[Completed] Where's the key code located on YAMAHA VSTAR 650 SILVERADO models?

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Pandaking
Member since December 2021 • 114 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a YAMAHA VSTAR 650 SILVERADO key fob?

Posted on February 09, 2025
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Posted on February 10, 2025

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Fastlane
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My mechanic said this might help with my YAMAHA VSTAR 650 SILVERADO key issue.

February 10, 2025 Reply
Vectorx
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Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my YAMAHA VSTAR 650 SILVERADO.

February 11, 2025 Reply
Javajunkie
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Good luck to everyone dealing with YAMAHA VSTAR 650 SILVERADO key issues!

February 12, 2025 Reply
Quantumpie
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My YAMAHA VSTAR 650 SILVERADO needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

February 13, 2025 Reply

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