[Resolved] Where to enter the transponder code in BMW R 1200 RT Police OBD?

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Darkhorse
Member since March 2022 • 145 posts

Where's the key code hidden on my BMW R 1200 RT Police for key programming?

Posted on September 04, 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 RT Police. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 05, 2024

Replies (3)

Kingkong
Member • 79 posts

Just what I needed! My BMW R 1200 RT Police has been acting up lately.

September 05, 2024 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 5 posts

Looking for the same thing for my BMW R 1200 RT Police, hope someone can help.

September 06, 2024 Reply
Alphamale
Member • 9 posts

Worked on my cousin’s BMW R 1200 RT Police—might work for mine too.

September 07, 2024 Reply

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