[It Worked!] Lost only key - how to recover code for Yamaha XJ900

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Quantumq
Member since June 2023 • 93 posts

How can I retrieve my Yamaha XJ900's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on December 08, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 783 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Yamaha XJ900. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 09, 2024

Replies (6)

Vectorx
Member • 72 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Yamaha XJ900.

December 09, 2024 Reply
Byteme
Member • 35 posts

My Yamaha XJ900 might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

December 10, 2024 Reply
Echolima
Member • 35 posts

Been here before with my Yamaha XJ900. Let’s see if this one works.

December 11, 2024 Reply
Darkknight
Member • 90 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Yamaha XJ900.

December 12, 2024 Reply
Voodoochild
Member • 71 posts

Desperate to get my Yamaha XJ900 running again. Trying this tonight.

December 13, 2024 Reply
Mistermiyagi
Member • 33 posts

Using this on my Yamaha XJ900 now. Hope it works.

December 14, 2024 Reply

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