[Update] Trying to program a new key for my BMW R1200RT - where's the key code?

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Viperstrike
Member since September 2022 • 18 posts

Trying to program a new key for my BMW R1200RT - where's the key code?

Posted on September 01, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW R1200RT. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 02, 2024

Replies (5)

Jazzmann
Member • 102 posts

Where exactly do you find the key code on a BMW R1200RT?

September 02, 2024 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 64 posts

Same issue here with my BMW R1200RT, let me know if it works.

September 03, 2024 Reply
Laserbeam
Member • 126 posts

Same problem on my BMW R1200RT. Watching for any working solutions.

September 04, 2024 Reply
Icemann
Member • 24 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my BMW R1200RT!

September 05, 2024 Reply
Digitalnomad
Member • 35 posts

My BMW R1200RT is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

September 06, 2024 Reply

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