[Issue Closed] How to retrieve the key code to make keys for my KTM 250 Duke?

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Quantumfizz
Member since November 2022 • 57 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my KTM 250 Duke?

Posted on October 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1863 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the KTM 250 Duke. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 21, 2024

Replies (5)

Omegared
Member • 120 posts

Trying this on my KTM 250 Duke later. Will report back.

October 21, 2024 Reply
Vortex22
Member • 139 posts

My KTM 250 Duke is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

October 22, 2024 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 100 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my KTM 250 Duke.

October 23, 2024 Reply
Cosmokid
Member • 52 posts

Just checking in to say this helped with my KTM 250 Duke. Thanks!

October 24, 2024 Reply
Purplerain
Member • 51 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my KTM 250 Duke, following this thread.

October 25, 2024 Reply

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