[Archived] DIY method to find key code for Ducati SportClassic 1000 S

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Laserbeam
Member since January 2023 • 42 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my Ducati SportClassic 1000 S?

Posted on September 25, 2024
Adminbot
Staff Member • 920 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ducati SportClassic 1000 S. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on September 26, 2024

Replies (3)

Jazzhands
Member • 15 posts

Waiting to see if this will work on my Ducati SportClassic 1000 S as well.

September 26, 2024 Reply
Silverfox
Member • 24 posts

Why is finding a key code on a Ducati SportClassic 1000 S this hard?!

September 27, 2024 Reply
Zombieking
Member • 59 posts

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Ducati SportClassic 1000 S.

September 28, 2024 Reply

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