[Status: Resolved] Trying to revive old KTM 125 RS - no key code available

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Frostbyte
Member since October 2022 • 50 posts

Need my KTM 125 RS's key code to program a new transponder key

Posted on February 27, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 952 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the KTM 125 RS. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 28, 2025

Replies (4)

Alphamale
Member • 93 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my KTM 125 RS.

February 28, 2025 Reply
Laughingman
Member • 41 posts

My KTM 125 RS refuses to start. Could be the key code—trying this fix.

March 01, 2025 Reply
Shadowfax
Member • 37 posts

My KTM 125 RS has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

March 02, 2025 Reply
Xfactor
Member • 23 posts

I have a 2011 KTM 125 RS, will this method work for that year?

March 03, 2025 Reply

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