[Archived] My Honda VFR800F won’t start - do I need a transponder code?

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Hotwheels
Member since July 2022 • 81 posts

How can I obtain my Honda VFR800F's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on November 16, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1334 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda VFR800F. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 17, 2024

Replies (5)

Thunderbolt
Member • 139 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Honda VFR800F.

November 17, 2024 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 58 posts

My Honda VFR800F needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

November 18, 2024 Reply
Supernova
Member • 69 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Honda VFR800F too.

November 19, 2024 Reply
Omegaman
Member • 59 posts

Really need the key code for my Honda VFR800F, thanks for sharing!

November 20, 2024 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 83 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Honda VFR800F.

November 21, 2024 Reply

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