[Success] Where's the key code stored to program keys for a Honda CB1?

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Where's the key code stored in a Honda CB1 for making new keys?

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This thread might save my Honda CB1. Thanks everyone!

Been here before with my Honda CB1. Let’s see if this one works.

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Honda CB1?

My Honda CB1's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

Fingers crossed this works for my Honda CB1 too.

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