d1098man

Im not sure I understand the full reason for the pin code.....Ive read the manual but dont truly understand what its there for besides making a new key......can anyone give me a run down?

PannyofDoom

You can start the bike without a key I'm told?

Xbox

On the Multistrada, that's the case, as it's keyless, but on the 1199 it simply overrides the imobiliser, should it, or a key, develop a fault and not release the e-lock.

You still need the key and can only take advantage of this option if you've set a code on the dashboard, otherwise, your stuffed and would need to try the other key.

d1098man

So u can't start the bike with the pin code?

DUCENZO

If ever the immobilizer function is tripped or your key turns on ignition but bike doesnt recognize your key(wont start)..then the pin code is used (as an over ride) along with the key of course, to start the bike (so you wont be stranded)

cheers

jjmontesanto

That's nice that you can start it that way when the electronics fail to recognize the key. I had a car (VW) where the spare key wasn't recognized when my wife tried to drive it. Had to have it towed to a dealership, and it cost some ~$300 to have it all sorted.

LDucati 1199S

That sucks I would think you would be able to drive it keyless like the multistrada. Ohhh I forgot its for weight savings lol. Well at least there is a plan B if the key fails.

DUCENZO

Yeah I thought it was rather nice when I test rode a diavel...with the key in my pocket...chicks dig that sh!t lol

2012DUCATI1199

If you keep your spare key seperate from your primary key , as you should for obvious reasons , then your second key won't recongize the code that your computer is putting out. So , if you lose your first key , you can enter your PIN , and use your backup key to start the bike. At that point , your second key will be in sinc with your computer for the next start up. At least that's the way I understood it.

Xbox

It's really wierd, the manual tells you NOT to use the keys in rotation

This is standard practise to ensure your keys both stay in sync, so WTF

Oh well, so who's gonna set their code to 1199

zvez

I read thru the manual on that. I'm not sure that's what they're saying. It seems like they're saying to do the starting process (turn on the ignition?) and switch out to another key. It's very confusing the way it's worded but it wouldn't make sense for your spare key not to be useable.

Chris

Xbox

Agree, how confusing FFS, they say the following:

"Warning - It is also advisable to use only one of the keys to start the motorcycle."

Now, given you can only fit one key in the slot

Unless they mean not to have the second-key in close proximity, like on the same key-ring. That would def make sense!!

2012DUCATI1199

Your spare key would be usable , after you enter your pin.

tstephenson

I thought the pin code was to do nothing more than lock any changes through the dash?

2012DUCATI1199

Pin code allows you to start your bike if there is a problem with your key and computer syncing up. I have to have my dealer reset mine. I don't have access to the original pin screen , just the change pin screen. According to the manual , dealer must reset it.

ukrr

I set mine

it should come from the dealer with no code in there so you start with a clean sheet.

2012DUCATI1199

Yeah , I read that. But my original pin screen won't come up. I followed the manual to a T. So , I'll have the dealer reset it for me.

redriot

Comes default from the factory as the last 4 of the VIN.

Xbox

Really?

Maybe a dealer default, but def not factory for all regions

zvez

no I believe the spare key will work pin or no pin, it does on my streetfighter

Chris