[Archived] Can’t get past anti-theft lock on my Bimota DB5R

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Purplerain
Member since March 2023 • 96 posts

How to get the factory key code for my Bimota DB5R to make keys?

Posted on February 01, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 616 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Bimota DB5R. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 02, 2025

Replies (5)

Purplerain
Member • 96 posts

Just what I needed! My Bimota DB5R has been acting up lately.

February 02, 2025 Reply
Neontiger
Member • 42 posts

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

February 03, 2025 Reply
Skywalker
Member • 70 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Bimota DB5R. Huge thanks!

February 04, 2025 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 103 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Bimota DB5R—might work for mine too.

February 05, 2025 Reply
Goldengate
Member • 59 posts

Been stuck with my Bimota DB5R for weeks. This might be the fix.

February 06, 2025 Reply

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