[Archived] Bought a used Kawasaki ZX 7R Ninja, no key code - help!

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Trying to program a new key for my Kawasaki ZX 7R Ninja - where's the key code?

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki ZX 7R Ninja. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

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Following along—same issue with my Kawasaki ZX 7R Ninja.

I really hope this trick works on my Kawasaki ZX 7R Ninja.

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my Kawasaki ZX 7R Ninja.

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Kawasaki ZX 7R Ninja for a while.

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