[Method] Need my Honda CB 250's key code to program a new transponder key

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Yellowbird
Member since August 2023 • 104 posts

Need my Honda CB 250's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on October 28, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda CB 250. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 29, 2024

Replies (3)

Electric
Member • 146 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Honda CB 250 this weekend.

October 29, 2024 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 93 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Honda CB 250 too!

October 30, 2024 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 75 posts

Just tried this on my Honda CB 250—anyone else have success?

October 31, 2024 Reply

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