[Answered] Ignition won’t turn - is my Suzuki TL 1000 R asking for a code?

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Pixelpusher
Member since February 2022 • 101 posts

Looking for my Suzuki TL 1000 R's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on January 19, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1299 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Suzuki TL 1000 R. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 20, 2025

Replies (5)

Megamind
Member • 111 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Suzuki TL 1000 R. This looks promising.

January 20, 2025 Reply
Icedragon
Member • 146 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Suzuki TL 1000 R as well.

January 21, 2025 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 76 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my Suzuki TL 1000 R.

January 22, 2025 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 127 posts

Does this method work for the Suzuki TL 1000 R models from 2010 onward?

January 23, 2025 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 45 posts

Saved me from towing my Suzuki TL 1000 R. Thanks!

January 24, 2025 Reply

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