[Working] Ducati Monster Diesel transponder chip missing - can I still start it?

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Timelord
Member since December 2022 • 59 posts

Trying to program a spare key - need the key code for my Ducati Monster Diesel

Posted on November 22, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ducati Monster Diesel. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on November 23, 2024

Replies (3)

Happycamper
Member • 23 posts

Will this work if the Ducati Monster Diesel has an aftermarket alarm?

November 23, 2024 Reply
Outlawstar
Member • 97 posts

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

November 24, 2024 Reply
Pandaexpress
Member • 20 posts

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

November 25, 2024 Reply

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