[Free Tool] Horex Imperator immobilizer flashing - code problem?

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Blackbelt
Member since April 2023 • 38 posts

How to get my Horex Imperator's key code to program replacement keys?

Posted on August 17, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1583 posts

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

Posted on August 18, 2024

Replies (5)

Younggun
Member • 133 posts

Desperate to get my Horex Imperator running again. Trying this tonight.

August 18, 2024 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 150 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Horex Imperator, hope this helps.

August 19, 2024 Reply
Frostbite
Member • 105 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Horex Imperator, hope this helps.

August 20, 2024 Reply
Zerogravity
Member • 89 posts

Trying this on my Horex Imperator later. Will report back.

August 21, 2024 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 83 posts

My Horex Imperator refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

August 22, 2024 Reply

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