[Success] Online dealer portal for Kawasaki Z 1300 DFI key codes

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Where's the key code stored in a Kawasaki Z 1300 DFI for making new keys?

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My Kawasaki Z 1300 DFI refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

My Kawasaki Z 1300 DFI needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

Following along—same issue with my Kawasaki Z 1300 DFI.

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Kawasaki Z 1300 DFI owner.

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