[Closed] My Honda XL 1000 Varadero key code is missing - advice?

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Techwiz
Member since June 2022 • 14 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my Honda XL 1000 Varadero?

Posted on February 27, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda XL 1000 Varadero. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 28, 2025

Replies (4)

Titanium
Member • 49 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Honda XL 1000 Varadero.

February 28, 2025 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 39 posts

Appreciate any advice—my Honda XL 1000 Varadero won’t recognize the key.

March 01, 2025 Reply
Betatest
Member • 17 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Honda XL 1000 Varadero?

March 02, 2025 Reply
Superfly
Member • 70 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Honda XL 1000 Varadero!

March 03, 2025 Reply

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