[Verified] Options when VIN is unreadable for Rieju SMX 125 key code

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Matrixfan
Member since January 2023 • 18 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my Rieju SMX 125?

Posted on February 28, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1110 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Rieju SMX 125. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on March 01, 2025

Replies (5)

Ultraman
Member • 56 posts

My Rieju SMX 125 won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

March 01, 2025 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 147 posts

Anyone try this on a Rieju SMX 125 with push-button start?

March 02, 2025 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 111 posts

Wish I found this thread before towing my Rieju SMX 125.

March 03, 2025 Reply
Jazzcat
Member • 64 posts

I have a 2011 Rieju SMX 125, will this method work for that year?

March 04, 2025 Reply
Lionheart
Member • 72 posts

Any updates on getting the key code for the Rieju SMX 125?

March 05, 2025 Reply

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