[Solution] Key code help for Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10R ABS with chipped keys

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How to find the factory key code to program Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10R ABS keys?

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Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Kawasaki Ninja ZX 10R ABS.

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