[Archived] Need my Moto Guzzi Cardellino 83's key code to program a new transponder key

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Urbanlegend
Member since March 2022 • 18 posts

Where can I find the key code to program keys for my Moto Guzzi Cardellino 83?

Posted on February 22, 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 Cardellino 83. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 23, 2025

Replies (4)

Hotshot
Member • 132 posts

My Moto Guzzi Cardellino 83 won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

February 23, 2025 Reply
Moonwalker
Member • 98 posts

My Moto Guzzi Cardellino 83 is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

February 24, 2025 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 97 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Moto Guzzi Cardellino 83s?

February 25, 2025 Reply
Highvoltage
Member • 123 posts

I'm stuck trying to get the key code for my Moto Guzzi Cardellino 83, hope this helps.

February 26, 2025 Reply

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