[Recommended Fix] Need key code for Ducati ST 4 bought at auction

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Nighthawk
Member since December 2022 • 88 posts

How can I obtain my Ducati ST 4's key code to program a spare key?

Posted on October 10, 2024
Adminbot
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Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Ducati ST 4. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on October 11, 2024

Replies (3)

Phoenixrise
Member • 33 posts

Will this work for older Ducati ST 4s? Mine's a 2009.

October 11, 2024 Reply
Rocketman
Member • 33 posts

Struggling with the same issue on my Ducati ST 4, following this thread.

October 12, 2024 Reply
Alphawolf
Member • 6 posts

I have the same Ducati ST 4 and I'm also trying to find the key code.

October 13, 2024 Reply

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