[Issue Closed] Looking for key code for my Honda CM 250 TB, any tips?

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Techguru
Member since November 2022 • 28 posts

How to get the factory key code for my Honda CM 250 TB to make keys?

Posted on December 03, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Honda CM 250 TB. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 04, 2024

Replies (6)

Cosmokid
Member • 74 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 Honda CM 250 TB.

December 04, 2024 Reply
Yellowbird
Member • 42 posts

Does this method work for the Honda CM 250 TB models from 2010 onward?

December 05, 2024 Reply
Ironwill
Member • 48 posts

I’ve been locked out of my Honda CM 250 TB all week. Hope this helps.

December 06, 2024 Reply
Greenlantern
Member • 35 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Honda CM 250 TB. Huge thanks!

December 07, 2024 Reply
Luckyluke
Member • 72 posts

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my Honda CM 250 TB. Trying this now.

December 08, 2024 Reply
Aceventura
Member • 32 posts

My Honda CM 250 TB needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

December 09, 2024 Reply

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