[Update] How can I retrieve my Yamaha SR400 SR500's key code to make a spare key?

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Alphawolf
Member since April 2022 • 32 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program Yamaha SR400 SR500 keys?

Posted on August 28, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Yamaha SR400 SR500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 29, 2024

Replies (5)

Electriceel
Member • 68 posts

Trying this out on my Yamaha SR400 SR500 today—hoping it works.

August 29, 2024 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 140 posts

Trying this on my Yamaha SR400 SR500 later. Will report back.

August 30, 2024 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 24 posts

My Yamaha SR400 SR500's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

August 31, 2024 Reply
Darkhorse
Member • 96 posts

Been here before with my Yamaha SR400 SR500. Let’s see if this one works.

September 01, 2024 Reply
Younggun
Member • 83 posts

Trying this on my Yamaha SR400 SR500 later. Will report back.

September 02, 2024 Reply

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