[Method] Key code help for older model Ducati 500SL

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Silversurf
Member since November 2022 • 120 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Ducati 500SL?

Posted on February 17, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ducati 500SL. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 18, 2025

Replies (6)

Netsurfer
Member • 128 posts

Got a dead key fob for my Ducati 500SL. Need the code badly.

February 18, 2025 Reply
Xrayspecs
Member • 117 posts

Was about to give up on my Ducati 500SL, but this gives me hope.

February 19, 2025 Reply
Quantumleap
Member • 41 posts

Just wanted to say this guide helped with my Ducati 500SL!

February 20, 2025 Reply
Windwalker
Member • 85 posts

Appreciate the tips—trying to unlock my Ducati 500SL key code too.

February 21, 2025 Reply
Alice
Member • 60 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Ducati 500SLs?

February 22, 2025 Reply
Pandaexpress
Member • 62 posts

My Ducati 500SL won’t budge without the code. Hoping this helps.

February 23, 2025 Reply

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