[Fixed] Aftermarket solutions when Kawasaki VN 800 Vulcan key code lost

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Supernova
Member since September 2021 • 41 posts

Where's the key code stored in a Kawasaki VN 800 Vulcan for making new keys?

Posted on February 16, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 726 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki VN 800 Vulcan. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 17, 2025

Replies (5)

Digitalx
Member • 40 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Kawasaki VN 800 Vulcan key code too.

February 17, 2025 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 142 posts

Was about to give up on my Kawasaki VN 800 Vulcan, but this gives me hope.

February 18, 2025 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 12 posts

Just what I needed! My Kawasaki VN 800 Vulcan has been acting up lately.

February 19, 2025 Reply
Icemann
Member • 77 posts

Just what I needed! My Kawasaki VN 800 Vulcan has been acting up lately.

February 20, 2025 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 144 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Kawasaki VN 800 Vulcan. This is a lifesaver.

February 21, 2025 Reply

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