[Issue Closed] How can I retrieve my Triumph Bonneville's key code to make a spare key?

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Ironman
Member since March 2022 • 14 posts

How to find the factory key code to program Triumph Bonneville keys?

Posted on March 22, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1379 posts

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

Posted on March 23, 2025

Replies (6)

Techlord
Member • 47 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Triumph Bonneville.

March 23, 2025 Reply
Lionheart
Member • 86 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Triumph Bonneville. Huge thanks!

March 24, 2025 Reply
Viperstrike
Member • 44 posts

Can’t believe this worked on my Triumph Bonneville. Huge thanks!

March 25, 2025 Reply
Quicksilver
Member • 131 posts

Worked on my cousin’s Triumph Bonneville—might work for mine too.

March 26, 2025 Reply
Papasmurf
Member • 23 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Triumph Bonneville.

March 27, 2025 Reply
Netsurfer
Member • 6 posts

My Triumph Bonneville is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

March 28, 2025 Reply

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