[Working] Where's the key code hidden on a Piaggio X9 500 for key programming?

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Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Piaggio X9 500

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Piaggio X9 500. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

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This looks helpful for those of us with a locked-out Piaggio X9 500.

Where exactly do you find the key code on a Piaggio X9 500?

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Piaggio X9 500?

My Piaggio X9 500's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

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