[Verified] Looking for my Horex Columbus 500's key code to program a new key fob

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Thunderbolt
Member since March 2023 • 82 posts

Where's the key code located to program keys for my Horex Columbus 500?

Posted on May 10, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1172 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Horex Columbus 500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 11, 2025

Replies (6)

Gamemaster
Member • 45 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Horex Columbus 500!

May 11, 2025 Reply
Highvoltage
Member • 13 posts

Same problem on my Horex Columbus 500. Watching for any working solutions.

May 12, 2025 Reply
Wildthing
Member • 49 posts

This is gold. I’ve been locked out of my Horex Columbus 500 for days.

May 13, 2025 Reply
Electricslide
Member • 117 posts

Using this on my Horex Columbus 500 now. Hope it works.

May 14, 2025 Reply
Techlord
Member • 33 posts

Worked for someone with a Horex Columbus 500? Need to hear it!

May 15, 2025 Reply
Voodooman
Member • 54 posts

Will this work for older Horex Columbus 500s? Mine's a 2009.

May 16, 2025 Reply

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