[Status: Resolved] Getting key code for Yamaha XJ650 Maxim with keyless entry

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Purplerain
Member since October 2022 • 32 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my Yamaha XJ650 Maxim?

Posted on November 10, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1946 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Yamaha XJ650 Maxim. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 11, 2024

Replies (6)

Jedimaster
Member • 132 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Yamaha XJ650 Maxim.

November 11, 2024 Reply
Jokersmile
Member • 21 posts

My Yamaha XJ650 Maxim just blinks. I think this might fix it.

November 12, 2024 Reply
Xenoking
Member • 112 posts

This just might solve my Yamaha XJ650 Maxim's ignition issue.

November 13, 2024 Reply
Alphawolf
Member • 90 posts

I’ve been locked out of my Yamaha XJ650 Maxim all week. Hope this helps.

November 14, 2024 Reply
Bigfoot
Member • 7 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Yamaha XJ650 Maxim!

November 15, 2024 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 39 posts

I have the same Yamaha XJ650 Maxim and I'm also trying to find the key code.

November 16, 2024 Reply

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