[Answered] Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder Legendary immobilizer not responding after new key

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Goldenret
Member since June 2022 • 103 posts

How do I get the key code to program a new key for my Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder Legendary?

Posted on February 13, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder Legendary. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 14, 2025

Replies (5)

Alphamax
Member • 96 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder Legendary too.

February 14, 2025 Reply
Icemann
Member • 141 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder Legendary key issue.

February 15, 2025 Reply
Highvoltage
Member • 108 posts

My Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder Legendary is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

February 16, 2025 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 74 posts

Looking for the same thing for my Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder Legendary, hope someone can help.

February 17, 2025 Reply
Nighthawk
Member • 102 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Suzuki VL 1500 Intruder Legendary.

February 18, 2025 Reply

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