[Verified] Is it possible to recover the immobilizer code for my Matchless G 80 E?

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Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Matchless G 80 E

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My Matchless G 80 E might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

Waiting to see if this will work on my Matchless G 80 E as well.

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Matchless G 80 E.

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