[Answered] Locked out of diagnostics - Kawasaki Vulcan VN700 A1 asks for access code

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Javajunkie
Member since August 2021 • 17 posts

Where's the key code hidden on a Kawasaki Vulcan VN700 A1 for key programming?

Posted on August 07, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki Vulcan VN700 A1. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 08, 2024

Replies (3)

Ultrasonic
Member • 9 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Kawasaki Vulcan VN700 A1 too!

August 08, 2024 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 124 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Kawasaki Vulcan VN700 A1 too.

August 09, 2024 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 147 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Kawasaki Vulcan VN700 A1. Huge thanks!

August 10, 2024 Reply

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