[Update] My KAWASAKI VN 800 VULCAN classic fob is dead - can’t find transponder code

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Bob
Member since December 2021 • 84 posts

Where's the key code stored in a KAWASAKI VN 800 VULCAN classic for making new keys?

Posted on December 26, 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 800 VULCAN classic. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 27, 2024

Replies (5)

Karmapolice
Member • 32 posts

Does this method work for the KAWASAKI VN 800 VULCAN classic models from 2010 onward?

December 27, 2024 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 81 posts

Just tried this on my KAWASAKI VN 800 VULCAN classic—anyone else have success?

December 28, 2024 Reply
Misterx
Member • 89 posts

If this works for my KAWASAKI VN 800 VULCAN classic, I owe you big time.

December 29, 2024 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 32 posts

Worked on my cousin’s KAWASAKI VN 800 VULCAN classic—might work for mine too.

December 30, 2024 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 95 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my KAWASAKI VN 800 VULCAN classic.

December 31, 2024 Reply

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