[Solved] BMW R1200ST won’t crank - all signs point to missing code

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Zetajones
Member since September 2022 • 54 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my BMW R1200ST?

Posted on April 19, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW R1200ST. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 20, 2025

Replies (4)

Eagleeye
Member • 14 posts

Worked for someone with a BMW R1200ST? Need to hear it!

April 20, 2025 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 124 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old BMW R1200ST.

April 21, 2025 Reply
Timelord
Member • 66 posts

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a BMW R1200ST?

April 22, 2025 Reply
Icemann
Member • 47 posts

My BMW R1200ST's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

April 23, 2025 Reply

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