[Recommended Fix] Help needed - Kawasaki Ninja 250SL KRT Edition not recognizing replacement key

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Where do I get the key code for my Kawasaki Ninja 250SL KRT Edition to make a spare key?

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My Kawasaki Ninja 250SL KRT Edition's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

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