[Solved] Cheapest way to obtain Kawasaki KZ500 key code

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Timemachine
Member since July 2022 • 145 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my Kawasaki KZ500?

Posted on September 05, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1444 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki KZ500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 06, 2024

Replies (4)

Warpspeed
Member • 115 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my Kawasaki KZ500's key code.

September 06, 2024 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 43 posts

I have the same Kawasaki KZ500 and I'm also trying to find the key code.

September 07, 2024 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 50 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Kawasaki KZ500 too.

September 08, 2024 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 114 posts

Using this on my Kawasaki KZ500 now. Hope it works.

September 09, 2024 Reply

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