[Closed] Using OBD to get PIN code for Yamaha YZR500 - safe?

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Vikingking
Member since July 2022 • 81 posts

Where do they get the key code to program Yamaha YZR500 keys at the dealer?

Posted on November 23, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 946 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Yamaha YZR500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 24, 2024

Replies (5)

Silverbullet
Member • 53 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Yamaha YZR500, hope this helps.

November 24, 2024 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 43 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Yamaha YZR500.

November 25, 2024 Reply
Mistermiyagi
Member • 100 posts

My Yamaha YZR500 just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

November 26, 2024 Reply
Electric
Member • 92 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Yamaha YZR500—might work for mine too.

November 27, 2024 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 66 posts

Why is finding a key code on a Yamaha YZR500 this hard?!

November 28, 2024 Reply

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