[Issue Closed] Key code help for Yamaha TDM with laser-cut key

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Metalhead
Member since July 2022 • 89 posts

Where's the key code stored in a Yamaha TDM for making new keys?

Posted on November 22, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1450 posts

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

Posted on November 23, 2024

Replies (5)

Thunderbolt
Member • 118 posts

Desperate to get my Yamaha TDM running again. Trying this tonight.

November 23, 2024 Reply
Wildcard
Member • 26 posts

Got a dead key fob for my Yamaha TDM. Need the code badly.

November 24, 2024 Reply
Eve
Member • 96 posts

Following along—same issue with my Yamaha TDM.

November 25, 2024 Reply
Flyingdutch
Member • 40 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Yamaha TDM key issue.

November 26, 2024 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 139 posts

Following this for my Yamaha TDM. Please update if it works!

November 27, 2024 Reply

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