[Solved] KTM 125 LC2 stuck in anti-theft mode - code lost

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How to find the key code to program keys for my KTM 125 LC2?

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Using this on my KTM 125 LC2 now. Hope it works.

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a KTM 125 LC2?

Just checking in to say this helped with my KTM 125 LC2. Thanks!

Got a dead key fob for my KTM 125 LC2. Need the code badly.

I’m stuck in a parking lot with my KTM 125 LC2. Trying this now.

Appreciate any advice—my KTM 125 LC2 won’t recognize the key.

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