[Verified] My Yamaha YZF R15 Version 20 came with no key card - how do I get the code?

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Need the key code to program a new key for my Yamaha YZF R15 Version 20 - help?

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Yamaha YZF R15 Version 20. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

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Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Yamaha YZF R15 Version 20.

My Yamaha YZF R15 Version 20 has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

Still can’t find the code for my Yamaha YZF R15 Version 20. This might do it.

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Yamaha YZF R15 Version 20.

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