[Confirmed Fix] Yamaha YP 250 is stuck with anti-theft light blinking

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Gamerpro
Member since February 2022 • 59 posts

Where's the key code stored on a Yamaha YP 250 for programming keys?

Posted on October 21, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 596 posts

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

Posted on October 22, 2024

Replies (3)

Firestarter
Member • 92 posts

Looking for the same thing for my Yamaha YP 250, hope someone can help.

October 22, 2024 Reply
Alphamax
Member • 70 posts

Anyone try this on a Yamaha YP 250 with push-button start?

October 23, 2024 Reply
Laserfocus
Member • 25 posts

Saved me from towing my Yamaha YP 250. Thanks!

October 24, 2024 Reply

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