[Success] BMC Choppers Bobber 88 Barhopper won't start after battery swap - need transponder code?

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Ninjastar
Member since June 2023 • 49 posts

How do I get the key code to program a new key for my BMC Choppers Bobber 88 Barhopper?

Posted on November 24, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMC Choppers Bobber 88 Barhopper. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 25, 2024

Replies (4)

Javaking
Member • 134 posts

Will this work for older BMC Choppers Bobber 88 Barhoppers? Mine's a 2009.

November 25, 2024 Reply
Omegared
Member • 74 posts

This might finally help me unlock my BMC Choppers Bobber 88 Barhopper's key code.

November 26, 2024 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 132 posts

I think my BMC Choppers Bobber 88 Barhopper has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

November 27, 2024 Reply
Misterx
Member • 113 posts

Just what I needed! My BMC Choppers Bobber 88 Barhopper has been acting up lately.

November 28, 2024 Reply

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