[It Worked!] Is there a master key for the KTM RC8R to 2011?

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How to get the factory key code for my KTM RC8R to 2011 to make keys?

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the KTM RC8R to 2011. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

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I really hope this trick works on my KTM RC8R to 2011.

Trying this out on my KTM RC8R to 2011 today—hoping it works.

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my KTM RC8R to 2011.

Will this work if the KTM RC8R to 2011 has an aftermarket alarm?

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