[Solved] Ducati 450 R T won’t crank after battery died - code needed?

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Electricboog
Member since October 2021 • 145 posts

Looking for my Ducati 450 R T's key code to program a new key fob

Posted on December 22, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1899 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ducati 450 R T. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on December 23, 2024

Replies (5)

Alphamale
Member • 13 posts

Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Ducati 450 R T.

December 23, 2024 Reply
Yellowbird
Member • 32 posts

Following along—same issue with my Ducati 450 R T.

December 24, 2024 Reply
Whitenoise
Member • 62 posts

My Ducati 450 R T might finally get back on the road thanks to this.

December 25, 2024 Reply
Laserbeam
Member • 80 posts

My Ducati 450 R T has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

December 26, 2024 Reply
Digitalx
Member • 33 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Ducati 450 R T!

December 27, 2024 Reply

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