[Free Solution] Dealer refusing key code for my Kawasaki KZ 650 - options?

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Techguru
Member since February 2023 • 46 posts

Where's the key code stored on a Kawasaki KZ 650 for programming keys?

Posted on April 20, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki KZ 650. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 21, 2025

Replies (4)

Redbull
Member • 121 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Kawasaki KZ 650.

April 21, 2025 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 112 posts

This thread might save my Kawasaki KZ 650. Thanks everyone!

April 22, 2025 Reply
Techguru
Member • 130 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Kawasaki KZ 650.

April 23, 2025 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 76 posts

My Kawasaki KZ 650 needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

April 24, 2025 Reply

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