[Fixed] Looking for my Honda CB400 4's key code to program a new key

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Electric
Member since February 2022 • 56 posts

Looking for my Honda CB400 4's factory key code to program a key

Posted on March 20, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1835 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda CB400 4. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 21, 2025

Replies (6)

Happyfeet
Member • 44 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Honda CB400 4.

March 21, 2025 Reply
Alphawolf
Member • 25 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Honda CB400 4. Trying this now.

March 22, 2025 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 74 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Honda CB400 4 for days.

March 23, 2025 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 88 posts

This is exactly what I need for my Honda CB400 4, thanks for posting!

March 24, 2025 Reply
Superfly
Member • 110 posts

I tried this with my Honda CB400 4 but still no luck. Any suggestions?

March 25, 2025 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 77 posts

Does this method work for the Honda CB400 4 models from 2010 onward?

March 26, 2025 Reply

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