[Update] Help needed - Buell Ulysses Police XB12XP not recognizing replacement key

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Megamind
Member since July 2022 • 56 posts

Where's the key code stored on a Buell Ulysses Police XB12XP for programming keys?

Posted on February 27, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 657 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Buell Ulysses Police XB12XP. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 28, 2025

Replies (6)

Jokersmile
Member • 126 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Buell Ulysses Police XB12XP—might work for mine too.

February 28, 2025 Reply
Lasertag
Member • 84 posts

My Buell Ulysses Police XB12XP might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

March 01, 2025 Reply
Netsurfer
Member • 63 posts

My Buell Ulysses Police XB12XP is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

March 02, 2025 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 74 posts

My mechanic said this might help with my Buell Ulysses Police XB12XP key issue.

March 03, 2025 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 64 posts

I think my Buell Ulysses Police XB12XP has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

March 04, 2025 Reply
Misterx
Member • 76 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Buell Ulysses Police XB12XP key code too.

March 05, 2025 Reply

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