[Working] Dealer wants $$$ for Kawasaki VN 400 Classic code - any other options?

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Neondream
Member since November 2021 • 66 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Kawasaki VN 400 Classic - where's the key code?

Posted on December 31, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki VN 400 Classic. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 01, 2025

Replies (4)

Younggun
Member • 16 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Kawasaki VN 400 Classic, would this method still work?

January 01, 2025 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 52 posts

Anyone try this on a Kawasaki VN 400 Classic with push-button start?

January 02, 2025 Reply
Zetajones
Member • 124 posts

My Kawasaki VN 400 Classic won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

January 03, 2025 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 19 posts

My Kawasaki VN 400 Classic has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

January 04, 2025 Reply

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