[Archived] Need help: how to unlock a Yamaha X MAX 400 ABS without the ignition code

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Bluesteel
Member since February 2022 • 137 posts

Looking for my Yamaha X MAX 400 ABS's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on February 10, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Yamaha X MAX 400 ABS. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 11, 2025

Replies (4)

Voodooman
Member • 73 posts

My Yamaha X MAX 400 ABS just blinks. I think this might fix it.

February 11, 2025 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 9 posts

Anyone try this on a Yamaha X MAX 400 ABS with push-button start?

February 12, 2025 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 137 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Yamaha X MAX 400 ABSs?

February 13, 2025 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 17 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Yamaha X MAX 400 ABS.

February 14, 2025 Reply

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