[Fixed] Can detailer access key code for Kawasaki ZZR 400?

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Moonwalker
Member since September 2021 • 102 posts

How to obtain the key code to make keys for my Kawasaki ZZR 400?

Posted on April 08, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 981 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki ZZR 400. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 09, 2025

Replies (6)

Echolima
Member • 58 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Kawasaki ZZR 400, would this method still work?

April 09, 2025 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 121 posts

I need this so bad for my Kawasaki ZZR 400. Subscribed!

April 10, 2025 Reply
Xenogamer
Member • 7 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Kawasaki ZZR 400.

April 11, 2025 Reply
Javaking
Member • 21 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Kawasaki ZZR 400 for days.

April 12, 2025 Reply
Frostymug
Member • 134 posts

I really hope this trick works on my Kawasaki ZZR 400.

April 13, 2025 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 20 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Kawasaki ZZR 400. This is a lifesaver.

April 14, 2025 Reply

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