[Solution] Where do I enter key programming code in Kawasaki KR1 KR1S?

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Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Kawasaki KR1 KR1S

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Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Kawasaki KR1 KR1S.

My Kawasaki KR1 KR1S is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

Using this on my Kawasaki KR1 KR1S now. Hope it works.

My Kawasaki KR1 KR1S just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

I’m in the same boat with my Kawasaki KR1 KR1S. This looks promising.

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Kawasaki KR1 KR1S this weekend.

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