[Confirmed Fix] How do I tell if my MZ RT Striker uses a transponder?

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Megabyte
Member since December 2022 • 98 posts

How to get the factory key code for my MZ RT Striker to make keys?

Posted on October 20, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1022 posts

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

Posted on October 21, 2024

Replies (3)

Vectorprime
Member • 107 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start MZ RT Strikers?

October 21, 2024 Reply
Purplerain
Member • 118 posts

My MZ RT Striker's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

October 22, 2024 Reply
Javaking
Member • 87 posts

Desperate to get my MZ RT Striker running again. Trying this tonight.

October 23, 2024 Reply

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