[Recommended Fix] Quickest way to get key code for KTM 500 EXC F

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Jokersmile
Member since April 2022 • 88 posts

Where do dealerships get the key code to program KTM 500 EXC F keys?

Posted on April 18, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1175 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the KTM 500 EXC F. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 19, 2025

Replies (4)

Icecold
Member • 17 posts

Following this for my KTM 500 EXC F. Please update if it works!

April 19, 2025 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 31 posts

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 KTM 500 EXC F?

April 20, 2025 Reply
Vortex22
Member • 93 posts

I need this so bad for my KTM 500 EXC F. Subscribed!

April 21, 2025 Reply
Bob
Member • 108 posts

I really hope this trick works on my KTM 500 EXC F.

April 22, 2025 Reply

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