[Working] Emergency! Must find key code for Indian Scout 86

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How do I get the key code to program a new key for my Indian Scout 86?

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Good luck to everyone dealing with Indian Scout 86 key issues!

My Indian Scout 86 is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

My Indian Scout 86 refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

If this works for my Indian Scout 86, I owe you big time.

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