[Archived] How do I retrieve the key code for my Kawasaki KX 85?

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Turboboost
Member since July 2022 • 23 posts

Need my Kawasaki KX 85's key code to program a spare key - where to find?

Posted on January 30, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 776 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki KX 85. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 31, 2025

Replies (6)

Frostbyte
Member • 134 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Kawasaki KX 85.

January 31, 2025 Reply
Pixelpusher
Member • 78 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Kawasaki KX 85—might work for mine too.

February 01, 2025 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 97 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Kawasaki KX 85 too.

February 02, 2025 Reply
Pandaexpress
Member • 40 posts

My Kawasaki KX 85 refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

February 03, 2025 Reply
Lightspeed
Member • 51 posts

Appreciate any advice—my Kawasaki KX 85 won’t recognize the key.

February 04, 2025 Reply
Megamind
Member • 72 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Kawasaki KX 85. This looks promising.

February 05, 2025 Reply

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