[Update] Suzuki Bandit 1200 S is stuck with anti-theft light blinking

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How can I find my Suzuki Bandit 1200 S's key code to program a new key?

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Been here before with my Suzuki Bandit 1200 S. Let’s see if this one works.

Waiting to see if this will work on my Suzuki Bandit 1200 S as well.

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Suzuki Bandit 1200 S. Trying this now.

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Suzuki Bandit 1200 S!

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Suzuki Bandit 1200 S?

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Suzuki Bandit 1200 S.

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