[Confirmed Fix] How locksmiths find key code for Benelli Cafe 1130 Racer

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Betatest
Member since February 2023 • 10 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Benelli Cafe 1130 Racer - where's the key code?

Posted on December 10, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1559 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Benelli Cafe 1130 Racer. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 11, 2024

Replies (5)

Whiterabbit
Member • 137 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Benelli Cafe 1130 Racer. Trying this now.

December 11, 2024 Reply
Shadowfax
Member • 112 posts

My Benelli Cafe 1130 Racer won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

December 12, 2024 Reply
Omegared
Member • 122 posts

If this works for my Benelli Cafe 1130 Racer, I owe you big time.

December 13, 2024 Reply
Betamax
Member • 95 posts

My Benelli Cafe 1130 Racer's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

December 14, 2024 Reply
Quantumq
Member • 145 posts

I tried this trick and it actually worked on my Benelli Cafe 1130 Racer!

December 15, 2024 Reply

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