[Archived] Any luck getting the Hero Xtreme 160R PIN code without original key?

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Emeraldeye
Member since August 2021 • 91 posts

Looking for my Hero Xtreme 160R's key code to program a new key

Posted on March 01, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 977 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Hero Xtreme 160R. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 02, 2025

Replies (5)

Ziggystar
Member • 107 posts

Following along—same issue with my Hero Xtreme 160R.

March 02, 2025 Reply
Darkangel
Member • 77 posts

Will this work if the Hero Xtreme 160R has an aftermarket alarm?

March 03, 2025 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 145 posts

Same problem on my Hero Xtreme 160R. Watching for any working solutions.

March 04, 2025 Reply
Jazzhands
Member • 144 posts

Following this for my Hero Xtreme 160R. Please update if it works!

March 05, 2025 Reply
Xrayvision
Member • 38 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Hero Xtreme 160R too.

March 06, 2025 Reply

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