[Answered] Stuck at home with my Kawasaki KL 250 - immobilizer won’t let me start

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Where can I get the key code to make a new key for my Kawasaki KL 250?

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki KL 250. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

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Been searching everywhere for help with my Kawasaki KL 250's key code.

Can’t believe this worked on my Kawasaki KL 250. Huge thanks!

My Kawasaki KL 250 just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

My Kawasaki KL 250 refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

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