[Issue Closed] My Honda VF 1000 R says ‘Code Error’ on dash - what’s wrong?

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Outlawstar
Member since April 2023 • 97 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a Honda VF 1000 R key fob?

Posted on September 21, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1093 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda VF 1000 R. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 22, 2024

Replies (3)

Uncleben
Member • 25 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Honda VF 1000 R. This looks promising.

September 22, 2024 Reply
Alphawolf
Member • 36 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Honda VF 1000 R?

September 23, 2024 Reply
Icecold
Member • 145 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Honda VF 1000 R. This might do it.

September 24, 2024 Reply

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