[Working] Can I get the immobilizer code for my Yamaha SR 400 from the VIN?

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Gamemaster
Member since June 2023 • 96 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my Yamaha SR 400

Posted on January 17, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 649 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Yamaha SR 400. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 18, 2025

Replies (5)

Xenowarrior
Member • 110 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Yamaha SR 400!

January 18, 2025 Reply
Netsurfer
Member • 126 posts

If this works for my Yamaha SR 400, I owe you big time.

January 19, 2025 Reply
Icecold
Member • 39 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Yamaha SR 400.

January 20, 2025 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 24 posts

My Yamaha SR 400 needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

January 21, 2025 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 12 posts

Worked for someone with a Yamaha SR 400? Need to hear it!

January 22, 2025 Reply

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