[Answered] How do I tell if my Vincent Grey Flash uses a transponder?

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Metalhead
Member since January 2022 • 124 posts

Where's the key code stored on a Vincent Grey Flash for programming keys?

Posted on September 15, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1558 posts

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

Posted on September 16, 2024

Replies (4)

Xrayvision
Member • 59 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Vincent Grey Flash for a while.

September 16, 2024 Reply
Skywalker
Member • 146 posts

My Vincent Grey Flash just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

September 17, 2024 Reply
Irongiant
Member • 103 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Vincent Grey Flash.

September 18, 2024 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 93 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a Vincent Grey Flash.

September 19, 2024 Reply

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