The Immobilizer System - Ducati Streetfighter Owner's Manual

The immobilizer system

For improved antitheft protection, the motorcycle is
equipped with an IMMOBILIZER, an electronic system that
inhibits engine operation whenever the ignition switch is
turned off.
Accommodated in the handgrip of each ignition key is an
electronic device that modulates an output signal. This signal
is generated by a special antenna incorporated in the switch
when the ignition is turned on and changes every time. The
modulated signal acts as a password and tells the CPU that
an "authorised" ignition key is being used to start up the
engine. When the CPU recognises the signal, it enables
engine start-up.
Keys
(fig. 31)
The Owner receives a set of keys comprising:
- 2 (BLACK) keys B
These keys contain the "immobilizer system code".
Note
Your Ducati dealer might ask you to submit the Code
Card for some service operations.
The black keys (B) are regular ignition keys and are used to:
- start up the engine
- open the lock of the fuel tank filler plug
- open the seat lock.
Note
The two keys have a small plate (1) attached that
reports their identification number.
Warning
Separate the keys and always use the same black key
to start the engine.
B
E
1
fig. 31
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