[Solution] Got blank key from junkyard - won’t program to Kawasaki ZZR1400 ABS

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Hackman
Member since December 2021 • 148 posts

Where's the key code located on a Kawasaki ZZR1400 ABS for key programming?

Posted on December 01, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 807 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Kawasaki ZZR1400 ABS. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 02, 2024

Replies (3)

Purplerain
Member • 140 posts

Does this method work for the Kawasaki ZZR1400 ABS models from 2010 onward?

December 02, 2024 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 49 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my Kawasaki ZZR1400 ABS's key code.

December 03, 2024 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 65 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Kawasaki ZZR1400 ABS's key code.

December 04, 2024 Reply

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