[Free Fix] KTM 250 EXC TPI won’t start after replacing key - what code do I need?

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Xrayvision
Member since May 2022 • 47 posts

Need the key code to program a new key for my KTM 250 EXC TPI - help?

Posted on December 15, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1910 posts

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

Posted on December 16, 2024

Replies (4)

Haloeffect
Member • 73 posts

Trying to figure this out for my KTM 250 EXC TPI too!

December 16, 2024 Reply
Ninjastar
Member • 58 posts

Same issue here with my KTM 250 EXC TPI, let me know if it works.

December 17, 2024 Reply
Misterx
Member • 110 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's KTM 250 EXC TPI. Giving it a go myself.

December 18, 2024 Reply
Karmapolice
Member • 48 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my KTM 250 EXC TPI.

December 19, 2024 Reply

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