[Answered] Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Kawasaki VN1700 Voyager Custom?

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Need the factory key code to program a key for my Kawasaki VN1700 Voyager Custom

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Good luck to everyone dealing with Kawasaki VN1700 Voyager Custom key issues!

I have a 2011 Kawasaki VN1700 Voyager Custom, will this method work for that year?

Will this work if the Kawasaki VN1700 Voyager Custom has an aftermarket alarm?

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Kawasaki VN1700 Voyager Custom.

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