[Solved] How to find the key code to program keys for my BMW R 1200 GS TE?

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Digitaldude
Member since May 2022 • 15 posts

Where's the key code stored in my BMW R 1200 GS TE for key programming?

Posted on March 14, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 635 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW R 1200 GS TE. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 15, 2025

Replies (6)

Captainkirk
Member • 5 posts

I really hope this trick works on my BMW R 1200 GS TE.

March 15, 2025 Reply
Emeraldeye
Member • 109 posts

I’m not alone! My BMW R 1200 GS TE is doing the same thing.

March 16, 2025 Reply
Hyperlink
Member • 111 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a BMW R 1200 GS TE before?

March 17, 2025 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 36 posts

Same issue here with my BMW R 1200 GS TE, let me know if it works.

March 18, 2025 Reply
Gizmoguy
Member • 138 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my BMW R 1200 GS TE's key code.

March 19, 2025 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 86 posts

Just tried this on my BMW R 1200 GS TE—anyone else have success?

March 20, 2025 Reply

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