[Free Fix] Trying to DIY program a key for BMW R100 - missing code

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Ironwill
Member since June 2022 • 14 posts

Where do I get the key code for my BMW R100 to make a spare key?

Posted on March 23, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW R100. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 24, 2025

Replies (5)

Alphaomega
Member • 143 posts

I’ve been locked out of my BMW R100 all week. Hope this helps.

March 24, 2025 Reply
Xfactor
Member • 19 posts

Just what I needed! My BMW R100 has been acting up lately.

March 25, 2025 Reply
Blackwidow
Member • 95 posts

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

March 26, 2025 Reply
Hotshot
Member • 19 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my BMW R100.

March 27, 2025 Reply
Vectorx
Member • 64 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my BMW R100.

March 28, 2025 Reply

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