[Solution] Just changed ECU on my Honda CB223S - need new transponder code?

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Rocketman
Member since January 2022 • 105 posts

Where do I get the key code for my Honda CB223S to make a spare key?

Posted on February 11, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 970 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda CB223S. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 12, 2025

Replies (6)

Quantumleap
Member • 38 posts

My Honda CB223S won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

February 12, 2025 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 77 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Honda CB223S, hope this helps.

February 13, 2025 Reply
Frostymug
Member • 148 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Honda CB223S?

February 14, 2025 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 51 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Honda CB223S.

February 15, 2025 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 45 posts

Using this on my Honda CB223S now. Hope it works.

February 16, 2025 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 13 posts

Same problem on my Honda CB223S. Watching for any working solutions.

February 17, 2025 Reply

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