[Working] Is the ignition lock coded separately in Yamaha XT225?

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Hotrod
Member since February 2023 • 109 posts

Where do they get the key code to program Yamaha XT225 keys at the dealer?

Posted on January 21, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 932 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Yamaha XT225. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 22, 2025

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Turboboost
Member • 142 posts

Worked for someone with a Yamaha XT225? Need to hear it!

January 22, 2025 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 33 posts

Finally, something that might help with my Yamaha XT225's key code issue!

January 23, 2025 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 67 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Yamaha XT225—might work for mine too.

January 24, 2025 Reply
Charlie
Member • 58 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Yamaha XT225.

January 25, 2025 Reply

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