[Completed] Can't start my Ducati 500 Pantah, key code issue?

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Zerocool
Member since June 2022 • 76 posts

Need the key code to program a replacement key for my Ducati 500 Pantah

Posted on September 02, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ducati 500 Pantah. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 03, 2024

Replies (3)

Airjordan
Member • 88 posts

My Ducati 500 Pantah has the same problem—any luck getting the key code?

September 03, 2024 Reply
Ghostrider
Member • 17 posts

Still looking for a reliable way to find the key code on my Ducati 500 Pantah.

September 04, 2024 Reply
Megabyte
Member • 78 posts

I really hope this trick works on my Ducati 500 Pantah.

September 05, 2024 Reply

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