[Solved] VIN key code generator for Yamaha XVS 650 Dragstar 250 - does it work?

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Yellowjacket
Member since October 2021 • 23 posts

Where do I get the key code for my Yamaha XVS 650 Dragstar 250 to make a spare key?

Posted on October 03, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 900 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Yamaha XVS 650 Dragstar 250. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 04, 2024

Replies (5)

Cosmokid
Member • 132 posts

Appreciate any advice—my Yamaha XVS 650 Dragstar 250 won’t recognize the key.

October 04, 2024 Reply
Lionheart
Member • 38 posts

I have the same Yamaha XVS 650 Dragstar 250 and I'm also trying to find the key code.

October 05, 2024 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 117 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my Yamaha XVS 650 Dragstar 250. Thanks!

October 06, 2024 Reply
Rustyshack
Member • 98 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Yamaha XVS 650 Dragstar 250 for days.

October 07, 2024 Reply
Vikingking
Member • 104 posts

I think my Yamaha XVS 650 Dragstar 250 has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

October 08, 2024 Reply

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