[Fixed] My Honda ST1300 only works with valet key - programming issue?

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Voodooman
Member since June 2023 • 101 posts

Need my Honda ST1300's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on May 14, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1962 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda ST1300. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 15, 2025

Replies (3)

Timemachine
Member • 108 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Honda ST1300. Huge thanks!

May 15, 2025 Reply
Omegadog
Member • 92 posts

My Honda ST1300 just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

May 16, 2025 Reply
Neonlights
Member • 7 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Honda ST1300?

May 17, 2025 Reply

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