[Archived] BMW R 1200 GS stuck in anti-theft mode - code lost

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Greengiant
Member since April 2023 • 52 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my BMW R 1200 GS

Posted on September 03, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW R 1200 GS. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 04, 2024

Replies (6)

Titanium
Member • 56 posts

I’m in the same boat with my BMW R 1200 GS. This looks promising.

September 04, 2024 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 20 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my BMW R 1200 GS!

September 05, 2024 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 36 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a BMW R 1200 GS?

September 06, 2024 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 90 posts

This thread might save my BMW R 1200 GS. Thanks everyone!

September 07, 2024 Reply
Techlord
Member • 15 posts

Does this method work for the BMW R 1200 GS models from 2010 onward?

September 08, 2024 Reply
Electricboog
Member • 68 posts

My BMW R 1200 GS might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

September 09, 2024 Reply

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