[Verified] KTM EXC 525 immobilizer won’t clear - what code do I need?

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Flashgordon
Member since February 2022 • 77 posts

Where's the key code stored to program keys for a KTM EXC 525?

Posted on January 06, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1225 posts

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

Posted on January 07, 2025

Replies (4)

Lightspeed
Member • 132 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my KTM EXC 525 key code too.

January 07, 2025 Reply
Madhatter
Member • 54 posts

Been stuck with my KTM EXC 525 for weeks. This might be the fix.

January 08, 2025 Reply
Vectorx
Member • 54 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my KTM EXC 525. Huge thanks!

January 09, 2025 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 131 posts

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

January 10, 2025 Reply

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