[Update] Can I bypass ignition lock on Kawasaki Z 1000 ABS Special with code?

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Jumpman
Member since September 2021 • 53 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my Kawasaki Z 1000 ABS Special?

Posted on March 03, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki Z 1000 ABS Special. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 04, 2025

Replies (6)

Turboboost
Member • 64 posts

My Kawasaki Z 1000 ABS Special's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

March 04, 2025 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 65 posts

Following this for my Kawasaki Z 1000 ABS Special. Please update if it works!

March 05, 2025 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 133 posts

My Kawasaki Z 1000 ABS Special is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

March 06, 2025 Reply
Irongiant
Member • 112 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Kawasaki Z 1000 ABS Special.

March 07, 2025 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 78 posts

My Kawasaki Z 1000 ABS Special just blinks. I think this might fix it.

March 08, 2025 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 87 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Kawasaki Z 1000 ABS Special's mystery code.

March 09, 2025 Reply

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