[Recommended Fix] My TGB X Race 125 is bricked - dealer says key code issue

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Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my TGB X Race 125?

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Waiting to see if this will work on my TGB X Race 125 as well.

This just might solve my TGB X Race 125's ignition issue.

Struggling with the same issue on my TGB X Race 125, following this thread.

My TGB X Race 125 just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

Waiting to see if this will work on my TGB X Race 125 as well.

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