[Method] How do I get the key programming PIN for a used Fantic XEF 250?

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How can I access my Fantic XEF 250's key code to program new keys?

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Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Fantic XEF 250.

Hope this method is better than the last one I tried on my Fantic XEF 250.

Same issue here with my Fantic XEF 250, let me know if it works.

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a Fantic XEF 250?

I’ve got a 2012 Fantic XEF 250, would this method still work?

Following along—same issue with my Fantic XEF 250.

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