[Status: Resolved] Dealer vs locksmith for Kawasaki Versys 650 LT key code

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Emeraldcity
Member since November 2021 • 131 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my Kawasaki Versys 650 LT?

Posted on September 08, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1832 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki Versys 650 LT. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 09, 2024

Replies (5)

Flyingmonk
Member • 131 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Kawasaki Versys 650 LT's key code.

September 09, 2024 Reply
Turboboost
Member • 53 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Kawasaki Versys 650 LT—might work for mine too.

September 10, 2024 Reply
Xenowarrior
Member • 110 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Kawasaki Versys 650 LT.

September 11, 2024 Reply
Oldschool
Member • 19 posts

Just tried this on my Kawasaki Versys 650 LT—anyone else have success?

September 12, 2024 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 98 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Kawasaki Versys 650 LT.

September 13, 2024 Reply

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