[Status: Resolved] Quickest way to get key code for Bimota BB3

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How can I obtain my Bimota BB3's key code to program a spare key?

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Dealer wants too much just to reset my Bimota BB3. Trying this instead.

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my Bimota BB3.

My Bimota BB3 won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

My Bimota BB3 won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

Same problem on my Bimota BB3. Watching for any working solutions.

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Bimota BB3?

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