[Issue Closed] Help needed - Polini XP 4T Minimotard not recognizing replacement key

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Vikingking
Member since October 2022 • 73 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Polini XP 4T Minimotard?

Posted on January 06, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1260 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Polini XP 4T Minimotard. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 07, 2025

Replies (6)

Diana
Member • 112 posts

Anyone try this on a Polini XP 4T Minimotard with push-button start?

January 07, 2025 Reply
Icecold
Member • 24 posts

Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Polini XP 4T Minimotard.

January 08, 2025 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 72 posts

Just tried this on my Polini XP 4T Minimotard—anyone else have success?

January 09, 2025 Reply
Highvoltage
Member • 5 posts

I really hope this trick works on my Polini XP 4T Minimotard.

January 10, 2025 Reply
Wizardoz
Member • 78 posts

I’ll try this and update how it goes with my Polini XP 4T Minimotard.

January 11, 2025 Reply
Nightowl
Member • 28 posts

My Polini XP 4T Minimotard needs a new key but I need the code first. Help!

January 12, 2025 Reply

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