XL1200L Sportster 1200

Posted on March 18, 2025
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Harley Davidson XL1200L Sportster 1200. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 19, 2025

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Frostbyte
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I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Harley Davidson XL1200L Sportster 1200. Trying this now.

March 19, 2025 Reply
Shadowfax
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March 20, 2025 Reply
Jumpman
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I’m in the same boat with my Harley Davidson XL1200L Sportster 1200. This looks promising.

March 21, 2025 Reply

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