[Archived] Ignition won’t engage on Ducati 999 R Superbike - missing PIN?

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Orangecrush
Member since March 2022 • 23 posts

Trying to program a new key - where's the key code on my Ducati 999 R Superbike?

Posted on October 16, 2024
Adminbot
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Posted on October 17, 2024

Replies (5)

Hotwheels
Member • 59 posts

My Ducati 999 R Superbike's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

October 17, 2024 Reply
Zombieslayer
Member • 136 posts

I have the same Ducati 999 R Superbike and I'm also trying to find the key code.

October 18, 2024 Reply
Gamerpro
Member • 62 posts

Trying to avoid reprogramming costs for my Ducati 999 R Superbike. This is a lifesaver.

October 19, 2024 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 98 posts

My Ducati 999 R Superbike is basically useless until I get this code. Fingers crossed.

October 20, 2024 Reply
Outlawjoe
Member • 53 posts

I think my Ducati 999 R Superbike has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

October 21, 2024 Reply

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