[Issue Closed] Bought a replacement key - now Thumpstar TSX 125 SW won’t turn over

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Zerocool
Member since December 2022 • 132 posts

Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my Thumpstar TSX 125 SW?

Posted on May 23, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1347 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Thumpstar TSX 125 SW. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on May 24, 2025

Replies (5)

Whitenoise
Member • 93 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Thumpstar TSX 125 SW.

May 24, 2025 Reply
Alphaomega
Member • 5 posts

Been searching everywhere for help with my Thumpstar TSX 125 SW's key code.

May 25, 2025 Reply
Hotrod
Member • 134 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Thumpstar TSX 125 SW. Huge thanks!

May 26, 2025 Reply
Vectorprime
Member • 118 posts

Anyone try this on a Thumpstar TSX 125 SW with push-button start?

May 27, 2025 Reply
Omegaman
Member • 81 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Thumpstar TSX 125 SWs?

May 28, 2025 Reply

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