[Confirmed] Does AAA provide key codes for Ducati Monster S4Rs Testastretta?

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Where's the key code stored to program keys for a Ducati Monster S4Rs Testastretta?

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Thanks! This could save me a trip to the dealership for my Ducati Monster S4Rs Testastretta.

I think my Ducati Monster S4Rs Testastretta has the same issue. Good to know I'm not alone.

Got a dead key fob for my Ducati Monster S4Rs Testastretta. Need the code badly.

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