[Confirmed Fix] BMW F 650 ST security light flashing - won't start

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Frostymug
Member since February 2022 • 97 posts

How can I retrieve my BMW F 650 ST's key code to make a spare key?

Posted on April 22, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1129 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW F 650 ST. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 23, 2025

Replies (4)

Neondream
Member • 46 posts

Really need the key code for my BMW F 650 ST, thanks for sharing!

April 23, 2025 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 64 posts

I’m not alone! My BMW F 650 ST is doing the same thing.

April 24, 2025 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 13 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's BMW F 650 ST. Giving it a go myself.

April 25, 2025 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 104 posts

I’m in the same boat with my BMW F 650 ST. This looks promising.

April 26, 2025 Reply

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