[Solution] How to find the factory key code to program Kawasaki KH500 A8 keys?

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Zombieking
Member since December 2021 • 62 posts

How can I retrieve my Kawasaki KH500 A8's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on October 06, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1934 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki KH500 A8. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 07, 2024

Replies (6)

Xenomorph
Member • 8 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Kawasaki KH500 A8. This might do it.

October 07, 2024 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 20 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Kawasaki KH500 A8 owner.

October 08, 2024 Reply
Jedimaster
Member • 81 posts

Appreciate any advice—my Kawasaki KH500 A8 won’t recognize the key.

October 09, 2024 Reply
Echolima
Member • 71 posts

My Kawasaki KH500 A8 has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

October 10, 2024 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 9 posts

This is exactly what I need for my Kawasaki KH500 A8, thanks for posting!

October 11, 2024 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 133 posts

My Kawasaki KH500 A8 just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

October 12, 2024 Reply

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