[Solved] How to find master key code for KTM 690 SMC R

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Frostbyte
Member since February 2022 • 67 posts

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

Posted on November 18, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1116 posts

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

Posted on November 19, 2024

Replies (5)

Supernova
Member • 31 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start KTM 690 SMC Rs?

November 19, 2024 Reply
Jokersmile
Member • 139 posts

This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out KTM 690 SMC R.

November 20, 2024 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 33 posts

Worked on my cousin’s KTM 690 SMC R—might work for mine too.

November 21, 2024 Reply
Codemaster
Member • 74 posts

Following closely—this could be the fix I need for my KTM 690 SMC R.

November 22, 2024 Reply
Haloeffect
Member • 9 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my KTM 690 SMC R.

November 23, 2024 Reply

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