[Solved] KTM 500EXC key code lookup - what info do I need?

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Charlie
Member since July 2022 • 49 posts

Where's the key code stored in a KTM 500EXC for making new keys?

Posted on February 20, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1204 posts

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

Posted on February 21, 2025

Replies (5)

Grace
Member • 40 posts

Same issue here with my KTM 500EXC, let me know if it works.

February 21, 2025 Reply
Cyberninja
Member • 68 posts

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

February 22, 2025 Reply
Darthvader
Member • 77 posts

This thread might save my KTM 500EXC. Thanks everyone!

February 23, 2025 Reply
Diana
Member • 134 posts

Been stuck with my KTM 500EXC for weeks. This might be the fix.

February 24, 2025 Reply
Urbanninja
Member • 142 posts

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my KTM 500EXC.

February 25, 2025 Reply

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