[Verified] Aftermarket solutions when Ducati 450 TS key code lost

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Where do I find the key code to program keys for my Ducati 450 TS?

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This might finally help me unlock my Ducati 450 TS's key code.

This is exactly what I need for my Ducati 450 TS, thanks for posting!

Will this work if the Ducati 450 TS has an aftermarket alarm?

Has anyone gotten this method to work on a Ducati 450 TS before?

This just might solve my Ducati 450 TS's ignition issue.

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