[Issue Closed] Looking for help getting the transponder code for my Honda CBX 500

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Uncleben
Member since January 2023 • 48 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my Honda CBX 500 - help?

Posted on May 21, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda CBX 500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 22, 2025

Replies (6)

Yellowjacket
Member • 81 posts

This just might solve my Honda CBX 500's ignition issue.

May 22, 2025 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 55 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Honda CBX 500.

May 23, 2025 Reply
Yankeezulu
Member • 143 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Honda CBX 500. This is a lifesaver.

May 24, 2025 Reply
Invisible
Member • 94 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the Honda CBX 500?

May 25, 2025 Reply
Pandaking
Member • 131 posts

I have a 2011 Honda CBX 500, will this method work for that year?

May 26, 2025 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 135 posts

Been stuck with my Honda CBX 500 for weeks. This might be the fix.

May 27, 2025 Reply

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