[It Worked!] Where to enter the transponder code in Ducati 250 Scrambler OBD?

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How to get the factory key code for my Ducati 250 Scrambler to make keys?

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Was about to give up on my Ducati 250 Scrambler, but this gives me hope.

I think my Ducati 250 Scrambler has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

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