[Archived] Aprilia RSV4 won’t respond to key fob - immobilizer problem?

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Where's the key code stored to program keys for a Aprilia RSV4?

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I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Aprilia RSV4. Trying this now.

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Aprilia RSV4.

My Aprilia RSV4 refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

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