[Confirmed] Is the key code tied to the ECU or the key on a KTM 950 990 Supermoto?

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Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my KTM 950 990 Supermoto?

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the KTM 950 990 Supermoto. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

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This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out KTM 950 990 Supermoto.

Worked on my cousin’s KTM 950 990 Supermoto—might work for mine too.

My KTM 950 990 Supermoto won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

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