[Resolved] Programmed new key but Kawasaki ZZR1400 Performance Sport still won’t start - code?

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Purplehaze
Member since November 2021 • 146 posts

How do I get the key code to program a new key for my Kawasaki ZZR1400 Performance Sport?

Posted on December 07, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 918 posts

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

Posted on December 08, 2024

Replies (5)

Betamax
Member • 95 posts

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

December 08, 2024 Reply
Captaincrunch
Member • 18 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Kawasaki ZZR1400 Performance Sport?

December 09, 2024 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 106 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Kawasaki ZZR1400 Performance Sport. Trying this instead.

December 10, 2024 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 49 posts

My Kawasaki ZZR1400 Performance Sport just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

December 11, 2024 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 66 posts

I’m not alone! My Kawasaki ZZR1400 Performance Sport is doing the same thing.

December 12, 2024 Reply

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