[Confirmed Fix] Is the ignition lock coded separately in TVS Apache RTR 180?

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Hotshot
Member since April 2023 • 50 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my TVS Apache RTR 180

Posted on August 13, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1720 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the TVS Apache RTR 180. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on August 14, 2024

Replies (5)

Greengiant
Member • 83 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a TVS Apache RTR 180.

August 14, 2024 Reply
Matrixfan
Member • 22 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my TVS Apache RTR 180. Trying this instead.

August 15, 2024 Reply
Hotwheels
Member • 63 posts

This trick worked for my buddy's TVS Apache RTR 180. Giving it a go myself.

August 16, 2024 Reply
Goldeneye
Member • 32 posts

My TVS Apache RTR 180 is just sitting there waiting for a miracle like this.

August 17, 2024 Reply
Voodooman
Member • 84 posts

Trying this out on my TVS Apache RTR 180 today—hoping it works.

August 18, 2024 Reply

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