[Solution] Ignition won’t engage on Thumpstar MX 50 JR - missing PIN?

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Superfly
Member since June 2023 • 57 posts

Where's the key code located on a Thumpstar MX 50 JR for key programming?

Posted on September 21, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Thumpstar MX 50 JR. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 22, 2024

Replies (4)

Cyberghost
Member • 77 posts

Appreciate any advice—my Thumpstar MX 50 JR won’t recognize the key.

September 22, 2024 Reply
Happycamper
Member • 17 posts

I can’t believe I found this. Been stuck with my Thumpstar MX 50 JR too.

September 23, 2024 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 135 posts

My Thumpstar MX 50 JR just blinks. I think this might fix it.

September 24, 2024 Reply
Neontiger
Member • 24 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Thumpstar MX 50 JR.

September 25, 2024 Reply

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