[Method] How do I tell if my Benelli Leoncino 250 uses a transponder?

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Laserbeam
Member since October 2021 • 59 posts

Need my Benelli Leoncino 250's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on January 02, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1612 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Benelli Leoncino 250. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 03, 2025

Replies (6)

Wildcard
Member • 140 posts

Was about to tow my Benelli Leoncino 250. Let me try this first.

January 03, 2025 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 61 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Benelli Leoncino 250 too.

January 04, 2025 Reply
Blackbelt
Member • 58 posts

Was about to give up on my Benelli Leoncino 250, but this gives me hope.

January 05, 2025 Reply
Digitalx
Member • 123 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Benelli Leoncino 250.

January 06, 2025 Reply
Alphacent
Member • 100 posts

Following along—same issue with my Benelli Leoncino 250.

January 07, 2025 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 150 posts

Will this work if the Benelli Leoncino 250 has an aftermarket alarm?

January 08, 2025 Reply

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