[Answered] Need my BMW K1600GT's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

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Platinumblonde
Member since August 2021 • 83 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my BMW K1600GT?

Posted on January 06, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW K1600GT. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 07, 2025

Replies (4)

Kingkong
Member • 143 posts

Was about to give up on my BMW K1600GT, but this gives me hope.

January 07, 2025 Reply
Ultraviolet
Member • 85 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my BMW K1600GT for days.

January 08, 2025 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 68 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with BMW K1600GT key issues!

January 09, 2025 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 33 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my BMW K1600GT.

January 10, 2025 Reply

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