[Archived] Any luck getting the BMW R 850 PIN code without original key?

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Emeraldeye
Member since November 2022 • 150 posts

How do I get the key code to program a new key for my BMW R 850?

Posted on April 02, 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. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 03, 2025

Replies (3)

Quantumq
Member • 63 posts

Hope I’m not too late to try this on my BMW R 850.

April 03, 2025 Reply
Iceberg
Member • 16 posts

Trying to reprogram a new key for my BMW R 850—need the code first.

April 04, 2025 Reply
Lightspeed
Member • 121 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my BMW R 850. Trying this instead.

April 05, 2025 Reply

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