[Recommended Fix] My Yamaha RD350LC won’t start - key code lost

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Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Yamaha RD350LC?

Posted on August 14, 2024
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Yamaha RD350LC. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 15, 2024

Replies (5)

Mistermiyagi
Member • 82 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my Yamaha RD350LC.

August 15, 2024 Reply
Xenoking
Member • 138 posts

Just what I needed! My Yamaha RD350LC has been acting up lately.

August 16, 2024 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 81 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Yamaha RD350LC. Huge thanks!

August 17, 2024 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 15 posts

I really hope this trick works on my Yamaha RD350LC.

August 18, 2024 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 90 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Yamaha RD350LC!

August 19, 2024 Reply

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