[Free Tool] My Kawasaki 500 H 1 Mach only works with valet key - programming issue?

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Betatest
Member since January 2022 • 44 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Kawasaki 500 H 1 Mach

Posted on October 04, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki 500 H 1 Mach. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 05, 2024

Replies (3)

Jedimaster
Member • 119 posts

Saved me from towing my Kawasaki 500 H 1 Mach. Thanks!

October 05, 2024 Reply
Nighthawk
Member • 78 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Kawasaki 500 H 1 Mach—might work for mine too.

October 06, 2024 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 63 posts

Been here before with my Kawasaki 500 H 1 Mach. Let’s see if this one works.

October 07, 2024 Reply

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