[Solved] My Yamaha XT500 fob is dead - can’t find transponder code

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Lasertag
Member since February 2023 • 140 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my Yamaha XT500?

Posted on August 17, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1840 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Yamaha XT500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 18, 2024

Replies (5)

Frostbite
Member • 108 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Yamaha XT500.

August 18, 2024 Reply
Titanium
Member • 99 posts

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Yamaha XT500.

August 19, 2024 Reply
Platinumblonde
Member • 118 posts

Will this work if the Yamaha XT500 has an aftermarket alarm?

August 20, 2024 Reply
Byteme
Member • 86 posts

Looking for the same thing for my Yamaha XT500, hope someone can help.

August 21, 2024 Reply
Airjordan
Member • 23 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Yamaha XT500 this weekend.

August 22, 2024 Reply

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