[Confirmed] How to verify locksmith can get KTM 690 Duke R key code

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Quantumpie
Member since November 2021 • 11 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my KTM 690 Duke R?

Posted on December 04, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1800 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the KTM 690 Duke R. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 05, 2024

Replies (3)

Neonqueen
Member • 70 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my KTM 690 Duke R.

December 05, 2024 Reply
Yellowbird
Member • 41 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the KTM 690 Duke R?

December 06, 2024 Reply
Supernova
Member • 85 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 KTM 690 Duke R.

December 07, 2024 Reply

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