[Recommended Fix] Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Ducati 900 Monster S?

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Yankeezulu
Member since April 2022 • 150 posts

How do I obtain the key code to program a Ducati 900 Monster S key fob?

Posted on January 26, 2025
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ducati 900 Monster S. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on January 27, 2025

Replies (5)

Voodoochild
Member • 29 posts

Got a dead key fob for my Ducati 900 Monster S. Need the code badly.

January 27, 2025 Reply
Matrixfan
Member • 29 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Ducati 900 Monster S. Trying this instead.

January 28, 2025 Reply
Zerocool
Member • 7 posts

My Ducati 900 Monster S won’t start without that code. Following this closely.

January 29, 2025 Reply
Redalert
Member • 92 posts

Desperate to get my Ducati 900 Monster S running again. Trying this tonight.

January 30, 2025 Reply
Easymoney
Member • 133 posts

Worked for someone with a Ducati 900 Monster S? Need to hear it!

January 31, 2025 Reply

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