[Archived] Trying to program a new key for my Kawasaki ZX 12R Ninja - where's the key code?

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Quantumx
Member since January 2022 • 41 posts

Looking for my Kawasaki ZX 12R Ninja's key code to program a new key

Posted on January 24, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki ZX 12R Ninja. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 25, 2025

Replies (5)

Luckyluke
Member • 148 posts

Following this for my Kawasaki ZX 12R Ninja. Please update if it works!

January 25, 2025 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 98 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my Kawasaki ZX 12R Ninja.

January 26, 2025 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 35 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Kawasaki ZX 12R Ninja. Huge thanks!

January 27, 2025 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 17 posts

My Kawasaki ZX 12R Ninja's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

January 28, 2025 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 143 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Kawasaki ZX 12R Ninja.

January 29, 2025 Reply

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