[Closed] Triumph Thunderbird LT immobilizer won’t clear - what code do I need?

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Trying to program a spare key - where's the key code on my Triumph Thunderbird LT?

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

Was about to tow my Triumph Thunderbird LT. Let me try this first.

Will this work for older Triumph Thunderbird LTs? Mine's a 2009.

Trying everything I can to get the key code for my Triumph Thunderbird LT.

Anyone have luck with this on a 2015 Triumph Thunderbird LT?

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