[Resolved] Yamaha TDM 900 won’t accept new key - transponder issue?

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Firestarter
Member since November 2021 • 59 posts

Where's the key code stored on a Yamaha TDM 900 for programming keys?

Posted on August 05, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1895 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Yamaha TDM 900. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 06, 2024

Replies (3)

Captainkirk
Member • 33 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Yamaha TDM 900 owner.

August 06, 2024 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 28 posts

If this works for my Yamaha TDM 900, I owe you big time.

August 07, 2024 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 141 posts

Does this method work for the Yamaha TDM 900 models from 2010 onward?

August 08, 2024 Reply

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