[Closed] Using OBD to get PIN code for BMW R nineT - safe?

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Zerocool
Member since July 2022 • 72 posts

How to get my BMW R nineT's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on April 19, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 569 posts

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

Posted on April 20, 2025

Replies (4)

Karmapolice
Member • 69 posts

My BMW R nineT is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

April 20, 2025 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 41 posts

Really need the key code for my BMW R nineT, thanks for sharing!

April 21, 2025 Reply
Neondream
Member • 50 posts

Worked for someone with a BMW R nineT? Need to hear it!

April 22, 2025 Reply
Eagleeye
Member • 90 posts

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

April 23, 2025 Reply

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