[Closed] How do I tell if my Honda XRV 750 Africa Twin uses a transponder?

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Neonqueen
Member since September 2021 • 131 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my Honda XRV 750 Africa Twin?

Posted on September 19, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda XRV 750 Africa Twin. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 20, 2024

Replies (5)

Dragonfly
Member • 120 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Honda XRV 750 Africa Twin.

September 20, 2024 Reply
Xenowarrior
Member • 93 posts

Finally, something that might help with my Honda XRV 750 Africa Twin's key code issue!

September 21, 2024 Reply
Youngturk
Member • 74 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Honda XRV 750 Africa Twin as well.

September 22, 2024 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 6 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Honda XRV 750 Africa Twins?

September 23, 2024 Reply
Betamax
Member • 52 posts

Following along—same issue with my Honda XRV 750 Africa Twin.

September 24, 2024 Reply

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