[Fixed] Key code help for Yamaha FZ8 ABS with laser-cut key

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Eagleeye
Member since May 2023 • 17 posts

How can I obtain my Yamaha FZ8 ABS's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on November 14, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1350 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Yamaha FZ8 ABS. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 15, 2024

Replies (6)

Pixelpusher
Member • 42 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Yamaha FZ8 ABS's key code.

November 15, 2024 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 31 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Yamaha FZ8 ABS this weekend.

November 16, 2024 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 102 posts

My Yamaha FZ8 ABS just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

November 17, 2024 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 40 posts

My Yamaha FZ8 ABS might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

November 18, 2024 Reply
Vortex22
Member • 147 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Yamaha FZ8 ABS. Thanks!

November 19, 2024 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 43 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Yamaha FZ8 ABS. This looks promising.

November 20, 2024 Reply

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