[Closed] GENERIC RACE 125 only starts with master key - no code for new one

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Frostbite
Member since October 2021 • 76 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my GENERIC RACE 125?

Posted on January 07, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1184 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the GENERIC RACE 125. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 08, 2025

Replies (6)

Jokersmile
Member • 109 posts

My GENERIC RACE 125's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

January 08, 2025 Reply
Neondream
Member • 23 posts

Got a dead key fob for my GENERIC RACE 125. Need the code badly.

January 09, 2025 Reply
Silversurf
Member • 55 posts

Desperate to get my GENERIC RACE 125 running again. Trying this tonight.

January 10, 2025 Reply
Jedimaster
Member • 119 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 GENERIC RACE 125.

January 11, 2025 Reply
Matrixfan
Member • 13 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's GENERIC RACE 125. Giving it a go myself.

January 12, 2025 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 80 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer GENERIC RACE 125.

January 13, 2025 Reply

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