[Confirmed Fix] My Honda GB500 won’t recognize the key - missing transponder code?

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Yellowdog
Member since February 2023 • 106 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my Honda GB500?

Posted on September 08, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 748 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda GB500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 09, 2024

Replies (5)

Goldeneye
Member • 112 posts

Really need the key code for my Honda GB500, thanks for sharing!

September 09, 2024 Reply
Techlord
Member • 135 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Honda GB500.

September 10, 2024 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 20 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Honda GB500. Thanks!

September 11, 2024 Reply
Misterx
Member • 91 posts

My Honda GB500's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

September 12, 2024 Reply
Nighthawk
Member • 124 posts

Saved me from towing my Honda GB500. Thanks!

September 13, 2024 Reply

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