[Recommended Fix] Yamaha XT125R won’t crank after battery died - code needed?

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Karmapolice
Member since September 2021 • 23 posts

Where's the key code stored on a Yamaha XT125R for programming keys?

Posted on November 21, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1292 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Yamaha XT125R. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 22, 2024

Replies (6)

Greengiant
Member • 78 posts

If this works for my Yamaha XT125R, I owe you big time.

November 22, 2024 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 60 posts

My Yamaha XT125R's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

November 23, 2024 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 32 posts

My Yamaha XT125R is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

November 24, 2024 Reply
Gamemaster
Member • 20 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Yamaha XT125R for a while.

November 25, 2024 Reply
Ultraman
Member • 54 posts

Saved me from towing my Yamaha XT125R. Thanks!

November 26, 2024 Reply
Megamind
Member • 68 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Yamaha XT125R as well.

November 27, 2024 Reply

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