[Solution] Need the factory key code to program a key for my Kawasaki W1

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Alphaomega
Member since October 2022 • 17 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Kawasaki W1 - where's the key code?

Posted on September 16, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 894 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki W1. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 17, 2024

Replies (6)

Crazycat
Member • 10 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a Kawasaki W1.

September 17, 2024 Reply
Yankeezulu
Member • 49 posts

My Kawasaki W1 just blinks. I think this might fix it.

September 18, 2024 Reply
Vectorx
Member • 25 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Kawasaki W1.

September 19, 2024 Reply
Platinumblonde
Member • 106 posts

This is exactly what I need for my Kawasaki W1, thanks for posting!

September 20, 2024 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 78 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Kawasaki W1, would this method still work?

September 21, 2024 Reply
Quantumflux
Member • 137 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Kawasaki W1.

September 22, 2024 Reply

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