[Completed] Key cut but not programmed - KAWASAKI VULCAN 501 stuck

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Ironwill
Member since October 2022 • 126 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my KAWASAKI VULCAN 501?

Posted on November 03, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 618 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the KAWASAKI VULCAN 501. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 04, 2024

Replies (4)

Easymoney
Member • 51 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my KAWASAKI VULCAN 501, following this thread.

November 04, 2024 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 94 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out KAWASAKI VULCAN 501.

November 05, 2024 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 104 posts

I have a 2011 KAWASAKI VULCAN 501, will this method work for that year?

November 06, 2024 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 57 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my KAWASAKI VULCAN 501.

November 07, 2024 Reply

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