[Working] My Yamaha XJ 900 S fob is dead - can’t find transponder code

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Charlie
Member since February 2022 • 72 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Yamaha XJ 900 S

Posted on April 13, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Yamaha XJ 900 S. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 14, 2025

Replies (6)

Unicorn
Member • 16 posts

Following this for my Yamaha XJ 900 S. Please update if it works!

April 14, 2025 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 127 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my Yamaha XJ 900 S.

April 15, 2025 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 31 posts

I have a 2011 Yamaha XJ 900 S, will this method work for that year?

April 16, 2025 Reply
Jazzmann
Member • 143 posts

Does this method work for the Yamaha XJ 900 S models from 2010 onward?

April 17, 2025 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 82 posts

Following along—same issue with my Yamaha XJ 900 S.

April 18, 2025 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 72 posts

My Yamaha XJ 900 S's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

April 19, 2025 Reply

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