[Success] Lost transponder code for my Honda Shadow 125 - any ideas?

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Silverfox
Member since September 2022 • 113 posts

How to find the factory key code to program Honda Shadow 125 keys?

Posted on November 16, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 664 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda Shadow 125. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 17, 2024

Replies (3)

Zombieking
Member • 147 posts

I really hope this trick works on my Honda Shadow 125.

November 17, 2024 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 120 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Honda Shadow 125.

November 18, 2024 Reply
Voodooman
Member • 77 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Honda Shadow 125.

November 19, 2024 Reply

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