[Method] Keyless entry fails on Moto Guzzi 1000 Strada - immobilizer active?

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Looking for my Moto Guzzi 1000 Strada's key code to program a new key

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Hoping someone can confirm this works for a newer Moto Guzzi 1000 Strada.

Trying to avoid a $300 fee at the dealer for my Moto Guzzi 1000 Strada.

Following this for my Moto Guzzi 1000 Strada. Please update if it works!

I’ve been locked out of my Moto Guzzi 1000 Strada all week. Hope this helps.

My Moto Guzzi 1000 Strada just blinks. I think this might fix it.

My Moto Guzzi 1000 Strada's been in the garage for a week over this. Thanks!

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