[Issue Closed] Just changed battery, now Yamaha Virago asks for a PIN code

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Madhatter
Member since November 2021 • 43 posts

How to find the factory key code to program Yamaha Virago keys?

Posted on January 07, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1972 posts

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

Posted on January 08, 2025

Replies (6)

Ironwill
Member • 58 posts

Following along—same issue with my Yamaha Virago.

January 08, 2025 Reply
Megamind
Member • 143 posts

Trying this on my Yamaha Virago later. Will report back.

January 09, 2025 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 14 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the Yamaha Virago?

January 10, 2025 Reply
Shadowfax
Member • 105 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Yamaha Virago. This looks promising.

January 11, 2025 Reply
Javajunkie
Member • 46 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Yamaha Virago. Huge thanks!

January 12, 2025 Reply
Blackwidow
Member • 6 posts

Just tried this on my Yamaha Virago—anyone else have success?

January 13, 2025 Reply

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