[Confirmed Fix] How can I access my Harley Davidson XL1200X Springer Forty's key code to program new keys?

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Haloeffect
Member since May 2022 • 22 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my Harley Davidson XL1200X Springer Forty?

Posted on January 28, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Harley Davidson XL1200X Springer Forty. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 29, 2025

Replies (5)

Jazzmann
Member • 18 posts

My Harley Davidson XL1200X Springer Forty needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

January 29, 2025 Reply
Deltaforce
Member • 115 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Harley Davidson XL1200X Springer Forty!

January 30, 2025 Reply
Nighthawk
Member • 38 posts

Anyone try this on a Harley Davidson XL1200X Springer Forty with push-button start?

January 31, 2025 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 34 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Harley Davidson XL1200X Springer Forty!

February 01, 2025 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 27 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Harley Davidson XL1200X Springer Forty, would this method still work?

February 02, 2025 Reply

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