[Solved] Dealer vs locksmith for Yamaha TT R125 LW key code

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Need the factory key code to program a key for my Yamaha TT R125 LW

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Dealer wants too much just to reset my Yamaha TT R125 LW. Trying this instead.

I’ve got a 2012 Yamaha TT R125 LW, would this method still work?

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Yamaha TT R125 LW.

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Yamaha TT R125 LW. Trying this instead.

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