[Solution] Can’t get past anti-theft lock on my Harley Davidson XLH 900 Sportster

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Skywalker
Member since June 2023 • 120 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my Harley Davidson XLH 900 Sportster - help?

Posted on December 15, 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 XLH 900 Sportster. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 16, 2024

Replies (3)

Purplehaze
Member • 38 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Harley Davidson XLH 900 Sportster.

December 16, 2024 Reply
Javajunkie
Member • 86 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Harley Davidson XLH 900 Sportster.

December 17, 2024 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 48 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's Harley Davidson XLH 900 Sportster. Giving it a go myself.

December 18, 2024 Reply

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