[Working] European Yamaha XT1200ZE key code in US - possible?

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Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Yamaha XT1200ZE?

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Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Yamaha XT1200ZE.

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Yamaha XT1200ZE.

Trying to reprogram a new key for my Yamaha XT1200ZE—need the code first.

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