[Method] Trying to get key code from VIN for my Yamaha XV 1100

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How to get my Yamaha XV 1100's key code to program replacement keys?

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My Yamaha XV 1100 needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Yamaha XV 1100.

Still can’t find the code for my Yamaha XV 1100. This might do it.

My Yamaha XV 1100 needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

Really need the key code for my Yamaha XV 1100, thanks for sharing!

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