[Resolved] Yamaha MT 125 won't accept new key - transponder issue?

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Silverbullet
Member since October 2022 • 55 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a Yamaha MT 125 key fob?

Posted on March 30, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on March 31, 2025

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Greengiant
Member • 90 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with Yamaha MT 125 key issues!

March 31, 2025 Reply
Neonqueen
Member • 47 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Yamaha MT 125. Trying this now.

April 01, 2025 Reply
Goldengate
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Following along—same issue with my Yamaha MT 125.

April 02, 2025 Reply
Yellowdog
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April 03, 2025 Reply

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