[Solution] Do I need a dealer for Yamaha YZF 1000 R Thunderace immobilizer reset?

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Frank
Member since July 2023 • 51 posts

Where's the key code stored on a Yamaha YZF 1000 R Thunderace for programming keys?

Posted on September 06, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1866 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Yamaha YZF 1000 R Thunderace. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 07, 2024

Replies (3)

Whitenoise
Member • 102 posts

My Yamaha YZF 1000 R Thunderace refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

September 07, 2024 Reply
Vikingking
Member • 101 posts

I really hope this trick works on my Yamaha YZF 1000 R Thunderace.

September 08, 2024 Reply
Quantumpie
Member • 133 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Yamaha YZF 1000 R Thunderace this weekend.

September 09, 2024 Reply

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