[Answered] Trying to match new key to Kawasaki W800 Black Edition ECU - stuck

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Silverfox
Member since January 2023 • 31 posts

How can I find my Kawasaki W800 Black Edition's key code to program a new key?

Posted on December 10, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki W800 Black Edition. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 11, 2024

Replies (4)

Killerbee
Member • 79 posts

Was about to give up on my Kawasaki W800 Black Edition, but this gives me hope.

December 11, 2024 Reply
Goldeneye
Member • 137 posts

Trying this on my Kawasaki W800 Black Edition later. Will report back.

December 12, 2024 Reply
Gamemaster
Member • 76 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Kawasaki W800 Black Edition, hope this helps.

December 13, 2024 Reply
Misterx
Member • 100 posts

Same issue here with my Kawasaki W800 Black Edition, let me know if it works.

December 14, 2024 Reply

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