[Update] Why does my Cagiva TE450 need a code to start?

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Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Cagiva TE450?

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Trying to reprogram a new key for my Cagiva TE450—need the code first.

Same problem on my Cagiva TE450. Watching for any working solutions.

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Cagiva TE450s?

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