[Closed] Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Manual

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Luckyluke
Member since September 2021 • 100 posts

Where can I get the key code to make a new key for my Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Manual?

Posted on February 27, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 923 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Manual. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 28, 2025

Replies (5)

Blackwidow
Member • 27 posts

I think my Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Manual has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

February 28, 2025 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 56 posts

My Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Manual has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

March 01, 2025 Reply
Heidi
Member • 54 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Manual as well.

March 02, 2025 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 131 posts

I really hope this trick works on my Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Manual.

March 03, 2025 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 28 posts

This is exactly what I need for my Honda CRF1000L Africa Twin Manual, thanks for posting!

March 04, 2025 Reply

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