[Solved] My Honda VTX 1300 R only works with valet key - programming issue?

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Hackman
Member since July 2023 • 29 posts

Looking for my Honda VTX 1300 R's key code to program a new key

Posted on August 05, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1878 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda VTX 1300 R. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 06, 2024

Replies (5)

Quantumpie
Member • 83 posts

Got a dead key fob for my Honda VTX 1300 R. Need the code badly.

August 06, 2024 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 53 posts

My Honda VTX 1300 R refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

August 07, 2024 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 27 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Honda VTX 1300 R.

August 08, 2024 Reply
Silverbullet
Member • 103 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Honda VTX 1300 R!

August 09, 2024 Reply
Icemann
Member • 32 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Honda VTX 1300 R!

August 10, 2024 Reply

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