[Confirmed Fix] Looking for a way to read my BMW K 1100 LT SE's transponder code

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Flyingmonk
Member since October 2022 • 136 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my BMW K 1100 LT SE

Posted on January 15, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW K 1100 LT SE. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 16, 2025

Replies (6)

Madhatter
Member • 53 posts

Got a dead key fob for my BMW K 1100 LT SE. Need the code badly.

January 16, 2025 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 87 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my BMW K 1100 LT SE!

January 17, 2025 Reply
Alphadog
Member • 7 posts

This thread might save my BMW K 1100 LT SE. Thanks everyone!

January 18, 2025 Reply
Xenomorph
Member • 17 posts

Just tried this on my BMW K 1100 LT SE—anyone else have success?

January 19, 2025 Reply
Wildcard
Member • 97 posts

I need this so bad for my BMW K 1100 LT SE. Subscribed!

January 20, 2025 Reply
Greenlantern
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Would love to see a video version of this for a BMW K 1100 LT SE.

January 21, 2025 Reply

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