[Archived] HONDA VTR1000F FIRESTORM immobilizer module mismatch - how to fix?

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Rustynail
Member since January 2022 • 97 posts

Need my HONDA VTR1000F FIRESTORM's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on September 14, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the HONDA VTR1000F FIRESTORM. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 15, 2024

Replies (6)

Silversurf
Member • 77 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my HONDA VTR1000F FIRESTORM.

September 15, 2024 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 141 posts

My HONDA VTR1000F FIRESTORM's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

September 16, 2024 Reply
Neonlights
Member • 98 posts

Using this on my HONDA VTR1000F FIRESTORM now. Hope it works.

September 17, 2024 Reply
Omegared
Member • 126 posts

Same issue here with my HONDA VTR1000F FIRESTORM, let me know if it works.

September 18, 2024 Reply
Omegadog
Member • 80 posts

Really need the key code for my HONDA VTR1000F FIRESTORM, thanks for sharing!

September 19, 2024 Reply
Superfly
Member • 52 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my HONDA VTR1000F FIRESTORM key code too.

September 20, 2024 Reply

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