[Verified] Where's the key code stored in a Yamaha XVS Drag Star for making new keys?

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Platinumblonde
Member since September 2021 • 145 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Yamaha XVS Drag Star

Posted on March 15, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on March 16, 2025

Replies (5)

Hyperlink
Member • 145 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Yamaha XVS Drag Star, following this thread.

March 16, 2025 Reply
Digitaldude
Member • 142 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my Yamaha XVS Drag Star's key code.

March 17, 2025 Reply
Yellowbird
Member • 62 posts

I’m not alone! My Yamaha XVS Drag Star is doing the same thing.

March 18, 2025 Reply
Icedragon
Member • 54 posts

My Yamaha XVS Drag Star's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

March 19, 2025 Reply
Purplehaze
Member • 120 posts

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

March 20, 2025 Reply

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