[Archived] Key code needed for push button Yamaha SR 500 S

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Laughingman
Member since March 2023 • 146 posts

How to get the factory key code for my Yamaha SR 500 S to make keys?

Posted on November 11, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 689 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Yamaha SR 500 S. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 12, 2024

Replies (5)

Codemaster
Member • 145 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Yamaha SR 500 S.

November 12, 2024 Reply
Supernova
Member • 91 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Yamaha SR 500 S.

November 13, 2024 Reply
Xfactor
Member • 116 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Yamaha SR 500 S's mystery code.

November 14, 2024 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 142 posts

I’m not alone! My Yamaha SR 500 S is doing the same thing.

November 15, 2024 Reply
Goldeneye
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I need this so bad for my Yamaha SR 500 S. Subscribed!

November 16, 2024 Reply

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