[Solution] Is the key programming code the same as the immobilizer code on a Yamaha XV1900A Midnight Star?

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Rustynail
Member since March 2022 • 63 posts

How can I obtain my Yamaha XV1900A Midnight Star's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on September 27, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Yamaha XV1900A Midnight Star. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 28, 2024

Replies (5)

Icecold
Member • 56 posts

My Yamaha XV1900A Midnight Star just blinks. I think this might fix it.

September 28, 2024 Reply
Cyberghost
Member • 108 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Yamaha XV1900A Midnight Star.

September 29, 2024 Reply
Whiteknight
Member • 54 posts

Will this work if the Yamaha XV1900A Midnight Star has an aftermarket alarm?

September 30, 2024 Reply
Rustynail
Member • 79 posts

Using this on my Yamaha XV1900A Midnight Star now. Hope it works.

October 01, 2024 Reply
Uncleben
Member • 111 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Yamaha XV1900A Midnight Star.

October 02, 2024 Reply

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