[Fixed] Where's the key code card for Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX kept?

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Lightspeed
Member since January 2023 • 150 posts

Where do I get the key code for my Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX to make a spare key?

Posted on April 25, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 26, 2025

Replies (5)

Silversurf
Member • 31 posts

Will this work for older Kawasaki Ninja 1000SXs? Mine's a 2009.

April 26, 2025 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 103 posts

My Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

April 27, 2025 Reply
Whiterabbit
Member • 10 posts

I really hope this trick works on my Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX.

April 28, 2025 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 49 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX. This looks promising.

April 29, 2025 Reply
Emeraldeye
Member • 49 posts

Using this on my Kawasaki Ninja 1000SX now. Hope it works.

April 30, 2025 Reply

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