[Free Tool] My KTM 450 Rally Prototype says ‘Code Error’ on dash - what’s wrong?

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Where's the key code stored to program keys for a KTM 450 Rally Prototype?

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This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a KTM 450 Rally Prototype owner.

I’ve got a 2012 KTM 450 Rally Prototype, would this method still work?

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my KTM 450 Rally Prototype. This is a lifesaver.

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