[Issue Closed] Trying to flash ECU on Yamaha XJ650, code mismatch error

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Zetareticuli
Member since April 2022 • 73 posts

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

Posted on October 11, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1535 posts

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

Posted on October 12, 2024

Replies (5)

Pixelpusher
Member • 29 posts

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

October 12, 2024 Reply
Gamemaster
Member • 127 posts

Worked for someone with a Yamaha XJ650? Need to hear it!

October 13, 2024 Reply
Cosmicray
Member • 34 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Yamaha XJ650?

October 14, 2024 Reply
Goldeneye
Member • 70 posts

Finally, something that might help with my Yamaha XJ650's key code issue!

October 15, 2024 Reply
Javaking
Member • 101 posts

My Yamaha XJ650 is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

October 16, 2024 Reply

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