[Confirmed] Proof of ownership for BMW R1150R key code

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Xrayvision
Member since June 2022 • 45 posts

Need my BMW R1150R's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on October 05, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1320 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW R1150R. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 06, 2024

Replies (4)

Happycamper
Member • 13 posts

I tried this with my BMW R1150R but still no luck. Any suggestions?

October 06, 2024 Reply
Emeraldeye
Member • 105 posts

My BMW R1150R's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

October 07, 2024 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 147 posts

Was about to tow my BMW R1150R. Let me try this first.

October 08, 2024 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 89 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my BMW R1150R.

October 09, 2024 Reply

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