[Confirmed] Lost only key - how to recover code for BMW R 1250 RS

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Electricboog
Member since May 2022 • 136 posts

Where do they get the key code to program BMW R 1250 RS keys at the dealer?

Posted on April 14, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW R 1250 RS. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 15, 2025

Replies (4)

Blackwidow
Member • 135 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my BMW R 1250 RS.

April 15, 2025 Reply
Bluesteel
Member • 84 posts

Using this on my BMW R 1250 RS now. Hope it works.

April 16, 2025 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 66 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my BMW R 1250 RS for a while.

April 17, 2025 Reply
Knightlight
Member • 102 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my BMW R 1250 RS's key code.

April 18, 2025 Reply

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