[Free Fix] Yamaha X1 not accepting cloned key - code problem?

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Happyfeet
Member since May 2022 • 49 posts

How to get my Yamaha X1's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on March 16, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1075 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Yamaha X1. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 17, 2025

Replies (6)

Zombieslayer
Member • 44 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Yamaha X1. Trying this now.

March 17, 2025 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 70 posts

I tried this with my Yamaha X1 but still no luck. Any suggestions?

March 18, 2025 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 124 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Yamaha X1 owner.

March 19, 2025 Reply
Unicorn
Member • 118 posts

Was about to tow my Yamaha X1. Let me try this first.

March 20, 2025 Reply
Gamemaster
Member • 44 posts

Got a dead key fob for my Yamaha X1. Need the code badly.

March 21, 2025 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 5 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Yamaha X1!

March 22, 2025 Reply

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