[Fixed] Looking for a way to read my Bimota DB5 R's transponder code

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Goldengate
Member since October 2021 • 27 posts

Where's the key code hidden on a Bimota DB5 R for key programming?

Posted on October 09, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1865 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Bimota DB5 R. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 10, 2024

Replies (5)

Airjordan
Member • 65 posts

Following along—same issue with my Bimota DB5 R.

October 10, 2024 Reply
Ultraman
Member • 54 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Bimota DB5 R, hope this helps.

October 11, 2024 Reply
Blackwidow
Member • 74 posts

Bookmarking this for when I work on my Bimota DB5 R this weekend.

October 12, 2024 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 29 posts

If this works for my Bimota DB5 R, I owe you big time.

October 13, 2024 Reply
Zombiehunt
Member • 27 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Bimota DB5 R?

October 14, 2024 Reply

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