[Confirmed] My Sherco ST 125 only works with valet key - programming issue?

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Goldeneye
Member since April 2023 • 11 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Sherco ST 125?

Posted on October 31, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Sherco ST 125. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 01, 2024

Replies (3)

Orangesoda
Member • 20 posts

My Sherco ST 125 won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

November 01, 2024 Reply
Ironman
Member • 101 posts

Worked for someone with a Sherco ST 125? Need to hear it!

November 02, 2024 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 48 posts

This thread might save my Sherco ST 125. Thanks everyone!

November 03, 2024 Reply

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