[Verified] Where's the key code hidden on my Yamaha XVS 1100 Drag Star for key programming?

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Ghostrider
Member since April 2022 • 84 posts

Looking for my Yamaha XVS 1100 Drag Star's key code to program a new key

Posted on February 15, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1153 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Yamaha XVS 1100 Drag Star. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 16, 2025

Replies (6)

Neonlights
Member • 81 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Yamaha XVS 1100 Drag Star!

February 16, 2025 Reply
Alphabeta
Member • 113 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Yamaha XVS 1100 Drag Star.

February 17, 2025 Reply
Redbaron
Member • 112 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Yamaha XVS 1100 Drag Star for days.

February 18, 2025 Reply
Betatest
Member • 19 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Yamaha XVS 1100 Drag Star.

February 19, 2025 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 117 posts

My Yamaha XVS 1100 Drag Star's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

February 20, 2025 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 140 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Yamaha XVS 1100 Drag Star.

February 21, 2025 Reply

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