[Free Tool] How do I tell if my Bimota DB12 B Tourist uses a transponder?

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Xenowarrior
Member since February 2023 • 40 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Bimota DB12 B Tourist

Posted on February 06, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Bimota DB12 B Tourist. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 07, 2025

Replies (4)

Rogueone
Member • 91 posts

Will this work if the Bimota DB12 B Tourist has an aftermarket alarm?

February 07, 2025 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 80 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Bimota DB12 B Tourists?

February 08, 2025 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 36 posts

I’m in the same boat with my Bimota DB12 B Tourist. This looks promising.

February 09, 2025 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 47 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Bimota DB12 B Tourist.

February 10, 2025 Reply

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