[Closed] Sherco Champion 50 Supermotard won’t respond to key fob - immobilizer problem?

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Irongiant
Member since December 2021 • 30 posts

Where can I get the key code to make a new key for my Sherco Champion 50 Supermotard?

Posted on October 15, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1213 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Sherco Champion 50 Supermotard. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 16, 2024

Replies (5)

Yellowjacket
Member • 48 posts

Does this method work for the Sherco Champion 50 Supermotard models from 2010 onward?

October 16, 2024 Reply
Nightowl
Member • 56 posts

Key code problems with my Sherco Champion 50 Supermotard as well. Subscribed!

October 17, 2024 Reply
Orangesoda
Member • 82 posts

This might finally help me unlock my Sherco Champion 50 Supermotard's key code.

October 18, 2024 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 110 posts

I tried this with my Sherco Champion 50 Supermotard but still no luck. Any suggestions?

October 19, 2024 Reply
Dragonfly
Member • 128 posts

Same issue here. Let’s hope it works for my Sherco Champion 50 Supermotard.

October 20, 2024 Reply

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