[Completed] Locked out of diagnostics - Harley Davidson XL1200R Sportster Roadster asks for access code

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Yellowdog
Member since April 2022 • 62 posts

Where's the key code hidden on a Harley Davidson XL1200R Sportster Roadster for key programming?

Posted on September 05, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 638 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Harley Davidson XL1200R Sportster Roadster. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 06, 2024

Replies (5)

Digitaldude
Member • 64 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Harley Davidson XL1200R Sportster Roadster?

September 06, 2024 Reply
Timemachine
Member • 92 posts

I tried this with my Harley Davidson XL1200R Sportster Roadster but still no luck. Any suggestions?

September 07, 2024 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 98 posts

My Harley Davidson XL1200R Sportster Roadster is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

September 08, 2024 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 47 posts

Got a dead key fob for my Harley Davidson XL1200R Sportster Roadster. Need the code badly.

September 09, 2024 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 69 posts

I’ve been locked out of my Harley Davidson XL1200R Sportster Roadster all week. Hope this helps.

September 10, 2024 Reply

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