[Status: Resolved] Is there a way to get the key code for my KTM 250 SX?

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Where's the key code stored to program keys for a KTM 250 SX?

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Following along—same issue with my KTM 250 SX.

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer KTM 250 SX.

This might finally help me unlock my KTM 250 SX's key code.

Was about to tow my KTM 250 SX. Let me try this first.

Will this work if the KTM 250 SX has an aftermarket alarm?

Anyone got tips on key code retrieval for a KTM 250 SX?

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