[Confirmed] Bought a used Suzuki RE 5 Rotary, no key code - help!

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Where do I get the key code for my Suzuki RE 5 Rotary to make a spare key?

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Was about to tow my Suzuki RE 5 Rotary. Let me try this first.

Key code problems with my Suzuki RE 5 Rotary as well. Subscribed!

I’m in the same boat with my Suzuki RE 5 Rotary. This looks promising.

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