[Free Solution] Can’t get past anti-theft lock on my KTM 250 SX F Troy

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Where's the key code hidden on a KTM 250 SX F Troy for key programming?

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I have the same KTM 250 SX F Troy and I'm also trying to find the key code.

Trying to reprogram a new key for my KTM 250 SX F Troy—need the code first.

Bookmarking this for when I work on my KTM 250 SX F Troy this weekend.

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