[Solved] Looking for my KTM RC 250's key code to program a new key

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Eagleeye
Member since November 2022 • 107 posts

How to find the factory key code to program KTM RC 250 keys?

Posted on May 18, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the KTM RC 250. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 19, 2025

Replies (3)

Zerocool
Member • 31 posts

Worked on my cousin’s KTM RC 250—might work for mine too.

May 19, 2025 Reply
Ironman
Member • 33 posts

Following along—same issue with my KTM RC 250.

May 20, 2025 Reply
Supernova
Member • 43 posts

Can confirm it worked for my 2013 KTM RC 250.

May 21, 2025 Reply

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