[Solved] All keys lost for Moto Guzzi 1200 Sport 4V, how to retrieve code?

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Captainkirk
Member since January 2022 • 93 posts

Trying to program a new key for my Moto Guzzi 1200 Sport 4V - where's the key code?

Posted on August 15, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 661 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Moto Guzzi 1200 Sport 4V. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 16, 2024

Replies (5)

Ironwill
Member • 48 posts

My Moto Guzzi 1200 Sport 4V won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

August 16, 2024 Reply
Blackwidow
Member • 80 posts

Trying this out on my Moto Guzzi 1200 Sport 4V today—hoping it works.

August 17, 2024 Reply
Ziggystar
Member • 119 posts

Good luck to everyone dealing with Moto Guzzi 1200 Sport 4V key issues!

August 18, 2024 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 112 posts

Thanks for sharing! Been looking for a key code fix for my Moto Guzzi 1200 Sport 4V.

August 19, 2024 Reply
Xenoking
Member • 137 posts

Same issue here with my Moto Guzzi 1200 Sport 4V, let me know if it works.

August 20, 2024 Reply

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