[Free Tool] How to get the factory key code for my BMW R100 CS 1983 1084 to make keys?

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Where's the key code located on a BMW R100 CS 1983 1084 for key programming?

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This trick worked for my buddy's BMW R100 CS 1983 1084. Giving it a go myself.

Great info! Needed this for my old BMW R100 CS 1983 1084.

Just tried this on my BMW R100 CS 1983 1084—anyone else have success?

If this works for my BMW R100 CS 1983 1084, I owe you big time.

This thread might save my BMW R100 CS 1983 1084. Thanks everyone!

Good luck to everyone dealing with BMW R100 CS 1983 1084 key issues!

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