[Completed] Can I get the immobilizer code for my Honda VTX 1800 Retro Spoke from the VIN?

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Whiterabbit
Member since December 2022 • 107 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Honda VTX 1800 Retro Spoke

Posted on January 08, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda VTX 1800 Retro Spoke. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 09, 2025

Replies (3)

Captainkirk
Member • 5 posts

Anyone try this on a Honda VTX 1800 Retro Spoke with push-button start?

January 09, 2025 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 99 posts

Was about to tow my Honda VTX 1800 Retro Spoke. Let me try this first.

January 10, 2025 Reply
Hackman
Member • 80 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Honda VTX 1800 Retro Spoke, would this method still work?

January 11, 2025 Reply

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