[Method] Need to clone a key for BMW R 1200 Independent - but no code

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Quantumflux
Member since June 2022 • 23 posts

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

Posted on March 31, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1193 posts

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

Posted on April 01, 2025

Replies (6)

Captainkirk
Member • 111 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a BMW R 1200 Independent owner.

April 01, 2025 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 26 posts

This is exactly what I need for my BMW R 1200 Independent, thanks for posting!

April 02, 2025 Reply
Codeninja
Member • 13 posts

Desperate to get my BMW R 1200 Independent running again. Trying this tonight.

April 03, 2025 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 71 posts

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

April 04, 2025 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 55 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's BMW R 1200 Independent. Giving it a go myself.

April 05, 2025 Reply
Vikingking
Member • 103 posts

Was about to give up on my BMW R 1200 Independent, but this gives me hope.

April 06, 2025 Reply

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