[Solved] Key won’t work on my BSA Thunderbolt - is it the PIN code?

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Quantumflux
Member since February 2023 • 64 posts

Where do they get the key code to program BSA Thunderbolt keys at the dealer?

Posted on April 09, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 860 posts

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

Posted on April 10, 2025

Replies (3)

Techwiz
Member • 18 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my BSA Thunderbolt.

April 10, 2025 Reply
Purplerain
Member • 149 posts

Worked on my cousin’s BSA Thunderbolt—might work for mine too.

April 11, 2025 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 95 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 BSA Thunderbolt?

April 12, 2025 Reply

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