[Closed] Dealer charging $250 for Honda VTR 1000 F Super code - alternatives?

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Matrixfan
Member since October 2021 • 15 posts

Where can I get the key code to make a new key for my Honda VTR 1000 F Super?

Posted on October 24, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1791 posts

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

Posted on October 25, 2024

Replies (6)

Laserfocus
Member • 77 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Honda VTR 1000 F Super!

October 25, 2024 Reply
Superfly
Member • 137 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Honda VTR 1000 F Super. Trying this instead.

October 26, 2024 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 54 posts

I’m not alone! My Honda VTR 1000 F Super is doing the same thing.

October 27, 2024 Reply
Purplehaze
Member • 46 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Honda VTR 1000 F Super.

October 28, 2024 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 122 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Honda VTR 1000 F Super.

October 29, 2024 Reply
Thunderbolt
Member • 46 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Honda VTR 1000 F Super.

October 30, 2024 Reply

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