[Solved] Replaced steering column, now Honda CB500F won’t start - code?

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Ziggystar
Member since August 2022 • 107 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my Honda CB500F?

Posted on December 24, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 820 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda CB500F. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 25, 2024

Replies (6)

Javajunkie
Member • 80 posts

My Honda CB500F's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

December 25, 2024 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 5 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Honda CB500F for days.

December 26, 2024 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 117 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Honda CB500F too.

December 27, 2024 Reply
Flashgordon
Member • 64 posts

I’ve been locked out of my Honda CB500F all week. Hope this helps.

December 28, 2024 Reply
Titanium
Member • 36 posts

Saved me from towing my Honda CB500F. Thanks!

December 29, 2024 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 73 posts

Same issue here with my Honda CB500F, let me know if it works.

December 30, 2024 Reply

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