[Free Solution] Can I get the immobilizer code for my Honda CB 500 from the VIN?

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Xrayvision
Member since July 2022 • 87 posts

How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my Honda CB 500?

Posted on April 18, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda CB 500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 19, 2025

Replies (5)

Bluescreen
Member • 40 posts

Following this for my Honda CB 500. Please update if it works!

April 19, 2025 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 130 posts

This is exactly what I need for my Honda CB 500, thanks for posting!

April 20, 2025 Reply
Omegared
Member • 27 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Honda CB 500. This might do it.

April 21, 2025 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 10 posts

Same issue here with my Honda CB 500, let me know if it works.

April 22, 2025 Reply
Knightlight
Member • 133 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Honda CB 500?

April 23, 2025 Reply

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