[Method] Do salvage yards keep key codes for Thumpstar TSB 125s?

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Orangesoda
Member since February 2023 • 59 posts

Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Thumpstar TSB 125?

Posted on April 13, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Thumpstar TSB 125. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on April 14, 2025

Replies (6)

Outlawstar
Member • 49 posts

My Thumpstar TSB 125 is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

April 14, 2025 Reply
Techguru
Member • 74 posts

My Thumpstar TSB 125 might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

April 15, 2025 Reply
Charlie
Member • 107 posts

I tried this with my Thumpstar TSB 125 but still no luck. Any suggestions?

April 16, 2025 Reply
Crazycat
Member • 123 posts

Using this on my Thumpstar TSB 125 now. Hope it works.

April 17, 2025 Reply
Netsurfer
Member • 135 posts

I tried this with my Thumpstar TSB 125 but still no luck. Any suggestions?

April 18, 2025 Reply
Quickdraw
Member • 48 posts

Trying this out on my Thumpstar TSB 125 today—hoping it works.

April 19, 2025 Reply

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