[Solution] Key code alternatives when all else fails for Piaggio B 500

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Viperstrike
Member since November 2021 • 127 posts

How can I find my Piaggio B 500's key code to program a new key?

Posted on December 21, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1531 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Piaggio B 500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 22, 2024

Replies (5)

Unicorn
Member • 34 posts

My Piaggio B 500 might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

December 22, 2024 Reply
Techwiz
Member • 54 posts

Will this work for older Piaggio B 500s? Mine's a 2009.

December 23, 2024 Reply
Eve
Member • 23 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Piaggio B 500's mystery code.

December 24, 2024 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 96 posts

Been here before with my Piaggio B 500. Let’s see if this one works.

December 25, 2024 Reply
Neonlights
Member • 86 posts

Finally, something that might help with my Piaggio B 500's key code issue!

December 26, 2024 Reply

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