[Solution] Where’s the code stored on a BMW R850RT smart key?

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Techlord
Member since January 2023 • 50 posts

Need my BMW R850RT's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on March 07, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BMW R850RT. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 08, 2025

Replies (5)

Zombieslayer
Member • 58 posts

My BMW R850RT won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

March 08, 2025 Reply
Laserbeam
Member • 8 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my BMW R850RT's key code.

March 09, 2025 Reply
Hotrod
Member • 121 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with BMW R850RT key issues!

March 10, 2025 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 146 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my BMW R850RT. Thanks!

March 11, 2025 Reply
Easymoney
Member • 101 posts

I think my BMW R850RT has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

March 12, 2025 Reply

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