[Free Fix] Got blank key from junkyard - won’t program to KTM Prestige

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Megabyte
Member since October 2021 • 29 posts

How do I find the key code to program a key for my KTM Prestige?

Posted on February 13, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 919 posts

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

Posted on February 14, 2025

Replies (5)

Rustyshack
Member • 94 posts

My KTM Prestige is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

February 14, 2025 Reply
Goldenret
Member • 13 posts

Trying this on my KTM Prestige later. Will report back.

February 15, 2025 Reply
Redalert
Member • 108 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a KTM Prestige.

February 16, 2025 Reply
Lionheart
Member • 150 posts

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a KTM Prestige before?

February 17, 2025 Reply
Luckyluke
Member • 65 posts

Trying this on my KTM Prestige later. Will report back.

February 18, 2025 Reply

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