[Completed] Need key code after theft recovery of Kawasaki KE100

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How do I find the key code to program a key for my Kawasaki KE100?

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Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Kawasaki KE100.

I have a 2011 Kawasaki KE100, will this method work for that year?

Got a dead key fob for my Kawasaki KE100. Need the code badly.

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