[Verified] Yamaha SR 500 T won’t accept new key - transponder issue?

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Gizmoguy
Member since January 2023 • 58 posts

Where's the key code stored in my Yamaha SR 500 T for key programming?

Posted on October 02, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1480 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Yamaha SR 500 T. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 03, 2024

Replies (6)

Easymoney
Member • 54 posts

Was about to give up on my Yamaha SR 500 T, but this gives me hope.

October 03, 2024 Reply
Goldeneye
Member • 90 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Yamaha SR 500 T.

October 04, 2024 Reply
Highvoltage
Member • 75 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Yamaha SR 500 T. Trying this instead.

October 05, 2024 Reply
Redbaron
Member • 30 posts

I’ve been locked out of my Yamaha SR 500 T all week. Hope this helps.

October 06, 2024 Reply
Karmaking
Member • 79 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Yamaha SR 500 T!

October 07, 2024 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 64 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Yamaha SR 500 T's key code.

October 08, 2024 Reply

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