[Archived] Yamaha YFZ50 won’t respond to my new key - PIN code?

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Nightowl
Member since March 2022 • 22 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a Yamaha YFZ50?

Posted on August 18, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on August 19, 2024

Replies (4)

Cosmicray
Member • 147 posts

My Yamaha YFZ50 has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

August 19, 2024 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 87 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Yamaha YFZ50. This is a lifesaver.

August 20, 2024 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 100 posts

This thread might save my Yamaha YFZ50. Thanks everyone!

August 21, 2024 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 87 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Yamaha YFZ50. Trying this now.

August 22, 2024 Reply

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