[Archived] Can someone explain which code I need for KAWASAKI VN1700 Vulcan Classic key?

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Alphamax
Member since July 2023 • 32 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my KAWASAKI VN1700 Vulcan Classic?

Posted on September 13, 2024
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the KAWASAKI VN1700 Vulcan Classic. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 14, 2024

Replies (4)

Xfactor
Member • 78 posts

Desperate to get my KAWASAKI VN1700 Vulcan Classic running again. Trying this tonight.

September 14, 2024 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 93 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a KAWASAKI VN1700 Vulcan Classic owner.

September 15, 2024 Reply
Killerbee
Member • 94 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my KAWASAKI VN1700 Vulcan Classic for a while.

September 16, 2024 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 98 posts

Trying this on my KAWASAKI VN1700 Vulcan Classic later. Will report back.

September 17, 2024 Reply

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