[Solution] DIY method for retrieving PIN from Honda CMX 450 Rebel ECU?

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Ghostrider
Member since July 2022 • 35 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my Honda CMX 450 Rebel?

Posted on January 04, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1100 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda CMX 450 Rebel. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 05, 2025

Replies (6)

Heidi
Member • 65 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Honda CMX 450 Rebel key code too.

January 05, 2025 Reply
Bob
Member • 123 posts

I think my Honda CMX 450 Rebel has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

January 06, 2025 Reply
Steelwolf
Member • 119 posts

I’m not alone! My Honda CMX 450 Rebel is doing the same thing.

January 07, 2025 Reply
Flyingmonk
Member • 49 posts

Got a dead key fob for my Honda CMX 450 Rebel. Need the code badly.

January 08, 2025 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 43 posts

Anyone try this on a Honda CMX 450 Rebel with push-button start?

January 09, 2025 Reply
Luckyluke
Member • 140 posts

I think my Honda CMX 450 Rebel has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

January 10, 2025 Reply

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