[Verified] Key code help for Yamaha XJ 600 S with flip key

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Jokersmile
Member since October 2021 • 78 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a Yamaha XJ 600 S?

Posted on November 04, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 641 posts

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

Posted on November 05, 2024

Replies (6)

Icemann
Member • 68 posts

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

November 05, 2024 Reply
Grace
Member • 142 posts

I tried this with my Yamaha XJ 600 S but still no luck. Any suggestions?

November 06, 2024 Reply
Laserbeam
Member • 36 posts

Was about to give up on my Yamaha XJ 600 S, but this gives me hope.

November 07, 2024 Reply
Happyfeet
Member • 47 posts

Looking for the same thing for my Yamaha XJ 600 S, hope someone can help.

November 08, 2024 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 80 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Yamaha XJ 600 S.

November 09, 2024 Reply
Xenoking
Member • 12 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Yamaha XJ 600 S. Thanks!

November 10, 2024 Reply

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