[Solution] Key won’t work on my Honda XL 125 - is it the PIN code?

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Electriceel
Member since January 2022 • 82 posts

How can I access my Honda XL 125's key code to program new keys?

Posted on December 27, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda XL 125. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 28, 2024

Replies (4)

Misterx
Member • 131 posts

Key code problems with my Honda XL 125 as well. Subscribed!

December 28, 2024 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 26 posts

Just tried this on my Honda XL 125—anyone else have success?

December 29, 2024 Reply
Heidi
Member • 56 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Honda XL 125?

December 30, 2024 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 6 posts

I tried this with my Honda XL 125 but still no luck. Any suggestions?

December 31, 2024 Reply

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