[Recommended Fix] Dealer won't share key code for my KTM 125 XC W

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Pixelpusher
Member since April 2022 • 92 posts

Looking for my KTM 125 XC W's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on March 15, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the KTM 125 XC W. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 16, 2025

Replies (6)

Techwiz
Member • 21 posts

I’ve got a 2012 KTM 125 XC W, would this method still work?

March 16, 2025 Reply
Quantumx
Member • 9 posts

Trying to figure this out for my KTM 125 XC W too!

March 17, 2025 Reply
Redbull
Member • 82 posts

Worked for someone with a KTM 125 XC W? Need to hear it!

March 18, 2025 Reply
Knightrider
Member • 71 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my KTM 125 XC W as well.

March 19, 2025 Reply
Orangecrush
Member • 31 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my KTM 125 XC W.

March 20, 2025 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 13 posts

Key code problems with my KTM 125 XC W as well. Subscribed!

March 21, 2025 Reply

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