[Answered] Where's the key code stored in my Kawasaki VN 2000 for key programming?

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Karmaking
Member since March 2022 • 70 posts

Where do they get the key code to program Kawasaki VN 2000 keys at the dealer?

Posted on January 22, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki VN 2000. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 23, 2025

Replies (5)

Whiteknight
Member • 64 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Kawasaki VN 2000—might work for mine too.

January 23, 2025 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 35 posts

My Kawasaki VN 2000 won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

January 24, 2025 Reply
Cosmicray
Member • 103 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Kawasaki VN 2000, hope this helps.

January 25, 2025 Reply
Techlord
Member • 107 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Kawasaki VN 2000 owner.

January 26, 2025 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 38 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a Kawasaki VN 2000.

January 27, 2025 Reply

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