How do I start my motorcycle if I lost the key?
While it’s advisable to have a spare cut before you lose your original, there are ways to get a new key. A locksmith can use your bike’s ignition cylinder code or the entire ignition cylinder to make a new key. You also have the option of reordering a key from a local dealer, using your bike’s VIN.
What is the red key for Yamaha R6?
Yamaha motorcycles use a Red Master Key system. The Yamaha red key is for programming new black working keys and also for reprogramming the ECU after a fault or crash damage. If you do not have the red master key then Yamaha dealers can not provide you with new keys or repair certain problems.
What is the red key for Yamaha?
Does your bike require a red key?
You only need the bike and the red key to program the new key. The red key is used to code the Ducati software to program the new black keys transponder so the bike will recognize it.
Is there a red key on a Yamaha R6?
I recently bought an 03 limited edition yellow R6 but to my stupidity didnt realise it didn’t have the red key, i have been looking into this and this is what i have found out so far… In the UK Yamaha introduced a new immobilized system called the “YIS” System (Yamaha Ignition Security System) in 2003.
How many keys do you need to start a Yamaha bike?
In the UK Yamaha introduced a new immobilized system called the “YIS” System (Yamaha Ignition Security System) in 2003. The bike came with 3 keys, 1 red master key and 2 spare black keys (copies to be used when starting the bike).
What do I do if I Lose my Red Key?
To get a new key you need to order a chipped blank from the dealer (about £15) and then get it cut, once you have it, insert the red key in the ignition and turn it on and off, then insert the new black key and turn it on and off, hey presto a new programmed spare key. IF you lose the RED key you CANNOT make new keys.
I recently bought an 03 limited edition yellow R6 but to my stupidity didnt realise it didn’t have the red key, i have been looking into this and this is what i have found out so far… In the UK Yamaha introduced a new immobilized system called the “YIS” System (Yamaha Ignition Security System) in 2003.
In the UK Yamaha introduced a new immobilized system called the “YIS” System (Yamaha Ignition Security System) in 2003. The bike came with 3 keys, 1 red master key and 2 spare black keys (copies to be used when starting the bike).
To get a new key you need to order a chipped blank from the dealer (about £15) and then get it cut, once you have it, insert the red key in the ignition and turn it on and off, then insert the new black key and turn it on and off, hey presto a new programmed spare key. IF you lose the RED key you CANNOT make new keys.