[Solved] Need key code after battery died in Yamaha X Max 400 Iron

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Airjordan
Member since February 2023 • 54 posts

How do I get the key code to program a new key for my Yamaha X Max 400 Iron?

Posted on December 13, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1850 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Yamaha X Max 400 Iron. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 14, 2024

Replies (5)

Betamax
Member • 100 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Yamaha X Max 400 Iron.

December 14, 2024 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 27 posts

I have the same Yamaha X Max 400 Iron and I'm also trying to find the key code.

December 15, 2024 Reply
Vortexx
Member • 105 posts

Key code problems with my Yamaha X Max 400 Iron as well. Subscribed!

December 16, 2024 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 83 posts

My Yamaha X Max 400 Iron just blinks. I think this might fix it.

December 17, 2024 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 134 posts

My Yamaha X Max 400 Iron has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

December 18, 2024 Reply

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