[Closed] Bimota DB5R 1100 key reader not responding - code issue?

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Outlawjoe
Member since November 2021 • 19 posts

Looking for my Bimota DB5R 1100's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on February 05, 2025
Adminbot
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Posted on February 06, 2025

Replies (3)

Quickdraw
Member • 96 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a Bimota DB5R 1100.

February 06, 2025 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 81 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Bimota DB5R 1100.

February 07, 2025 Reply
Bluescreen
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Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Bimota DB5R 1100.

February 08, 2025 Reply

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