[Archived] Where’s the code stored on a KTM 250 XC smart key?

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Urbanlegend
Member since December 2022 • 116 posts

Need the factory key code to program a key for my KTM 250 XC

Posted on April 27, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1560 posts

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

Posted on April 28, 2025

Replies (6)

Ultraviolet
Member • 129 posts

I’m in the same boat with my KTM 250 XC. This looks promising.

April 28, 2025 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 72 posts

Fingers crossed this works for my KTM 250 XC too.

April 29, 2025 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 135 posts

I’ve been locked out of my KTM 250 XC all week. Hope this helps.

April 30, 2025 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 62 posts

Using this on my KTM 250 XC now. Hope it works.

May 01, 2025 Reply
Quantumflux
Member • 55 posts

My KTM 250 XC might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

May 02, 2025 Reply
Bluescreen
Member • 112 posts

Got a dead key fob for my KTM 250 XC. Need the code badly.

May 03, 2025 Reply

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