[Answered] Trying to reprogram key for Kawasaki Ninja, don’t have PIN

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Reddwarf
Member since April 2023 • 31 posts

Looking for my Kawasaki Ninja's key code to program a new key

Posted on March 25, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 502 posts

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

Posted on March 26, 2025

Replies (4)

Redbaron
Member • 112 posts

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

March 26, 2025 Reply
Younggun
Member • 88 posts

I think my Kawasaki Ninja has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

March 27, 2025 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 141 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Kawasaki Ninja!

March 28, 2025 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 26 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Kawasaki Ninja, would this method still work?

March 29, 2025 Reply

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