[Archived] Where do I get the key code for my KTM 450 SX ATV to make a spare key?

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Jedimaster
Member since December 2021 • 34 posts

How to get the factory key code for my KTM 450 SX ATV to make keys?

Posted on February 05, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 733 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the KTM 450 SX ATV. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 06, 2025

Replies (4)

Emeraldcity
Member • 74 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my KTM 450 SX ATV.

February 06, 2025 Reply
Irongiant
Member • 26 posts

My KTM 450 SX ATV won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

February 07, 2025 Reply
Cosmicray
Member • 69 posts

I really hope this trick works on my KTM 450 SX ATV.

February 08, 2025 Reply
Urbanlegend
Member • 90 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a KTM 450 SX ATV before?

February 09, 2025 Reply

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