[Fixed] My Piaggio X8 250 says ‘Code Error’ on dash - what’s wrong?

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Quickdraw
Member since May 2023 • 16 posts

How do I retrieve the key code for my Piaggio X8 250 to program a key?

Posted on February 21, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Piaggio X8 250. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 22, 2025

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Timelord
Member • 81 posts

Worked for someone with a Piaggio X8 250? Need to hear it!

February 22, 2025 Reply
Grace
Member • 112 posts

Key code problems with my Piaggio X8 250 as well. Subscribed!

February 23, 2025 Reply
Gamemaster
Member • 78 posts

I have the same Piaggio X8 250 and I'm also trying to find the key code.

February 24, 2025 Reply

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