[Solved] Need help fast - Honda VT125C Shadow immobilizer blocking start

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Megabyte
Member since December 2021 • 142 posts

Need my Honda VT125C Shadow's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on September 17, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda VT125C Shadow. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 18, 2024

Replies (4)

Orangecrush
Member • 111 posts

This just might solve my Honda VT125C Shadow's ignition issue.

September 18, 2024 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 70 posts

Following this for my Honda VT125C Shadow. Please update if it works!

September 19, 2024 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 90 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Honda VT125C Shadow too.

September 20, 2024 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 82 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Honda VT125C Shadow, would this method still work?

September 21, 2024 Reply

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