[Status: Resolved] Thumpstar MX 85 not accepting cloned key - code problem?

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Quantumq
Member since August 2023 • 93 posts

How to get the factory key code for my Thumpstar MX 85 to make keys?

Posted on April 08, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1906 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Thumpstar MX 85. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 09, 2025

Replies (4)

Yankeezulu
Member • 9 posts

My Thumpstar MX 85's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

April 09, 2025 Reply
Bluemoon
Member • 7 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Thumpstar MX 85 as well.

April 10, 2025 Reply
Captainkirk
Member • 48 posts

Using this on my Thumpstar MX 85 now. Hope it works.

April 11, 2025 Reply
Titanium
Member • 129 posts

This forum is more helpful than my dealer. Thanks from a Thumpstar MX 85 owner.

April 12, 2025 Reply

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