[It Worked!] Key code sticker location in Honda XBR 500 models

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Matrixfan
Member since April 2022 • 123 posts

How to find the factory key code to program Honda XBR 500 keys?

Posted on September 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1068 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda XBR 500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 21, 2024

Replies (5)

Pandaking
Member • 98 posts

Trying this on my Honda XBR 500 later. Will report back.

September 21, 2024 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 66 posts

Using this on my Honda XBR 500 now. Hope it works.

September 22, 2024 Reply
Frostbyte
Member • 59 posts

I think my Honda XBR 500 has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

September 23, 2024 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 121 posts

Was about to tow my Honda XBR 500. Let me try this first.

September 24, 2024 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 42 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Honda XBR 500.

September 25, 2024 Reply

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