[Working] Can’t enter key code - Honda VT 1100 ACE Shadow display stuck

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Alphamax
Member since July 2022 • 119 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my Honda VT 1100 ACE Shadow?

Posted on October 29, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 863 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda VT 1100 ACE Shadow. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 30, 2024

Replies (4)

Yellowjacket
Member • 22 posts

Worked for someone with a Honda VT 1100 ACE Shadow? Need to hear it!

October 30, 2024 Reply
Timemachine
Member • 73 posts

Was about to give up on my Honda VT 1100 ACE Shadow, but this gives me hope.

October 31, 2024 Reply
Zombieslayer
Member • 53 posts

Trying this on my Honda VT 1100 ACE Shadow later. Will report back.

November 01, 2024 Reply
Xenonflash
Member • 109 posts

Why is finding a key code on a Honda VT 1100 ACE Shadow this hard?!

November 02, 2024 Reply

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