[Confirmed] How to avoid overpaying for Yamaha XJ 600 N key codef

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Purplehaze
Member since October 2022 • 79 posts

Where's the key code hidden on a Yamaha XJ 600 N for key programming?

Posted on December 18, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1298 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Yamaha XJ 600 N. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 19, 2024

Replies (6)

Lionheart
Member • 55 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Yamaha XJ 600 N?

December 19, 2024 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 36 posts

I have the same Yamaha XJ 600 N and I'm also trying to find the key code.

December 20, 2024 Reply
Heidi
Member • 117 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Yamaha XJ 600 N. This is a lifesaver.

December 21, 2024 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 40 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Yamaha XJ 600 N for a while.

December 22, 2024 Reply
Betatest
Member • 97 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Yamaha XJ 600 N.

December 23, 2024 Reply
Lightspeed
Member • 47 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Yamaha XJ 600 N too!

December 24, 2024 Reply

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