[Working] Code card lost - Derbi Variant 50 won't accept new key

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Thunderbolt
Member since April 2023 • 32 posts

Where can I locate the key code to program a Derbi Variant 50 key?

Posted on September 23, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 529 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Derbi Variant 50. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 24, 2024

Replies (6)

Icecold
Member • 91 posts

My Derbi Variant 50's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

September 24, 2024 Reply
Kungfupanda
Member • 108 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Derbi Variant 50 as well.

September 25, 2024 Reply
Pandaking
Member • 62 posts

Exactly what I was looking for to fix my Derbi Variant 50.

September 26, 2024 Reply
Yellowfin
Member • 31 posts

Really need the key code for my Derbi Variant 50, thanks for sharing!

September 27, 2024 Reply
Reddwarf
Member • 84 posts

Same issue here with my Derbi Variant 50, let me know if it works.

September 28, 2024 Reply
Highvoltage
Member • 54 posts

Saved me from towing my Derbi Variant 50. Thanks!

September 29, 2024 Reply

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