[Solved] Kawasaki ZZR1200 immobilizer code invalid - what now?

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Oldschool
Member since April 2023 • 106 posts

How can I obtain my Kawasaki ZZR1200's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on December 01, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki ZZR1200. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 02, 2024

Replies (3)

Zerocool
Member • 44 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Kawasaki ZZR1200.

December 02, 2024 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 51 posts

Desperate to get my Kawasaki ZZR1200 running again. Trying this tonight.

December 03, 2024 Reply
Zerogravity
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Desperate to get my Kawasaki ZZR1200 running again. Trying this tonight.

December 04, 2024 Reply

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