[Issue Closed] Key code missing from manual for Honda CBX series

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Xenonflash
Member since March 2023 • 50 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my Honda CBX series

Posted on August 04, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1284 posts

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Posted on August 05, 2024

Replies (6)

Xrayspecs
Member • 86 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Honda CBX series—might work for mine too.

August 05, 2024 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 89 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a Honda CBX series.

August 06, 2024 Reply
Voodooman
Member • 23 posts

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

August 07, 2024 Reply
Betamax
Member • 9 posts

My Honda CBX series's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

August 08, 2024 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 129 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my Honda CBX series.

August 09, 2024 Reply
Supernova
Member • 115 posts

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

August 10, 2024 Reply

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