[Resolved] Need to program a key for my Ducati 450 Mark 3 but don’t have the code

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Alphamax
Member since March 2023 • 125 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Ducati 450 Mark 3

Posted on May 20, 2025
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Posted on May 21, 2025

Replies (3)

Purplerain
Member • 134 posts

My Ducati 450 Mark 3's key code has been a nightmare. Trying this now.

May 21, 2025 Reply
Jumpman
Member • 86 posts

Desperate to get my Ducati 450 Mark 3 running again. Trying this tonight.

May 22, 2025 Reply
Laserbeam
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Key code problems with my Ducati 450 Mark 3 as well. Subscribed!

May 23, 2025 Reply

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