[Method] Can't find key code for my BSA A7 Shoting Star - help!

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Jokersmile
Member since December 2021 • 36 posts

Need my BSA A7 Shoting Star's key code to program a replacement key - where to look?

Posted on April 13, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1488 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the BSA A7 Shoting Star. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 14, 2025

Replies (3)

Gamemaster
Member • 55 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my BSA A7 Shoting Star for a while.

April 14, 2025 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 125 posts

Saved me from towing my BSA A7 Shoting Star. Thanks!

April 15, 2025 Reply
Shadowfax
Member • 147 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's BSA A7 Shoting Star. Giving it a go myself.

April 16, 2025 Reply

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