[Free Fix] Stuck without key code for BMW R 850 GS

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Alphabeta
Member since May 2022 • 45 posts

Need my BMW R 850 GS's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on April 30, 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 850 GS. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 01, 2025

Replies (5)

Pixelpusher
Member • 105 posts

I need this so bad for my BMW R 850 GS. Subscribed!

May 01, 2025 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 10 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's BMW R 850 GS. Giving it a go myself.

May 02, 2025 Reply
Javaking
Member • 38 posts

Just tried this on my BMW R 850 GS—anyone else have success?

May 03, 2025 Reply
Blackwidow
Member • 121 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my BMW R 850 GS. Trying this now.

May 04, 2025 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 70 posts

I have a 2011 BMW R 850 GS, will this method work for that year?

May 05, 2025 Reply

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