[Working] Where's the key code stored to program keys for a KTM 400EXC?

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Neontiger
Member since July 2023 • 44 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a KTM 400EXC?

Posted on February 20, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1815 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the KTM 400EXC. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 21, 2025

Replies (6)

Lonewolf
Member • 124 posts

I have a 2011 KTM 400EXC, will this method work for that year?

February 21, 2025 Reply
Quantumfizz
Member • 127 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my KTM 400EXC.

February 22, 2025 Reply
Yellowjacket
Member • 73 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out KTM 400EXC.

February 23, 2025 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 87 posts

Worked for someone with a KTM 400EXC? Need to hear it!

February 24, 2025 Reply
Youngturk
Member • 99 posts

This is exactly what I need for my KTM 400EXC, thanks for posting!

February 25, 2025 Reply
Warpspeed
Member • 57 posts

My KTM 400EXC is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

February 26, 2025 Reply

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