[Status: Resolved] Where do I get the key code for my Kawasaki Z 1000 GTR to make a spare key?

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Cosmicray
Member since July 2023 • 104 posts

Where do they get the key code to program Kawasaki Z 1000 GTR keys at the dealer?

Posted on March 09, 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 GTR. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 10, 2025

Replies (5)

Vectorx
Member • 35 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Kawasaki Z 1000 GTR.

March 10, 2025 Reply
Lionheart
Member • 108 posts

Desperate to get my Kawasaki Z 1000 GTR running again. Trying this tonight.

March 11, 2025 Reply
Zetajones
Member • 132 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Kawasaki Z 1000 GTR. Trying this instead.

March 12, 2025 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 83 posts

I have the same Kawasaki Z 1000 GTR and I'm also trying to find the key code.

March 13, 2025 Reply
Platinumblonde
Member • 69 posts

Appreciate any advice—my Kawasaki Z 1000 GTR won’t recognize the key.

March 14, 2025 Reply

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