[Closed] Bought used Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere ES - transponder code missing

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Orangecrush
Member since March 2022 • 41 posts

How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere ES?

Posted on September 22, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere ES. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 23, 2024

Replies (4)

Aceventura
Member • 66 posts

I’m not alone! My Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere ES is doing the same thing.

September 23, 2024 Reply
Frostydog
Member • 40 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere ES—need the code first.

September 24, 2024 Reply
Betatest
Member • 82 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere ES.

September 25, 2024 Reply
Deltaforce
Member • 107 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere ES too.

September 26, 2024 Reply

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