[Success] Need to clone a key for KTM 525EXC - but no code

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Wizardoz
Member since March 2022 • 133 posts

Looking for my KTM 525EXC's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on April 11, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the KTM 525EXC. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 12, 2025

Replies (3)

Rustyshack
Member • 11 posts

Worked on my cousin’s KTM 525EXC—might work for mine too.

April 12, 2025 Reply
Kingkong
Member • 64 posts

I’m also looking for how to retrieve the key code on a KTM 525EXC.

April 13, 2025 Reply
Deltaforce
Member • 51 posts

I need this so bad for my KTM 525EXC. Subscribed!

April 14, 2025 Reply

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