[Archived] Stuck without key code for Honda XL 600 LM

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Titanium
Member since April 2023 • 147 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my Honda XL 600 LM

Posted on May 08, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1620 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda XL 600 LM. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 09, 2025

Replies (3)

Redalert
Member • 143 posts

Following this for my Honda XL 600 LM. Please update if it works!

May 09, 2025 Reply
Timemachine
Member • 54 posts

Trying this out on my Honda XL 600 LM today—hoping it works.

May 10, 2025 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 139 posts

Will this work for older Honda XL 600 LMs? Mine's a 2009.

May 11, 2025 Reply

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