[Archived] Trying to sync new fob with Ducati 851 - code needed?

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Quickdraw
Member since May 2023 • 11 posts

How to find the key code to program keys for my Ducati 851?

Posted on September 26, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1570 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ducati 851. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 27, 2024

Replies (4)

Ironman
Member • 94 posts

Would love to see a video version of this for a Ducati 851.

September 27, 2024 Reply
Firestarter
Member • 133 posts

Trying to figure this out for my Ducati 851 too!

September 28, 2024 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 108 posts

Thanks! Been struggling with this on my Ducati 851 for a while.

September 29, 2024 Reply
Neonlights
Member • 26 posts

I’ve got a 2012 Ducati 851, would this method still work?

September 30, 2024 Reply

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