[Resolved] Trying to program a new key for my Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Classic - where's the key code?

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Betamax
Member since April 2023 • 91 posts

Where do I get the key code for my Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Classic to make a spare key?

Posted on August 02, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 758 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Classic. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 03, 2024

Replies (3)

Wizardoz
Member • 91 posts

Been stuck with my Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Classic for weeks. This might be the fix.

August 03, 2024 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 10 posts

My Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Classic won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

August 04, 2024 Reply
Quantumleap
Member • 44 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Kawasaki Vulcan 1600 Classic too!

August 05, 2024 Reply

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