[It Worked!] Dealer claims Honda XLR 125 key code is proprietary

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Need my Honda XLR 125's key code to program a new transponder key

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda XLR 125. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

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Does anyone know if this works on push-start Honda XLR 125s?

Same problem on my Honda XLR 125. Watching for any working solutions.

Was about to give up on my Honda XLR 125, but this gives me hope.

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