[Closed] My Honda CB1100R came with no key card - how do I get the code?

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Pixelpusher
Member since December 2022 • 127 posts

Need my Honda CB1100R's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on October 19, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda CB1100R. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 20, 2024

Replies (4)

Thunderbolt
Member • 75 posts

Been stuck with my Honda CB1100R for weeks. This might be the fix.

October 20, 2024 Reply
Deltaforce
Member • 119 posts

Just what I needed! My Honda CB1100R has been acting up lately.

October 21, 2024 Reply
Techlord
Member • 106 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Honda CB1100R. Trying this instead.

October 22, 2024 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 48 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Honda CB1100R, would this method still work?

October 23, 2024 Reply

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