[Free Solution] Honda XR 650 R is stuck with anti-theft light blinking

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Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Honda XR 650 R?

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Was about to give up on my Honda XR 650 R, but this gives me hope.

I’m not alone! My Honda XR 650 R is doing the same thing.

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Honda XR 650 R!

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