[Solution] Ducati XDiavel Black Star keeps flashing 'key not recognized'

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Flyingdutch
Member since June 2023 • 12 posts

How to get the key code to program keys for my Ducati XDiavel Black Star?

Posted on January 23, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 694 posts

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

Posted on January 24, 2025

Replies (6)

Matrixfan
Member • 134 posts

Does anyone know if this works on push-start Ducati XDiavel Black Stars?

January 24, 2025 Reply
Greengiant
Member • 77 posts

Anyone try this on a Ducati XDiavel Black Star with push-button start?

January 25, 2025 Reply
Mistermiyagi
Member • 43 posts

Will this work if the Ducati XDiavel Black Star has an aftermarket alarm?

January 26, 2025 Reply
Lasertag
Member • 133 posts

I really hope this trick works on my Ducati XDiavel Black Star.

January 27, 2025 Reply
Timelord
Member • 7 posts

I have a 2011 Ducati XDiavel Black Star, will this method work for that year?

January 28, 2025 Reply
Electriceel
Member • 25 posts

My Ducati XDiavel Black Star just sits silent—hoping this changes that.

January 29, 2025 Reply

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