[It Worked!] How to avoid overpaying for Kawasaki Ninja 400R or 400R key codef

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Misterx
Member since July 2022 • 16 posts

How can I retrieve my Kawasaki Ninja 400R or 400R's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on November 14, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1995 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki Ninja 400R or 400R. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 15, 2024

Replies (6)

Ultrasonic
Member • 56 posts

Desperate to get my Kawasaki Ninja 400R or 400R running again. Trying this tonight.

November 15, 2024 Reply
Omegared
Member • 124 posts

My Kawasaki Ninja 400R or 400R just blinks. I think this might fix it.

November 16, 2024 Reply
Zetajones
Member • 71 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Kawasaki Ninja 400R or 400R—might work for mine too.

November 17, 2024 Reply
Metalhead
Member • 57 posts

My Kawasaki Ninja 400R or 400R might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

November 18, 2024 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 136 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Kawasaki Ninja 400R or 400R?

November 19, 2024 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 111 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Kawasaki Ninja 400R or 400R.

November 20, 2024 Reply

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