[Recommended Fix] VIN-based key code for Honda CD 185 TWIN - is it reliable?

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Need my Honda CD 185 TWIN's key code to program a new transponder key

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This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Honda CD 185 TWIN owner.

I’m not alone! My Honda CD 185 TWIN is doing the same thing.

Been stuck with my Honda CD 185 TWIN for weeks. This might be the fix.

Waiting to see if this will work on my Honda CD 185 TWIN as well.

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