[Working] Key code alternatives when all else fails for Kawasaki Z 250 LTD

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Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Kawasaki Z 250 LTD

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I have a 2011 Kawasaki Z 250 LTD, will this method work for that year?

Using this on my Kawasaki Z 250 LTD now. Hope it works.

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Kawasaki Z 250 LTD?

Anyone try this on a Kawasaki Z 250 LTD with push-button start?

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