[Answered] Where's the key code hidden on a Moto Guzzi California Special Sport for key programming?

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Whitenoise
Member since April 2022 • 69 posts

How to find the factory key code to program Moto Guzzi California Special Sport keys?

Posted on February 07, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Moto Guzzi California Special Sport. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 08, 2025

Replies (6)

Techguru
Member • 68 posts

I think my Moto Guzzi California Special Sport has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

February 08, 2025 Reply
Yellowdog
Member • 66 posts

Still can’t find the code for my Moto Guzzi California Special Sport. This might do it.

February 09, 2025 Reply
Frank
Member • 13 posts

Got a dead key fob for my Moto Guzzi California Special Sport. Need the code badly.

February 10, 2025 Reply
Lonewolf
Member • 148 posts

My Moto Guzzi California Special Sport's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

February 11, 2025 Reply
Megamind
Member • 87 posts

Great info! Needed this for my old Moto Guzzi California Special Sport.

February 12, 2025 Reply
Yellowsub
Member • 45 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the Moto Guzzi California Special Sport?

February 13, 2025 Reply

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